Local 871 NewsUpdates about IATSE Local 871https://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-NewsIATSE Blood Drive September 2022https://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1416/iatse-blood-drive-september-2022Community Services,VolunteerFri, 12 Aug 2022 19:32:05 GMT<p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Blood%20Drive%20Flyer_1.jpg" style="width: 927px; height: 1200px;" title="" /></p> 1416IATSE Annual Red Cross Blood Drivehttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1412/iatse-annual-red-cross-blood-driveCommunity ServicesThu, 12 Aug 2021 20:48:29 GMT<p>All are welcome at the IATSE Red Cross Blood Drive. Each year, Local 871 and the Costume Designers Guild get together to organize a great blood drive for those in need.&nbsp;</p> <p>You do not need to be an IATSE member to donate.</p> <p>Details:</p> <p>Sunday, September&nbsp;2021<br /> 9:00am - 3:00pm<br /> <br /> Location: Costume Designers Guild<br /> 3919 Magnolia Blvd.<br /> Burbank, CA&nbsp; 91505<br /> <br /> To schedule your lifesaving appointment:<br /> <a href="http://www.redcrossblood.org/" target="_blank">www.redcrossblood.org</a><br /> Enter Sponsor Code:&nbsp;<strong>IATSE871</strong><br /> <br /> For more information or if you have trouble scheduling online, please contact Sharron Enriquez,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Community871@ialocla871.org">Community871@ialocla871.org</a>.<br /> <em>Picture ID Required to Donate</em></p> <p>We hope to see you there!&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Blood%20Drive%202021%20-%209_12_21.jpg" style="width: 612px; height: 792px;" title="" /></p> 1412Local 871 Food Drivehttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1390/local-871-food-driveCommunity Services,VolunteerTue, 09 Jun 2020 21:13:23 GMT<p>Local 871 Food Drive<br /> Organized by the Local871 Community Services Committee<br /> Supporting the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Join Local 871 in supporting our brothers and sisters in Los Angeles!</strong></p> <p>This is a trying time for all, but even more so for those who are having difficulty financially, and the food banks have never had a greater demand. This pandemic has hit us all, stopping productions and the industry we all depend on. In addition,&nbsp;low-income communities, the homeless, seniors, and families with children have been hit especially hard.&nbsp;</p> <p>By donating you are feeding our own IATSE Members and providing nutritious meals to so many of our neighbors in need.</p> <p>We&rsquo;ve set up two ways to give &ndash; you can donate food at our physical food drive June 22-24 (see detail below) &nbsp;or you can donate money (through June 24) at our<strong> Virtual Food Drive online: <a href="https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/local-871">Charity.gofundme.com/local-871</a></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>All donations go directly to the LA Food Bank to feed families in need.</strong></p> <p>Questions? Email: <a href="mailto:Community871@ialocal871.org ">Community871@ialocal871.org </a></p> <p><u><strong>Physical Food Drive</strong></u></p> <p><strong>June 22<sup>nd</sup> &ndash; June 24<sup>th</sup>, 2020<br /> Contactless Drop Off: 8am- 11am</strong><br /> IATSE Local 871<br /> 4011 W Magnolia Blvd,<br /> Burbank, CA 91505</p> <p>Pull up to the curb and pop your trunk.<br /> We&rsquo;ll unload your donations out of the back so we all stay safe!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><u>Most Needed Items</u></p> <p>Fruits &amp; Vegetables:</p> <p><em>Canned or dry fruit in an array of colors to ensure consumption of a variety of vitamins and minerals</em></p> <ul> <li>Canned vegetable</li> <li>Vegetable Juice</li> <li>Tomato sauce</li> <li>Spaghetti Sauce</li> <li>Canned fruit (in its own juice)</li> <li>Fruit Juice (100%)</li> <li>Shelf Stable Fruit cups</li> </ul> <p>Protein:</p> <p><em>Shelf stable lean meats as a good source of low-fat protein and canned or dry beans as a good source of fiber</em></p> <ul> <li>Tuna</li> <li>Salmon</li> <li>Chicken</li> <li>Beans (dry or canned)</li> <li>Chili</li> <li>Beef stew</li> <li>Peanut butter</li> <li>Nuts</li> </ul> <p>Grains:</p> <p><em>Non-perishable whole grains for a maximum nutritional value</em></p> <ul> <li>Oatmeal</li> <li>Whole grain crackers</li> <li>Whole wheat pasta</li> <li>Low sugar /high fiber cereal</li> <li>Whole grain rice</li> </ul> <p>Dairy:</p> <p><em>Shelf-Stable lowfat dairy Products fortified with vitamin D</em></p> <ul> <li>Evaporated Milk</li> <li>Powdered milk</li> <li>Sweetened condensed milk</li> <li>Shelf stable rice milk</li> <li>Shelf stable soymilk</li> </ul> 1390Day at the Lanes!https://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1363/day-at-the-lanesCommunity ServicesThu, 01 Aug 2019 18:48:59 GMT<p>Saturday, October 19, 2019</p> <p>PINZ Bowling Center</p> <p>12655 Ventura Blvd, Studio City<br /> 12:00 &ndash; 4:00 PM</p> <p><a href="https://mptf.com/DayAtTheLanes/" target="_blank"><em>More Info...</em></a></p> <p>Things are changing up a bit for this year&rsquo;s MPTF &ndash; IATSE fall fundraiser. It will still be an event for all ages, but this year it will be <a href="https://mptf.com/DayAtTheLanes/" target="_blank"><em>Day at the Lanes</em></a> instead of <em>Day at the Races</em>!</p> <p>Join us for bowling, arcade games, outdoor activities, a raffle and auction, and a great lunch buffet as we raise the funds needed for MPTF to continue to help industry workers. MPTF provides nearly $3 million in financial assistance to those in need anually.&nbsp;<em>Day at the Lanes</em> is a chance to give back!</p> <p><em><strong><a href="https://app.mobilecause.com/form/aoK8OA" target="_blank">Buy Tickets...</a></strong></em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> 1363IATSE Red Cross Blood Drivehttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1344/iatse-red-cross-blood-driveCommunity ServicesFri, 08 Mar 2019 00:15:52 GMT<p>All are Welcome - you don&#39;t have to be a member of the IATSE to Donate!</p> <p>Sunday May 5, 2019<br /> 9:00am - 3:00pm<br /> <br /> Costume Designers Guild<br /> 3919 Magnolia Blvd.<br /> Burbank, CA&nbsp; 91505<br /> <br /> To Schedule your lifesaving appointment:<br /> <a href="http://www.redcrossblood.org" target="_blank"><span style="color:#0903C6">www.redcrossblood.org</span></a><br /> Enter Sponsor Code:<span style="color:#ff0000;"><strong>IATSE829</strong></span><br /> <br /> For more information or if you have trouble scheduling online, please contact Sharron Enriquez, <a href="mailto:Community871@ialocla871.org"><span style="color:#0903C6">Community871@ialocla871.org</span></a>.<br /> <em>Picture ID Required to Donate</em><br /> <br /> <a href="/Portals/0/Committees/Blood%20Drive%202019%20FINAL%20829.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="color:#0903C6">Download Flyer</span></a></p> 1344Wildfires and MPTF's Wasserman Campushttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1323/wildfires-and-mptfs-wasserman-campusCommunity ServicesTue, 04 Dec 2018 22:02:24 GMT<p><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Blog/Bob%20Beitcher%20letter%20mptf.jpg" style="margin: 10px; width: 25%; height: 25%;" title="" /></p> <p>From Bob Beitcher | President &amp; CEO:</p> <p>In the early afternoon of Friday, November 9th, with the Woolsey fire within 5 miles of MPTF&rsquo;s Wasserman Campus in Woodland Hills, prompt action was required. Nearly 200 entertainment industry residents were evacuated to safer locations by a team of administrators manning an incident command center (including heroes like Joseph Rich, Robert Jensen, and Linda Healy), and an outstanding group of MPTF employees from nursing, hospitality, activities, media center, and environmental services, along with volunteers and spouses.</p> <p>Amazing community partners like the Warner Center Marriott, the Eisenberg Village of the Jewish Home for the Aging, Northridge Hospital, and Sherman Oaks Hospital opened their doors to our residents and provided safety, shelter, and comfort at a critical time. Fortunately, the danger passed the campus &ndash; the direction of the wind was the good fortune of MPTF and the tragic misfortune for many others &ndash; and we were able to return our residents to the campus on Friday night and Saturday morning.</p> <p>Our industry is incredibly blessed to have all of these folks in our corner and as part of our larger community. In particular, the strong, mighty, and magnificent employees of MPTF worked together to make sure &ldquo;their residents&rdquo; were kept calm, safety transported, and well fed during this time. At the end of Friday night, after working a shift for more than 12 hours, a group of our hospitality workers said to me, &ldquo;We&rsquo;re here to do whatever you need, and we&rsquo;re here for as long as you need us.&rdquo;</p> <p>On behalf of MPTF and our industry, we salute the following organizations:</p> <p><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Blog/Bob%20Beitcher%20letter%20companies.jpg" style="margin: 10px; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="" /></p> 1323MPTF Helps you claim your Veterans Benefitshttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1321/mptf-helps-you-claim-your-veterans-benefitsCommunity ServicesSat, 01 Dec 2018 00:37:32 GMT<p>You or your parents may be eligible for unclaimed VA pension benefits.&nbsp; Don&#39;t leave money on the table! All it takes is 10-15 Minutes to screen you or your parents. MPTF will walk you through your claim if you are eligible.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> Saturday Dec 15, 2018&nbsp;<br /> 9:30am-2:00pm</p> <p><br /> IATSE Local 892<br /> 3919 W Magnolia Blvd<br /> Burbank CA 91505<br /> <br /> Bring Military Discharge papers if available. &nbsp;<br /> <br /> RSVP to naomi.rodda@mptf.com or call 818.861.3910.</p> <p>Thank you for your service!</p> 1321SoCal Wildfire Relief Effortshttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1101/socal-wildfire-relief-effortsCommunity ServicesFri, 15 Dec 2017 20:12:51 GMT<p>Southern California has endured some brutal wildfires in the last few weeks, and many people are struggling. Below we have assembled some of the relief and assistance efforts by IATSE and some of our industry friends.&nbsp;</p> <hr /> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>From The IATSE International:</em></p> <p><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Blog/IA%20bug%20white.png" style="margin: 10px; float: left; width: 10%; height: 10%;" title="" />IATSE members needing Financial assistance through the&nbsp; Walsh/DiTolla/Spivak Foundation should submit a written request to their Local union.</p> <p>We sincerely hope that those in California stay safe. We stand ready to assist those that have suffered loss.</p> <hr /> <p><em>From our friends at MPTF:</em><br /> <br /> To members of the film and television community in Southern California affected by the wildfires this week, MPTF is here to help.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> Please call us at <strong>(323) 634-3888 </strong>if you need assistance in this time of need.</p> <p><img alt="" height="48" src="/Portals/0/Blog/mptf-logo.jpg" style="margin: 10px;" title="" width="229" /></p> <hr /> <p><em>From our friends at the LA County Federation of Labor:</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Blog/LA%20County%20Fed.jpg" style="margin: 10px; float: left; width: 10%; height: 10%;" title="" />Brothers and Sisters -<br /> <br /> As you know, in recent days our region has been hit by unprecedented fires.<br /> We are proud and thankful for our brave union sisters and brothers who are at the front line of protecting our communities - from firefighters and social workers to law enforcement and the housing authority staff. We have also heard countless stories of own. Union members, staff, and allied community members who have been directly impacted by the fires. Some of them of have lost their homes.<br /> The LA County Federation of Labor, through Labor Community Services (501(c)(3) non profit), is working to assist in relief efforts and in coordination with government and non-profit agencies.<br /> <br /> Here&rsquo;s how you can help:</p> <ul> <li style="-ms-text-size-adjust: 100%;-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;"><strong>Basic Needs Support</strong> &ndash; If you, or someone you know, are in need basic needs support - including housing, food, or connection to others services, please contact Margarita at <a href="mailto:Margarita@theLAFED.org" style="word-wrap: break-word;-ms-text-size-adjust: 100%;-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;color: #0903c6;font-weight: normal;text-decoration: underline;">Margarita@theLAFED.org</a></li> <li style="-ms-text-size-adjust: 100%;-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;"><strong>Donate to the Disaster Relief Fund</strong> &ndash; Contribute to the &ldquo;Disaster Relief Fund.&rdquo; Checks payable to: Labor Community Services. Memo Line: Disaster Relief Fund, Address: 2130 W. James M. Wood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90006</li> </ul> <p>Thank you for your kind consideration.<br /> <br /> In solidarity,<br /> Rusty Hicks<br /> Executive Secretary-Treasurer<br /> Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO</p> <hr /> <p><em>From our friends at the Actors Fund:</em><br /> &nbsp;</p> <p><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Blog/actors.JPG" style="margin: 10px; width: 15%; height: 15%; float: left;" title="" />If you work in performing arts and entertainment and have been impacted by the California Wildfires, visit <a data-lynx-mode="async" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.actorsfund.org%2FGetHelp&amp;h=ATOoN-VLZHk-xPgeLiOTvF4bDAvRYv8NzprzR_2BXzPaBkU4ySwvTdu2TWqoaY1Pxasm908czOLQ73MyJqmpR3jFnO9s2WMTlBQggRdBq4rZ6THGnhBb6cLZGLcQIFSnptmpLQyRjpC2bJZxBcVTP9FtLa8sT733OKm0iLvnQx0_7CR0elrLll31ytVvAFUntF9a1sobU-5p6Wz0840dCn23TSt64c7vHWorH9CpXZBdEhBJ" href="http://www.actorsfund.org/GetHelp" rel="nofollow" style="word-wrap: break-word;-ms-text-size-adjust: 100%;-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;color: #0903c6;font-weight: normal;text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">www.actorsfund.org/GetHelp</a> to apply for emergency financial assistance and referrals to area resources.</p> 1101Local 871 Donates to Northern CA Fire Relief https://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1089/local-871-donates-to-northern-ca-fire-reliefCommunity Services,VolunteerMon, 06 Nov 2017 21:54:54 GMT<p>Local 871 will be donating $1,000 to the Disaster Relief Fund of the North Bay Labor Council (NBLC) to assist our union sisters and brothers who have been hit by the recent fires in Northern California.&nbsp;</p> <p>The NBLC reports that over 350 North Bay union households have lost everything in the fires. They will be distributing 100% of money donated to fire victims.</p> <p>If you would like to donate personally, the contact information is:<br /> <br /> NBLC Union Members Emergency Relief Fund<br /> North Bay Labor Council<br /> 2525 Cleveland Avenue<br /> Santa Rosa, CA 95403<br /> <br /> <strong><a href="http://nbclc.activistcentral.net/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&amp;id=3" target="_blank">http://nbclc.activistcentral.net/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&amp;id=3</a></strong></p> 1089Local 871 contributes to IATSE Hurricane Reliefhttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1079/local-871-contributes-to-iatse-hurricane-reliefCommunity ServicesWed, 04 Oct 2017 21:52:11 GMT<p>On September 24, The Local 871 Board of Directors voted to donate $1,000 to the IATSE Walsh/DiTolla/Spivak Foundation which is providing financial assistance to IATSE members (including those in Puerto Rico) affected by the recent hurricanes.<br /> <br /> <strong>Members of the IATSE are asked to contribute what they can to the Foundation, enabling their sisters and brothers and their families more flexibility to cope with the challenges created by Harvey, Irma &amp; Maria.</strong><br /> <br /> Members in the affected areas in need of assistance should contact their Local, who will send the request to the International.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> Checks should be made payable to the &ldquo;Walsh/DiTolla/Spivak Foundation&rdquo; and mailed to:<br /> <br /> The Walsh/DiTolla/Spivak Foundation c/o IATSE<br /> 207 W. 25th St., 4th Fl.<br /> New York, NY 10001<br /> <br /> More Info can be found at the <a href="http://www.iatse.net/news/financial-assistance-and-hurricane-relief-affected-iatse-members" style="word-wrap: break-word;-ms-text-size-adjust: 100%;-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;color: #0903c6;font-weight: normal;text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">IATSE International&#39;s Website</a>.</p> 1079IATSE Hurricane Irma Relief Effortshttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1075/iatse-hurricane-irma-relief-effortsCommunity ServicesThu, 14 Sep 2017 21:04:10 GMT<p>The IATSE has donated another $10,000 to the Walsh/DiTolla/Spivak Foundation to provide financial assistance to affected IATSE members and their families affected by hurricane Irma. (The IATSE previously donated $10,000 to assist IATSE members and their families affected by hurricane Harvey.)<br /> &nbsp;<br /> <strong>Local unions and members of the IATSE are asked to contribute what they can to the Foundation, enabling our members and their families more flexibility to cope with the challenges created by Harvey &amp; Irma.</strong><br /> <br /> Checks should be made payable to the &ldquo;Walsh/DiTolla/Spivak Foundation&rdquo; and mailed to:<br /> <br /> The Walsh/DiTolla/Spivak Foundation c/o IATSE<br /> 207 W. 25th St., 4th Fl.<br /> New York, NY 10001<br /> <br /> More Info can be found at the <a href="http://www.iatse.net/news/iatse-donates-10000-assist-members-affected-hurricane-irma" target="_blank">IATSE International&#39;s Website</a>.</p> 1075Donations Being Collected for Harvey Reliefhttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1072/donations-being-collected-for-harvey-reliefCommunity ServicesThu, 31 Aug 2017 21:09:39 GMT<p><em>One of our members has provided this information regarding donating items needed for those flooded out by Harvey.</em></p> <p>An Art Dept Group has networked for <strong>sending boxes</strong> of the following to a distribution point outside of Austin that is delivering to Rockport. (We recommend you list items on side of box for easy fit with those in need).</p> <p>(<a href="#drop off">Drop off location below</a>)</p> <p>Email Eva, <strong><a href="mailto:eva@artcube.nyc" target="_blank">eva@artcube.nyc</a></strong>, with a list of your items, for a shipping address once you have a sealed box with any of the following:</p> <ul> <li>bug spray and repellent</li> <li>new men&#39;s socks (sturdiest for all)</li> <li>deodorant</li> <li>5 gallon buckets with lid</li> <li>large trash bags</li> <li>underwear of all shapes and sizes in package for men and women incl XXL</li> </ul> <p><strong>and:</strong></p> <p>Cleaning Supplies, Work Gloves, Power tools, Blankets, Pet Carriers, Furniture, Kitchen items, Pet Supplies, Pet Crates, Baby furniture, Water, First Aid Supplies (sealed), Folding chairs, Canned Food, Paper towels, Baby Formula, Socks and underwear, Wheelchairs, Diapers, Batteries, Garbage bags, Toiletries, Linens, School Supplies, Towels, Puzzles, magazines, books, Bedding, Air Mattresses, Gold Bond, Walkers, Plastic Bins, tooth brushes and paste, soap.</p> <p>Used expendables are very helpful, too!!</p> <p><strong><a id="drop off" name="drop off"></a></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>UPDATE:</strong></p> <p>Mac Pro Melrose has been designated as a<strong> drop off location</strong> for any donations for victims of Hurricane Harvey:<br /> <br /> Mac Pro Melrose<br /> 8507 Melrose Avenue<br /> West Hollywood, CA &nbsp;90069<br /> <br /> Sunday 12am-6pm<br /> Monday - Saturday 11am-7pm<br /> <br /> Donations being accepted until Friday, Sept. 8th<br /> Anything is helpful, and gift cards are welcome.</p> 1072IATSE Hurricane Harvey Relief Effortshttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1069/iatse-hurricane-harvey-relief-effortsCommunity ServicesThu, 31 Aug 2017 17:25:10 GMT<p><em>A Message from the IATSE International:</em></p> <p>Dear Sisters and Brothers:<br /> &nbsp;<br /> Due to the devastation caused by <strong>Hurricane Harvey</strong>, the IATSE will donate $10,000 to the Walsh/DiTolla/Spivak Foundation to provide financial assistance to affected IATSE members and their families.<br /> &nbsp;<br /> <strong>Local unions and members of the IATSE are asked to contribute what they can to the Foundation, enabling our members and their families more flexibility to cope with the challenges created by Harvey.</strong><br /> &nbsp;<br /> &ldquo;Because of this storm, many people are dealing with unexpected costs of temporary housing or medical bills,&rdquo; said IATSE International President Matthew D. Loeb. &ldquo;The IATSE&rsquo;s donation will help, but it&rsquo;s also meant to kick-start fundraising from all local unions who can contribute, so that the Foundation can help affected members and their families.&rdquo;<br /> &nbsp;<br /> Money from the Foundation helps pay for food, clothing, shelter, and other necessities to help members through this difficult time. Individual IATSE members needing assistance should submit a written request to their local union. The local union will then forward the request to the Foundation for review by the Foundation trustees.<br /> &nbsp;<br /> Checks should be made payable to the &ldquo;Walsh/DiTolla/Spivak Foundation&rdquo; and mailed to:<br /> <br /> The Walsh/DiTolla/Spivak Foundation c/o IATSE<br /> 207 W. 25th St., 4th Fl.<br /> New York, NY 10001</p> 1069Community Services Committee Runs another Life-Saving Blood Drivehttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1068/community-services-committee-runs-another-life-saving-blood-driveCommunity Services,VolunteerThu, 17 Aug 2017 22:01:34 GMT<p><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Committees/Community%20Services%20Committee.jpg" style="margin: 10px; float: left; width: 20%; height: 20%;" title="" />Thanks to all who donated and volunteered for our <strong>Red Cross Blood Drive</strong> which was held on July 30!&nbsp; It was a huge success. We collected 48 units of blood with <strong>the potential of saving 144 lives</strong>. This year we teamed up with IATSE <a href="http://costumedesignersguild.com/" target="_blank">Local 892 (Costume Designers)</a> and <a href="https://www.motionpicturecostumers.org/" target="_blank">Local 705 (Costumers)</a>, and <a href="http://www.iatselocal80.org" target="_blank">Local 80 (Grips, Set Medics) </a>was kind enough to host us.<br /> <br /> We were also joined by &ldquo;Be the Match&rdquo; (for bone marrow donors), the Will Rogers Foundation and the Actors Fund, all giving out information to union members.<br /> <br /> Special thanks to all of our 871 members who volunteered.<br /> Marvel Wakefield<br /> Tricia Ronten<br /> Stirling Belafonte<br /> Elisa Brown</p> <p><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Blog/IMG_1014.JPG" style="margin: 10px; width: 30%; height: 30%;" title="" /><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Blog/IMG_1023.JPG" style="margin: 10px; width: 30%; height: 30%;" title="" /></p> <p><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Blog/IMG_1009.JPG" style="margin: 10px; width: 30%; height: 30%;" title="" /><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Blog/IMG_1016.JPG" style="margin: 10px; width: 30%; height: 30%;" title="" /></p> 1068'Christmas in July' a Big Success!https://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1065/christmas-in-july-a-big-successCommunity Services,VolunteerTue, 08 Aug 2017 16:48:45 GMT<p><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Committees/Community%20Services%20Committee.jpg" style="margin: 10px; width: 15%; height: 15%;" title="" /></p> <p>Christmas in July<br /> July 15, 2017<br /> <br /> We had a very successful booth at &ldquo;Christmas in July&rdquo; sponsored by state Senator Holly Mitchell at USC.<br /> <br /> At the IATSE 871 booth we had kids make vision boards and it was a great success. We had a booth filled to capacity from 10:00am when the kids started coming in up until 1:00pm. It was a rewarding experience and we were surprised at how many kids were really into making these collages.<br /> <br /> Our Local also donated scooters for the kids. All very happy recipients.<br /> <br /> Thanks to Michelle Poole&rsquo;s daughter Aris Mendoza for coming up with the idea and to Michelle&rsquo;s sister Dorina Poole and Aris&rsquo; boyfriend Rickey Larke for helping with the booth. Without their help it would not have been such a success.</p> <p><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Committees/IMG_0850.jpg" style="margin: 10px; width: 30%; height: 30%;" title="" /></p> <p><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Committees/IMG_0923.jpg" style="margin: 10px; width: 30%; height: 30%;" title="" /></p> <p><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Committees/IMG_0896.jpg" style="margin: 10px; width: 30%; height: 30%;" title="" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> 10652nd Annual Blood Drive - Donors needed!https://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1053/2nd-annual-blood-drive-donors-neededCommunity Services,VolunteerThu, 20 Jul 2017 19:05:42 GMT<p><strong><em>URGENT! Donors needed! </em></strong><em>The Local&#39;s annual Blood Drive is SUNDAY JULY 30 and we need DONORS! You do not need to be a member to donate.&nbsp; </em><br /> <br /> July 30, 2017<br /> 10:00 am &ndash; 4:00 pm<br /> <br /> IATSE Local 80<br /> 2520 W Olive Ave,<br /> Burbank, CA 91505<br /> &nbsp;<br /> This year we are partnering with<strong> Local 892 </strong>(Costume Designers) and<strong> Local 705</strong> (Costumers) to make the drive <strong>bigger </strong>and <strong>better</strong> than ever. To accommodate all the donors, the event will take place at Local 80.<br /> &nbsp;<br /> Go to <a href="http://www.redcrossblood.org" target="_blank">www.redcrossblood.org</a> and enter sponsor code: <strong>IATSE </strong>to schedule your appointment.</p> 1053MPTF Advocates for Our Industry Vetshttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1050/mptf-advocates-for-our-industry-vetsCommunity ServicesThu, 06 Jul 2017 22:08:04 GMT<p><a href="https://www.mptf.com/veterans?srctid=1&amp;erid=3600351&amp;trid=e37aed99-e4f8-40f8-b607-eb0525db34a6" target="_blank">Help MPTF support our veterans and see an early screening of Dunkirk</a></p> <p><strong>MPTF&rsquo;s&nbsp;Veterans Benefits Assistance Program</strong> helps entertainment industry veterans, their surviving spouses, and their families obtain VA pension benefits that they are entitled to but may need help accessing. <strong>These military and entertainment industry veterans often are eligible for monthly financial support to cover basic living expenses, caregiving and many other critical needs; but they need help navigating the maze of VA paperwork to start that flow of benefits</strong>. MPTF&rsquo;s social workers walk veterans and their families through the claims process every step of the way until benefit awards are received.&nbsp;</p> <p>In the past year, MPTF has screened nearly 700 entertainment industry military veterans and their surviving spouses, helping them to collectively obtain over $200,000 in retroactive benefits plus additional ongoing monthly support. Please help us help a veteran by <strong>making a gift today.</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://www.mptf.com/veterans" target="_blank">For each donation of $50</a> you will receive a special invitation to attend an exclusive advance screening of Dunkirk on July 19th at 7PM at AMC Century City 15 in IMAX with popcorn and a soft drink included.&nbsp;</p> <p><br /> <a href="https://www.mptf.com/veterans"><strong>Your Contribution will help MPTF to serve those in our industry who have served our country. </strong></a></p> 1050Day at the Races Tickets on Sale Now!https://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/1049/day-at-the-races-tickets-on-sale-nowCommunity ServicesThu, 06 Jul 2017 22:01:59 GMT<p>Dear Friends,</p> <p>Come on out for a great time for you and yours as MPTF and IATSE host the 6th Annual Day at the Races and Family Picnic on October 22! We invite you to buy your tickets today and join us for this family-friendly event, which includes: admission; parking; racing program; a great lunch buffet; and lots of fun activities for the whole family.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> October 22, 2017<br /> Gates open at 11:00 am<br /> Lunch 12:00-2:00 pm<br /> First Race 12:30 pm<br /> <br /> Santa Anita Park<br /> 285 W. Huntington Drive<br /> Arcadia<br /> &nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Tickets and Sponsorship packages are now available at:</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.MPTF.com/DATR" target="_blank">www.MPTF.com/DATR</a></p> <p>To order over the phone or for more information, please contact: <a href="mailto:Abel.Martinez@mptf.com">Abel.Martinez@mptf.com</a> or 818-876-1974</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> 1049Stamp Out Hunger Food Drivehttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/8/stamp-out-hunger-food-driveCommunity Services,VolunteerTue, 25 Apr 2017 22:06:20 GMT<h3>National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC)</h3> <p>Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive</p> <p><br /> Saturday, May 13, 2017</p> <p>This food drive is the world&rsquo;s largest one-day food drive, taking place in more than 10,000 cities and towns in all 50 states, U.S. territories and the District of Columbia.&nbsp; Every year, IATSE members volunteer to help sort the massive amounts of donations that come in.<br /> <br /> <strong>Donating</strong><br /> All you do is place a bag of unopened, non-perishable food next to their mailbox before your letter carrier delivers the mail on Saturday, May 13th, and the carrier will do the rest.<br /> <br /> <strong>Volunteering</strong><br /> See the flyer below for info on how to participate in the IATSE Volunteer day on <strong>May 20! </strong><br /> &nbsp;</p> <div style="text-align: center;"><strong>***If you are an 871 member and plan to volunteer, please RSVP to <a href="mailto:Virginia@ialocal871.org?subject=RSVP%20-%20Stamp%20Out%20Hunger%20May%2020" target="_blank">Virginia@ialocal871.org</a><a href="mailto:virginia@ialocal871.org?subject=Food%20Drive%20Volunteer!">.</a>***</strong></div> 8Pledge for the Blood Drivehttps://ialocal871.org/About-Us/Local-871-News/PostId/3/pledge-for-the-blood-driveCommunity Services,VolunteerMon, 17 Apr 2017 18:52:57 GMT<h1><img alt="" src="/Portals/0/Committees/Community%20Services%20Committee.jpg" style="margin: 5px; float: left; width: 150px; height: 77px;" title="" />2nd Annual Red Cross Blood Drive</h1> <h4>Call for Pledges</h4> <p><br /> July 30, 2017<br /> 10:00 am &ndash; 4:00 pm<br /> &nbsp;<br /> IATSE Local 80<br /> 2520 W Olive Ave,<br /> <br /> Burbank, CA 91505<br /> It&rsquo;s that time again. Time to pledge for the Blood Drive.<br /> <br /> This year we are partnering with <strong>Local 892 (Costume Designers)</strong> and <strong>Local 705 (Costumers)</strong> to make the drive bigger and better than ever. To accommodate all the donors, the event will take place at Local 80.<br /> <br /> In order for this to happen WE NEED PLEDGES.<br /> <br /> Go to <a href="http://www.redcrossblood.org" target="_blank">www.redcrossblood.org</a> and enter sponsor code:<strong> IATSE</strong> to schedule your appointment.<br /> <br /> <strong>PLEDGE NOW!!! </strong></p> <p>If you need to change the time of your appointment later, it&rsquo;s no problem. We just need commitments to show the Red Cross we can meet our goal.</p> <p><a href="/Portals/0/Committees/IATSE%20Draft%201%2007302017.pdf">View Flyer</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> 3