Vertical Endeavors workers ratified their first contract! They just won… - 36 hour minimum scheduled hours for full time workers - PTO for part time workers - an average of 16.67% in wage increases over the life of the contract www.ufcw663.org/blog/2025/09...

Happy Labor Day from UFCW Local 663! Today, we honor and thank all the hardworking individuals who keep our communities running — from food workers to retail staff, healthcare workers and beyond. Your dedication is essential, and so are you. ✊

“These are the highest raises we’ve ever won. We put in a lot of work talking to our coworkers and showing up to bargaining,” said Hser Wah, from the Cut department at QPP. “It paid off.”

It’s better in a Union! ✊ Members of UFCW Local 663 have invested time and energy into building a fighting Union. In just a few years of organizing, workers have won higher wages, better benefits, and more protections on the job. Here are just some of those wins:

No classroom. No pressure. UFCW members can take GED courses online for free at their own pace. Get started today: ufcw.org/GED

The Food Secure Strikers Act would repeal the restriction on striking workers receiving SNAP benefits and protect the eligibility of workers to receive funds to buy food while on strike. Tell Congress: Protect striking workers. p2a.co/ioqght1

On Saturday, August 2nd, United Food & Commercial Workers Local 663 members at Quality Pork Processors (QPP) ratified a new contract with their employer. “Having the negotiations room packed with members won us more money than we ever have before.” said Josh Nelson, a worker at QPP.

Austin is a Union Town! UFCW 663 members at Quality Pork Processors just won historic wage increases. Celebrate with them on Monday, August 4th at 10:30am, at the Austin Labor Center, 316 4th Ave NE, Austin, MN.

SOLIDARITY with the 1,600+ essential meat packing workers, @ufcw663.bsky.social members, who filed a class action lawsuit yesterday in Austin, MN ✊

BREAKING: Workers at Hormel File Class Action Lawsuit Against Employer www.ufcw663.org/blog/2025/07...

¡Sí se puede! Los miembros de UFCW 663 en QPP en Austin, MN se aferran a la lucha por un contrato justo. UFCW 663 members at QPP in Austin, MN are stickering up as they fight for a fair contract!

“The reason we were able to get such a high wage increase is because we had 1,000 workers out on the streets of Austin, on Labor Day. Folks had not seen that sort of activity since that strike in the ’80s.”

Workers at Vertical Endeavors need you! Come kick it at a picket on Wednesday, 7/23 from 5-7pm at VE Minneapolis, 2540 Nicollet Ave S.

Stronger Together! UFCW 663 members at Quality Pork Processing have been organizing to win better wages and working conditions. 💪 ¡Juntos somos más fuertes! Los miembros de UFCW 663 en Quality Pork Processing se han estado organizando para conseguir mejores salarios y condiciones laborales. 💪

This Sunday: Honor 91 years since Bloody Friday — the 1934 Minneapolis Truckers’ Strike. Workers stood up, fought back, and changed history. #BloodyFriday #UnionStrong #SolidarityForever

UFCW Local 663 members and officers representing at UFCW Region 6 Education Conference in Altoona, IA this week!

UFCW Local 663 celebrates the pursuit of freedom, justice, and equality for all. True independence means standing together for fair wages, safe workplaces, and dignity for every worker. Let’s keep pushing for a country where everyone thrives, not just the wealthy few. Have a powerful and proud 4th!

“These victories are a direct result of extensive organizing. We didn’t settle for the company’s first offer. We stood up, fought for more, and won.” – Paul, UFCW 663 member at Cub Foods

UNFI, Haug’s Cub Foods workers ratify union contract The new contract comes after nearly 3,000 grocery workers represented by UFCW Local 663 threatened to strike. www.grocerydive.com/news/unfi-ha...

Celebrate Independence Day with union-made goods and show your support for the hardworking people that feed our nation. Click this link for a union made product list! 🎆 bit.ly/3Il4yQc 🎆

UFCW 663 members at UNFI and Haug’s Cub Foods have reached agreements and ratified their contracts! The 3 year contract includes higher wages for all employees, significant investment into the workers’ pension, and increased hours for part-time workers. www.ufcw663.org/blog/2025/06...

🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ Union Pride builds Union Power! UFCW Local 663 members have fought for and won contract language that protects and empowers trans workers. Follow this link to read more: www.ufcw663.org/blog/2024/06...

UFCW is proud to represent the first union rock climbing gym in Minnesota. Workers at Vertical Endeavors are fighting for: - Consistent & fair wages - Affordable health insurance - Benefits for part-timers Support VE workers by sending an email to the boss! p2a.co/JPWAZLT

UFCW 663 members at Knowlan’s Festival Foods have reached an agreement and ratified their contract! Workers won higher wages, a significant investment in their pension, and improved healthcare benefits. Thank you to the Union and community members that supported these essential food workers!

Sign up for the summer term of @UFCW’s Free Language Program before the deadline! Applications open June 20th at 1pm ET and are given on a first come, first served basis! To learn more and apply, visit: ufcw.org/language

🔥 WATCH NOW: During the pandemic grocery workers were deemed essential – now employers are making it hard for families to afford healthcare. @sanders.senate.gov‬ met with UFCW 663 members at UNFI Cub, Knowlan’s Festival Foods, and Haug’s Cub to support their fight for affordable healthcare.

It's unacceptable that 3,000 grocery workers in Minnesota have been without a union contract for 3 months. It's time for the CEOs of Cub Foods, Knowlan's & Haug's to end their outrageous corporate greed, negotiate in good faith with the UFCW & treat their workers with respect.

UFCW Local 663's Tribute to Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman. www.ufcw663.org/blog/2025/06...

Happy Father’s Day from UFCW Local 663! Today, we honor the dads and father figures who help build strong families, strong communities, and strong Unions. Your dedication on the job and at home inspires us every day. Thank you for everything you do - enjoy your day!

🔥Bernie Sanders Calls Out MN Grocery Owners! Sen. @sanders.senate.gov sent letters to UNFI Cub Foods CEO Andre Persaud, Knowlan’s Festival Foods President Jason Herfel, and Haug’s Companies President Dennis Brucker demanding that they stop violating their workers’ rights & secure a fair contract.

BREAKING:📣Senator Bernie Sanders met with UFCW 663 members from UNFI and Haug’s Cub & Knowlan’s Festival Foods to support their fight for a fair contract. Thank you @sanders.senate.gov for standing with essential workers! ✊ youtube.com/shorts/Zb6lp...

📣 BREAKING: UFCW Local 663 is proud to be the first union to endorse Lt. Gov Peggy Flanagan for the US Senate Peggy has always had the backs of our members, recently by visiting JBS workers to talk about safety and dignity in the workplace. Thanks for standing with us, @peggyflanagan.bsky.social‬ !

Solidarity with UFCW 663 members at QPP in Austin, MN who are bargaining today and tomorrow!

“They want to be able to lower our wages if the pension is in trouble, without consulting us. That is not my bill. That is their bill.” - Nic, Haug’s Cub Foods Nic, along with thousands of workers at Haug’s, Knowlan’s Festival Foods, and UNFI Cub Foods are fighting for a fair contract.

UFCW 663 and UFCW 1189 members met with Representative Angie Craig to talk about the importance of a fully funded SNAP program and making striking workers eligible for SNAP benefits. Thank you ‪@repangiecraig.bsky.social‬ !

“Part timers deserve better. Even in the last week, I had people just walk off.” - Savannah, Knowlan’s Festival Foods Savannah, along with thousands of workers at Knowlan’s Festival Foods, UNFI Cub Foods, and Haug’s Cub Foods are fighting for a fair contract for everyone.

This Memorial Day, we remember those who gave all — and we honor their legacy by standing strong in our Union values. Support good jobs and strong communities: shop Union grocery stores for your Memorial Day needs. 🛒❤️🤍💙 #MemorialDay #UnionStrong #SupportWorkers #ShopUnion

NEWS: UFCW 663 Workers at JBS Worthington Win Strong Contract! Members Win Line Speed Safety Improvements Amid Federal Deregulation bit.ly/3FgGmh0

Grocery workers need your support! Meet with UFCW 663 members for a picket at Haug’s Cub Foods, Friday, May 23rd 2:30-4pm, 4801 County Rd 101 Minnetonka, MN 55345

"I have a wife and three kids. Nobody wants to go on a strike, but we feel like we’re not being heard at all, really. And we’re not asking for a ton, you know? Just listen to us." Nate, Cub Foods

“I’ll organize outside of work, go to every store I can, because people got to get on board and understand what’s happening with their healthcare. I’m fighting for my healthcare and I’m fighting for my wife.” - Ryan, L&B on ‪@workdaymagazine.bsky.social‬ workdaymagazine.org/one-grocery-...

We love when members show up for open bargaining to support the Union bargaining committee! First day of negotiations yesterday with Quality Pork Processors.

Today, UFCW 663 members handed out flyers at the Burnsville Cub on their grand opening. Follow this link to send a message to the bosses: Stop violating your workers’ rights! p2a.co/TGBlh97

🚨 🛒 BREAKING! Workers at Minneapolis's Largest Grocery Chain Reject Contract Proposal: Strike Could Be Imminent - UFCW 663 buff.ly/4mBmNdE

Strong mothers, strong Union, strong community! 💪🌸 Honor the mothers of 663, and the mothers in your life by supporting Union businesses — grab a bouquet from one of our Union shops today!

Applications for the Nellie Stone Johnson Scholarship for 2025-2026 academic year are open! Learn more about Nellie and apply! www.nelliestone.org/about-the-sc...

WE DID IT! We won REI's board election!! REI just confirmed the news in their annual member meeting, and we couldn’t be more thrilled and empowered! This victory is a massive step forward for our movement and for the future of our Co-op.

📚 🎓 UFCW Local 663 awards up to 10 education grants to our members or their dependents to further their education. Winners will receive a one-time $1000 educational grant. Deadline to apply is June 30. bit.ly/4m0j6nP

🗓️SAVE THE DATE! The #StampOutHunger Food drive is Saturday, May 10! Participating is simple and easy: Just leave a bag of nonperishable items such as canned goods in a bag next to your mailbox and your letter carrier will handle the rest. Learn more: bit.ly/3LwgMCg

“I was recently diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder... It requires special medication and frequent blood testing to make sure that I'm still healthy. If we were to accept the company's 90/10 proposal… I could be priced out of healthcare entirely.” – Aaron, Lunds & Byerlys