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UFCW Local 1500
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We are over 16,000 of New York's best Grocery Workers fighting for better wages, benefits and communities.
Happy Veterans Day from your UFCW Local 1500 family! #UFCW1500 #VeteransDay #1u
November 11, 2025 at 4:44 PM
This #MemberMonday we would like to introduce you to UFCW Local 1500 member, Emily Felipe from Stop & Shop. Emily has been a part time member for the last 4 years. Be sure to say hello to Emily, next time you are in Stop & Shop. #MemberMondays #EmilyFelipe #UFCW1500
November 10, 2025 at 7:47 PM
All Local 1500 members and children are invited for a free breakfast and a free photo with Santa. So come join your union family and Santa Clause this December 14th from 8 A.M.-11 A.M. Only 2 adults max. per family. All children must be 12 or under.
November 5, 2025 at 8:43 PM
This #MemberMonday we would like to introduce you to UFCW Local 1500 member, Marlon Hernandez from Aron’s Kissena Farms. He has been a Local 1500 member for 1 year, and currently works FT in the produce department. Be sure to say hello to Marlon. #MemberMondays #MarlonHernandez #UFCW1500
November 3, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Happy Halloween
October 31, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Happy Halloween from your union family! It’s scary out there, unless you have a union. #HappyHalloween #UFCW1500
October 31, 2025 at 3:59 PM
It’s scary out there…unless you’ve got a union! Visit www.ufcw1500.org/union-benefits/legal-plan/ for more information!
October 21, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Remember to shop union this spooky season! Candy and Products made by fellow Union Members! #ShopUnion #UnionStrong #UnionMade #Halloween
October 17, 2025 at 9:10 PM
This #MemberMonday we would like to introduce you to Carol Robinson. Carol has been a proud UFCW Local 1500 member since 2021 and works in the Produce Department at ShopRite. #MemberMondays #CarolRobinson #UFCW1500
October 13, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Happy Columbus Day! and Honoring the strength, culture, and legacy of Indigenous peoples.
 Happy Indigenous Peoples Day from UFCW Local 1500.
#IndigenousPeoplesDay #Solidarity #UFCW1500
October 13, 2025 at 2:32 PM
This #MemberMonday we would like to introduce you to UFCW Local 1500 member, Rita Jairam from Five and One Keyfood. Rita has been a Local 1500 member for 24 years, and works part time in the deli department. #MemberMondays #RitaJairam #UFCW1500 #MyUnionHasValue
October 6, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Each year we award thousands of dollars in scholarships to our members and their dependents. Be sure to apply to our Local 1500 Scholarship before the December 31st deadline! #UFCW1500Scholarships #MyUnionHasValue #1u
September 29, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Each year we award thousands of dollars in scholarships to our members and their dependents. Be sure to apply to our Local 1500 Scholarship before the December 31st deadline! #UFCW1500Scholarships #MyUnionHasValue #1u
September 29, 2025 at 8:57 PM
This #MemberMonday we would like to introduce you to UFCW Local 1500 member, Berenice Ramirez from Shop Rite. Berenice has been a Local 1500 member for 22 years and works part time as a front end runner. Thank you Berenice for 22 years of membership. #MemberMondays #BereniceRamirez #UFCW1500 #1u
September 22, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Check out the Advocate Fall 2025 edition for the latest update on your union news. Be sure to check out page 6 for "Remembering Fred Walter Sr.", and page 8 & 9 to see photos recapping our Shop Steward Seminar.

#TheAdvocateFall2025 #UFCW1500

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September 19, 2025 at 1:19 PM
We’re thrilled to announce the UFCW Childcare Grant, supporting our hardworking members with their childcare needs. Below are the qualifications applicants must have. Download the Child Care Application
Here: www.ufcw1500.org/childcaregra...
September 16, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Earlier today, our Local 1500 Secretary-Treasurer Aly Waddy was sworn in as a vice president on the executive board of the UFCW New York & New Jersey District Council. Join us in congratulating Aly!!
September 15, 2025 at 11:23 PM
This #MemberMonday we would like to introduce you to UFCW Local 1500 member, Carly Leete from Stop & Shop. Carly has been a Local 1500 member for 10 years, and works full time as the Grocery Manager. Be sure to say hello to Carly next time you are in Stop & Shop. #MemberMondays #CarlyLeete #1u
September 15, 2025 at 3:30 PM
On this September 11th, we pause to reflect on the lives we lost and the bravery shown on that tragic day in 2001. We remember the first responders and everyday heroes who answered the call with courage and compassion. UFCW Local 1500 stands together in honor, gratitude, and remembrance.
September 11, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Watch our September 2025 General Membership Meeting on YouTube Live at approximately 7:30 P.M ! Click the link below.

www.youtube.com/live/yOfrK0b...
September 10th 2025 General Membership Meeting
YouTube video by UFCW Local 1500
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September 10, 2025 at 9:12 PM
This #MemberMonday we would like to introduce you to, our UFCW Local 1500 member, Zoe Holmes-Hunter from Tops Market. Zoe is a part time front end runner, who has been a union member for 1 year.#MemberMondays #ZoeHolmesHunter #UFCW1500
September 8, 2025 at 7:40 PM
*Attention* Our General Membership Meeting will be held on Wednesday September 10th, 2025 @ 7.P.M in person. The General Membership Meeting will be streamed on YouTube, at approximately 7:30 P.M. We will see you soon and remember to stay safe and healthy
September 8, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Today the members of UFCW Local 1500 marched together in the 2025 NYC Labor Day Parade & MARCH. There’s #PowerInUnity #LDP2025 #UFCW1500
September 7, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Come show your union pride with UFCW Local 1500 at the Labor Day Parade & March tomorrow, September 6th!

There’s still time to RSVP at ufcw1500.org/LDP25 to reserve your shirt and confirm your bus spot.

Join us, there’s true POWER IN UNITY.
#UFCW1500 #POWERINUNITY
September 5, 2025 at 12:34 PM
This #MemberMonday we would like to introduce you to Melker Youson. Melker has been a proud UFCW Local 1500 member since 2017 and is a full-time member of the Maintenance Department at SRS ShopRite. #MemberMondays #MelkerYouson #UFCW1500
September 1, 2025 at 11:51 PM