USW Family and Community Education Fund
Who can apply: Only contributing USW locals and other USW union bodies may seek project funding. A local must join the fund by passing a membership-meeting motion authorizing participation and a contribution of 1 percent of monthly gross total dues, then completing a check-off authorization form. Area councils, committees, and district and national bodies can also apply.
Deadline: Projects under $5,000 may be submitted at any time. Projects above $5,000 are reviewed four times yearly; specific submission deadlines are not stated.
