Community Outreach
We harness the collective power of our membership for the greater good.
Through the combined efforts of our members, we've mobilized countless volunteer hours, served thousands of meals, and brought holiday spirit to numerous children and families. Every mask sewn, every can collected, and every toy donated, magnifies the impact of our presence within the community, reaffirming the principle that we are stronger together.
We are proud supporters and sponsors of these organizations:
We’ve Hosted Various Drives and Fundraisers Throughout the Years
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01. IATSE Local 478 Response Team
The Response Team stands ready to support and protect our members. This team coordinates rapid assistance and resources during disasters, ensuring that our members and their families receive the help they need to recover and rebuild.
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02. 478 Supply Drive for the Unhoused in New Orleans
The 478 Activism and Pride Committees successfully conducted a supply drive for the unhoused community in New Orleans, in collaboration with Kula Blue Bus. Together, we rallied support and raised funds, enabling the purchase of essential items that made a tangible difference in the day-to-day lives of those in need, every Sunday.
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03. Local 478 Holiday Drives
Toys for kids, meals for community members, and coats and school supplies donated to low-income school children each year during the holidays
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04. Community Organizations
IATSE 478 is involved in many community organizations, such as Krewe De Pink, which raises money for Breast Cancer Research
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05. The Activism Committee
The Activism Committee participates in advocating for community causes like the Fight for $15 and the Fight to Save the $600. They are the voice and action of our union in the community and political landscape. They mobilize members for causes that affect our industry and livelihoods, driving advocacy efforts that foster change and promote the rights of workers.
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06. Pro-Labor Marches and Community Efforts
This dynamic group organizes and participates in marches that support labor rights and orchestrates initiatives aimed at enhancing community welfare. By championing the values of solidarity and collective action, the committee not only amplifies the voices of workers but also reinforces IATSE Local 478's role as a pivotal force for positive societal change.
