The Dunkirk Area Labor Council has been collecting food gift card donations at their last two meetings to assist Rural Ministry’s 2024 Holiday Food Drive. At their last meeting, Dec. 17, Don Williams, Labor Council President presented gift cards to Bridget Majka, Executive Director, Rural Ministry. Dunkirk Area Labor Council has donated close to $2,000 over the last three years. This year’s donation encompasses the following locals: CSEA 6300, CSEA 807, CSEA 607, PEF 243 and NYSUT 2190/UUP, and individual union members. The total amount surpasses the last two years, over $850 in Tops gift cards were collected to support individuals and families in our community facing food scarcity during this holiday season. The Dunkirk Area Labor Council meets monthly on the third Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Steel Workers Union Hall located on Park Avenue and Fourth Street, Dunkirk. Pictured in the front row are Don Williams (CSEA 807) and Bridget Majka. Second row: Phillip Collier (CSEA 607), Bonnie Peters (CSEA 807), Mary Ellen Decker (NYSUT/DTA), Stephanie Teachman (CSEA 607), Robert Dando (NCFO 266/SEIU), Sandra Lewis (NYSUT/UUP), Rebecca Hemenger (CSEA807) and Donna Karcz (PEF 243). Not pictured were Daniel Williams (CSEA 6300) and Walter Robertson (NYSUT).