named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Apprenticeship Training Program
Comprehensive program that trains new craftworkers in bricklaying, stone setting, plastering, and related masonry trades
Benefits Administration
Manages health, welfare, and insurance benefits for members through the BAC Local 1 NY Benefits Fund
International Masonry Training and Education Foundation (IMTEF) Courses
Offers extensive safety and skills training including rigging, scaffolding, crane operation, and site safety management courses for union members
Workplace Rights Advocacy
Provides guidance and protection for members regarding illegal employer actions, including surveillance, retaliation, and anti-union coercion
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Union-Affiliated Trade Apprenticeship & Training 3 activities
- Delivers apprenticeship and skills training for masonry craftworkersOperates a comprehensive apprenticeship training program and offers a wide range of safety and skills courses through the International Masonry Training and Education Foundation to prepare and upskill workers for construction projects.
- Operates union training centers for craftworkersRuns two training centers located in Long Island City and Newburgh, NY, which support the development and ongoing education of skilled masonry craftworkers.
- Provides career information for masonry and related tradesDistributes career pamphlets for bricklayer, pointer, caulker, and cleaner training through the International Masony Training and Education Foundation to promote entry into the trades.
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Labor Union Representation & Organizing 2 activities
- Provides collective bargaining representation for union membersRepresents union members in negotiations with employers to secure wages, benefits, and working conditions. This is a core function of the union as documented in IRS filings.
- Provides labor law education and protections during union organizingOffers clear guidance on employer conduct by publishing a comprehensive list of actions prohibited under labor law during union organizing campaigns, helping protect worker rights.
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Union and Association Benefit Funds 1 activity
- Administers health insurance and welfare benefits for union membersProvides health insurance and welfare benefits to members and ensures compliance with federal transparency requirements by making welfare plan information publicly available under the No Surprises Act.
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Mental Health Education and Awareness 1 activity
- Implements Mental Health and Suicide Prevention training for construction workersWill integrate Mental Health and Suicide Prevention training into the Site Safety Training card curriculum beginning May 3, 2026, to support worker well-being in high-risk environments.
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Civic Engagement and Voter Mobilization 1 activity
- Provides access to government information and legislative assistanceOffers members and the public resources to locate legislators and access government information, supporting civic engagement and advocacy efforts.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Supplies skilled masonry craftworkers for construction and restoration projectsProvides trained bricklayers, pointers, caulkers, and cleaners for major construction and restoration projects across New York City and Long Island, including iconic structures such as the Empire State Building, Grand Central Terminal, Yankee Stadium, the Chrysler Building, the World Trade Center Memorial, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$13.86M
Contributions & grants$458K3%
Program service revenue$11.68M84%
Investment income$1.67M12%
Other revenue$48K
expenses
Total expenses$9.78M
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$4.58M
Grants paid out$2.86M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$50.88M
Cash$9.24M
Investments$38.22M
Liabilities$1.75M
Net assets$49.14M
Liquid reserves58.2 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +15.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 9
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JACK ARGILA | President | 48 | $426K |
| ANTHONY LACAVA | SECR-TREASURER | 48 | $401K |
| MICHAEL BARBERA | Vice President | 49 | $313K |
| LAWRENCE CROVATTO | Vice President | 49 | $312K |
| KENNETH CARR | FIELD REP | 50 | $265K |
| DON GRANDE | FIELD REP | 50 | $265K |
| JERZY GOZDYRA | FIELD REP | 50 | $263K |
| ARNOLD MARTINEZ | FIELD REP | 50 | $238K |
| INNISS LAYNE | FIELD REP | 50 | $237K |
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- BAC Local 5 Partner — Partner union providing linked access to benefit plan information.
- Chrysler Building Partner — Local 1 NY members contributed to the construction or restoration of the Chrysler Building.
- Empire State Building Partner — Local 1 NY members contributed to the construction or restoration of the Empire State Building.
- Grand Central Terminal Partner — Local 1 NY members contributed to the construction or restoration of Grand Central Terminal.
- Hercules Health Technologies Partner — Partner organization providing health technology services for the fund
- International Masonry Training and Education Foundation Network — Approved provider of masonry and safety training courses for union members.
- International Masonry Training and Education Foundation Partner — Collaborates with the foundation to provide career training resources and educational materials for masonry trades.
- New Jersey Government — Engages with New Jersey government entities for legislative and regulatory matters affecting union members.
- New York State Government — Engages with New York State government entities for legislative and regulatory matters affecting union members.
- U.S. Green Building Council Government — References USGBC standards for LEED certification in masonry construction
- World Trade Center Memorial Partner — Local 1 NY members contributed to the construction or restoration of the World Trade Center Memorial.
strategies · 4
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 Labor Rights and Workplace Conditionsmethodology: collective_bargainingBy engaging in collective bargaining, the union advances members' labor rights and improves workplace conditions because negotiated agreements ensure enforceable standards for wages, benefits, and safety.
- Mental Health Integration in Safety Trainingmethodology: mental-health-integrationBy integrating mental health and suicide prevention education into mandatory safety training, the union promotes worker well-being because addressing behavioral health within existing safety frameworks increases accessibility and reduces stigma in high-risk construction environments.
- Progressive Skills Training for Workforce Developmentmethodology: progressive_skills_trainingBy providing tiered, progressive training in specialized construction skills such as rigging and crane operation, the union ensures worker qualification across levels of responsibility because structured skill advancement increases safety, employability, and project efficiency.
- Worker Rights Education to Counter Intimidationmethodology: anti-intimidation_educationBy educating workers about their legal rights to organize, the union prevents employer intimidation and surveillance because informed workers are more likely to participate in union activities without fear of retaliation.