Category: Charitable Corner
UPDATE: New Information Available on California Wildfire Relief For Members
As the devastating wildfires continue to burn in California, this catastrophe is likely far from over. Read on to learn about important updates to applying for assistance from SMART-TD’s Disaster Relief Fund, including what criteria and information is needed to receive help.
Union support available for California wildfire victims
California is once again battling devastating wildfires, and many of our SMART-TD members are on the frontlines, both as victims and first responders. Read on to learn how to receive help from SMART-TD's Disaster Relief Fund if you've been affected or how to donate to the cause of helping our brothers and sisters in their time of need.
Local #823 member killed in on-duty collision
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the tragic passing of SMART-TD member and Union Pacific Conductor Phillip Araujo. As recently reported, he and his engineer, Clay Burt, lost their lives when their train collided with a tractor-trailer in Pecos City, Texas. Brother Ryan Monts of BLET Division 212 has started a GoFundMe account to support the families of Araujo and Brother Burt.
Tennessee Local rallies to aid members amid hurricane flooding
After flooding from Hurricane Helene devastated the town of Erwin, Tennessee, Brother Jason Caldwell (Local 1162) refused to sit back and watch his community suffer. He and his Local stepped up to organize much-needed resources, from financial assistance to generators.
Fundraiser Started for Longtime SMART Member Facing Mounting Medical & Travel Expenses
After doctors discovered a large tumor on Brother Jonathon “Ray” Pierce’s spine in July, he is preparing to travel to Houston to receive a second opinion and specialized care. To assist with mounting medical and travel expenses, a GoFundMe campaign has been set up to help ease the family’s financial burden. Please consider helping this longtime SMART member by contributing if you are able to do so.
Urgent Appeal for SMART-TD Brother Nii Nunoo and Family
Support Needed After Tragic Accident in Costa Rica Brother Nii Nunoo, a dedicated conductor for the Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) Railroad and a 15-year member of Local 1413, is facing an incredibly difficult situation. While on vacation in Costa Rica with his family, Br [...]
Fundraiser begun for Local 600 president who suffered amputation after accident
An online fundraiser has been started for Local 600 President Keith Shambaugh, who was severely injured in a traffic accident in May.
Online fundraiser established for survivors of TD member killed in shooting
SMART-TD Local 1594 member and SEPTA bus operator Devan Harris died in a senseless act of violence. An online fundraiser has been created to help his girlfriend, also a TD member, and their daughter.