Here is where Steelworkers
can nominate a volunteer
who makes a difference
in your community.
Here are some resources we found in our network of union members! If you know of any community resources please share them with us.
The Jefferson Awards Foundation is the country’s longest standing and most prestigious organization dedicated to activating and celebrating public service.
For many Steelworkers, lending a helping hand is part of being a member of our union. Outside of work, our members are known for their quiet generosity in their neighborhoods.
An unlimited number of people may be nominated from each district. One (1) person from each of the 13 districts will be chosen for a regional award.
Do you want to nominate a volunteer who isn’t a union member? If so, the Jefferson Awards Foundation has several other programs that can allow you to recognize outstanding service.
Maybe you still have questions or concerns? Maybe you need to talk to someone about the program? This section can help you out.
For all that this council has done to support every local and spread solidarity in District 13, they are the 2021 USW Cares District 13 Jefferson Award winner.
The Liaisons and WOS Committee each carry their own weight of community service for the Local, and because of their incredible combined impact on students in need and people battling cancer, these two groups are District 12's Jefferson Award winner.
For all he has done to lift his community, educate and engage fellow union members, and advocate for pro-worker legislation, Bandana Dan is the 2021 USW Cares District 11 Jefferson Award winner.
Short bios of each of our 2021 USW Cares Jefferson Award Winners:
For fundraising, collecting donations, and volunteering time to help feed, clothe, and support children in need and the elderly, Erion Dalton is District 8’s 2021 USW Cares Jefferson Award winner.
For her tireless community service efforts, Lu Ann Murray is the 2021 USW Cares District 10 Jefferson Award winner.
Through the scary and uncertain months dominated by isolation and chaos, they displayed tremendous compassion and solidarity. Because of this, Local 9329 is District 6’s 2021 USW Cares Jefferson Award winner.
For all of his work building a successful non-profit that has a far reach and supports so many people, in addition to the pride and appreciation he has for his union, William “Bryen” Ballard is District 9’s 2021 USW Cares Jefferson Award winner.
Arvella Greenlaw is District 7's 2021 USW Cares Jefferson Award winner for her work organizing & leading multiple on-going community service projects & for her volunteer union work with Women of Steel, Rapid Response, Political, & Next Generation.
For working tirelessly to give assistance to undocumented immigrants and underserved communities, Sabrina Liu is the 2021 USW Cares Staff Jefferson Award winner and this year’s Champion Volunteer.
Joel Buchannan has been a dues-paying member of the United Steelworkers for 51 years. His long career of political, community, and labor activism started in 1970...
Denis Grenier of Local 9996 has been selected as District 5’s 2021 USW Cares Jefferson Award recipient for founding the non-profit Cancer Fermont, which has donated more than $800,000 directly to people with cancer (or in remission) and their loved ones.
For her commitment to standing up for working people and for supporting her community through natural disaster, Mayra Rivera is District 4’s 2021 USW Cares Jefferson Award winner.
Click to read how WOS in District 11 and 8 support causes that provide resources for women who are victims of domestic violence.