About SOAR
Our union is stronger when Steelworker retirees are involved as activists, advocates, and volunteers, which is why we established the Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees (SOAR) in 1985.
Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees (SOAR) Resources »
Join SOAR
SOAR is the best way for Steelworker retirees, our spouses, and supporters to stay engaged in our union. Click here to learn more and to download a SOAR Application.
SOAR in Action
SOAR in Action is our quarterly newsletter that is mailed to all current members and available online. Click here to view our archive.
SOAR Chapter Connection
Available online, the SOAR Connection is a bi-monthly newsletter distributed to the SOAR Executive Board, District SOAR Coordinators, SOAR Chapter Presidents and any SOAR member who provides an email address. Click here to view the archive.
Are you a veteran of the United States Military? Join our new "Veterans of Steel" campaign.
Click here to learn about and join the USW "Veterans of Steel" campaign, and receive your free "Veteran of Steel" dog tag.
Helpful Websites for SOAR members
Click here for websites that SOAR members might find helpful.
Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees (SOAR) News »
What Happens in Washington Matters
In mid-May, Tammie Botelho, a retiree from Bic Corporation and proud member of USW Local 134L joined dozens of SOAR members and hundreds of rank-and-file Steelworkers for the USW's annual Rapid Response Conference in Washington, D.C.
SOAR is Back!
Unfortunately, COVID-19 caused many of our SOAR chapters to either stop entirely or reduce significantly doing what we do best: dealing face-to-face with people. We're happy to report that the tide has changed!
April Update from SOAR President Bill Pienta
Read the latest message from SOAR President Bill Pienta on SOAR's three-fold purposes and the USW Your Union, Your Voice campaign.
April Update from SOAR Director Julie Stein
Beginning in April, USW districts will again hold town hall meetings in locations across the United States. All USW members, retirees, and families are welcome to attend and participate in these important discussions.