named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Collective Bargaining and Contract Negotiation
Union members elect bargaining committees to negotiate contracts with employers covering wages, benefits, job security, and working conditions. Contracts are ratified by member vote and legally bind employers to agreed terms.
Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) Support
Guides members through applying for NYS Emergency Rental Assistance Program, which provides rental subsidies to low-income households impacted by pandemic-related income loss.
Essential Workers Child Care Scholarship
Connects essential worker members with childcare scholarship opportunities funded through state and federal programs, including New York’s $25 million childcare relief initiative.
Free Online Education and GED Preparation
Partners with the Consortium for Worker Education to offer free online classes in English, Spanish, and Chinese, including language skills and GED preparation via Zoom.
Workplace Representation and Contract Enforcement
Provides members with stewards and union representatives to enforce contracts, accompany workers during disciplinary actions, and ensure employer compliance with negotiated agreements.
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Labor Union Representation & Organizing 5 activities
- Advocates for federal labor law reformSupports passage of the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act to strengthen workers' rights to unionize, challenge anti-union practices, and repeal restrictive "right to work" laws.
- Advocates for workplace safety and PPE accessPushes employers to maintain adequate supplies of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gloves and face masks, for union members covered under collective bargaining agreements.
- Conducts worksite visits to support membersUnion representatives conduct regular visits to worksites to assist members, address concerns, and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
- Improves working and living conditions through collective bargainingEnhances members' working conditions and living standards by negotiating collective bargaining agreements, providing education and training, and administering employee benefits funded through member dues.
- Supports democratic contract negotiation processEnables workers to identify bargaining priorities, elect negotiating committees, and vote on collective bargaining agreements, ensuring member input shapes contract outcomes.
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Worker Rights Advocacy & Wage Protection 2 activities
- Engages government officials on worker relief policiesMaintains ongoing dialogue with local, state, and federal officials to advocate for legislative measures that reduce the economic impact of public health crises on workers.
- Represents essential workers during public health crisesAdvocates for the rights and safety of essential workers who continue working during ongoing public health challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic and flu seasons.
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Subsidized Child Care Services 1 activity
- Advocates for flexible workplace policies during crisesSeeks flexible attendance and discipline policies from employers to support workers facing childcare challenges due to school closures during public health emergencies.
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Conducts quarterly membership meetingsHosts regular membership meetings each quarter in various locations across New York and New Jersey to engage members, share updates, and promote union democracy.
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Professional Ethics & Dispute Resolution 1 activity
- Facilitates dispute resolution between workers and employersEstablishes formal procedures to resolve workplace disputes amicably, ensuring fair treatment and upholding contractual rights for union members.
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Union Dues Collection and Administration 1 activity
- Funds union operations through member duesUses member dues to finance union organizers, legal support, operational expenses, and representation activities necessary to maintain and enforce collective bargaining agreements.
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Infection Prevention & Control Protocols 1 activity
- Promotes worker vaccination during pandemicsEncourages vaccination among eligible individuals as part of broader efforts to protect union members and the public during health emergencies such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Adult Literacy and ESL Tutoring 1 activity
- Provides adult education and literacy programsOffers virtual adult education classes in English language, writing, and GED preparation in both English and Spanish to support union members' personal and professional development.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Secures and distributes food donations to families in needObtains donations, including turkeys, and organizes their distribution to support low-income and needy families, particularly during holiday seasons.
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Union Member Training & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Trains union stewards annuallyProvides ongoing training for union stewards to effectively enforce collective bargaining agreements and represent members in the workplace.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Educates members on union rights and transparencyProvides information to union members about their rights and responsibilities under the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act to ensure financial integrity, transparency, and democratic governance.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$7.94M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$7.87M99%
Investment income$73K1%
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$7.79M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$2.62M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$4.78M
Cash$2.07M
Investments$1.87M
Liabilities$5.40M
Net assets$-621K
Liquid reserves6.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +13.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 13
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOUIS M CAROTENUTO | PRESIDENT | 50 | $331K |
| EUGENE D HICKEY | SECRETARY-TREASURER | 50 | $250K |
| MARIETTA REAL | RECORDER | 50 | $167K |
| JILL PITMAN | AGENT | 40 | $136K |
| DAVID KAMINSKI | VICE-PRESIDENT | 40 | $134K |
| ROBERT J BELLERIVE | VICE-PRESIDENT | 40 | $110K |
| WAVNEY KING | VICE-PRESIDENT | 40 | $100K |
| VICTOR REYNA | VICE-PRESIDENT | 1 | $6K |
| CHRISTOPHER HOLT | VICE-PRESIDENT | 39 | $6K |
| FRANCISCO VILORIO | VICE-PRESIDENT | 1 | $6K |
| ROXANNE CHARLES | VICE-PRESIDENT | 1 | $6K |
| UNA BROWN | VICE-PRESIDENT - THRU 1/2025 | 1 | $6K |
| YESENIA SOSA | VICE-PRESIDENT | 1 | $6K |
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- CDC Government — Referenced as a source of public health guidelines during the pandemic.
- Consortium for Worker Education Partner — Hosts the Workers United Education Program that provides educational services to UFCW members.
- NYCHA Government — Public housing authority referenced in eligibility exclusions for the rent relief program.
- New York State Homes and Community Renewal Government — Administers the Emergency Rental Assistance Program and COVID Rent Relief Program, which the union promotes to members.
- New York State Legislature Government — Referenced as the body that established the COVID Rent Relief Program, which the union informs members about.
- OSHA Government — Referenced as a source of workplace safety guidelines during the pandemic.
- Restaurant Depot Partner — Collaborates with the Local Hearts Foundation through employee involvement to support food donation efforts.
- U.S. Department of Labor Government — Federal agency with enforcement authority over union member rights and union officer responsibilities under the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act.
- UFCW International Network — Operates under the UFCW Constitution and is part of the larger UFCW international union structure.
- UFCW Local 2013 Network — Local union affiliated with the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union.
- UFCW Local 2013 Executive Board Coalition — Leadership body representing the union in official communications and decision-making.
- United Food and Commercial Workers International Union Network — Local affiliate of the international union representing workers across North America.
- Workers United Education Program Partner — Collaborates to deliver adult education and GED preparation classes to UFCW members.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collective Bargaining for Worker Empowermentmethodology: collective_bargainingBy engaging in collective bargaining and union representation, workers gain power to negotiate improved wages, benefits, and working conditions, because unified action reduces employer unilateralism and protects against retaliation.
- Union Democracy as a Foundation for Accountabilitymethodology: union_democracyBy operating as a democratic union where members vote on contracts and leadership, the organization ensures transparency and accountability, because participatory governance strengthens member trust and institutional integrity under labor law.