As a member in good standing of the Newspaper Guild of New York, you are entitled, of course, to all of the benefits and protections of the contract negotiated with your employer by the Guild.    If you don’t have a copy of the contract, please see your Shop Steward or Unit Chairperson.

In addition, your membership in the Guild makes you eligible to participate in a wide variety of special programs that can save you money and make your life easier!

We have listed below a summary of the benefits available to you, as well as a link to the Union Privileges homepage, where you can find more detailed information.

Life Insurance

Once you have completed one year as a member in good standing of the Newspaper Guild of New York, you are covered by a $5000 life insurance policy. This insurance, which is fully paid for by the Guild, is underwritten through Amalgamated Life, and is subject to the terms of the policy. For more information, please contact Guild Headquarters.

Credit Union

New York Guild members are also eligible to join the New York Times Employees Federal Credit Union. (You do not have to be employed by The Times.) The credit union offers a full range of accounts and loans at favorable rates. For more information about opening account, please call the credit union at (212) 556-1506, and identify yourself as a member of the Guild.  You may also visit their website by clicking here.

The "Union Plus" Benefits - At a Glance

• Union Plus Credit Card -- A union credit card with a low interest rate, no annual fee.

• Union Plus Secured Union Credit Card -- A union credit card that helps establish or re-establish credit.

• Union Plus Mortgage and Real Estate -- Buying, selling, refinancing made easier, more affordable.

• Union Plus Legal Service -- Free and discounted legal assistance.

• Union Plus Loan Program -- Lower-rate, longer-term loans.

• New!  www.workingfamilies.com  -- A free Internet community created especially  for union members and their families.

• New! Union Plus Education Loans -- College education and job skills training loans.

• New! Union Plus Motor Club -- Peace of mind on the road.

• Union Plus Life Insurance -- Supplemental term insurance at low group rates.

• Union Plus Accident Insurance -- Coverage for accidental death or dismemberment.

• Union Plus Health Savings -- Savings on prescriptions, vision care and more.

• Union Plus Dental & Vision -- Savings on dental services and vision care.

• Union Plus Flower Service -- Send flowers anywhere in the country or the world-- for less.

• Discount Offerings -- Savings on everyday consumer products and services through the Union Plus Family Savers program.

Union Plus Scholarship Program -- The Union Plus scholarships are presented annually to union members or members of their families who want to begin or continue their college educations.

For More Information Click on this link: www.unionprivilege.org