Category: Online fundraiser
After Succumbing to Pancreatic Cancer, Local 1534 Member’s Family Needs Our Help
Brother Ricky Karlecke (Local 1534, Chicago, Ill.) fought a brave battle with an aggressive form of pancreatic cancer that sadly ended when he passed away on June 21, 2026. As his family prepares to lay him to rest, read on to find out how you can help ease their financial burden.
Local 166 Member Needs Our Help After Near-Fatal Heart Attack
Brother Paul Barnard (Local 166, Salt Lake City, Utah) recently suffered a massive heart attack at work and is now beginning his long, daunting road to recovery. Read on to learn how you can help him and his family while he is out of work.
Remembering Brother Neal Galloway: A Railroader’s Railroader
Local 662 (Richmond, Va.) is deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of Brother Neal Galloway, a dedicated CSX conductor remembered for his hard work, kindness, and respect earned across Virginia’s rail yards. Read on to learn more about his life and how you can help support his family.
On-Duty Assault Leaves Amtrak Conductor Facing Financial Hardship
18 months ago, Sister Heather Steele (Local 168, Chicago) was violently attacked while working as an Amtrak conductor. After exhausting disability support, she and her family are now facing severe financial hardship, including the loss of their home. Read on to learn how you can help our brave union sister.
CSX Conductor, Single Mother Devastated in Head-on Collision
A CSX conductor and single mother was seriously injured in a head-on collision while reporting for duty, leaving her facing a long and difficult road to recovery. Read on to see how union solidarity is coming together to support one of our own and how you can help make a difference for her and her daughter.
Bills Mount After Texas Conductor Loses a Leg
Raul Gomez (Local 18, El Paso), a union brother known for dropping everything to help a friend or co-worker in need, lost his leg in a devastating on-the-job accident nearly 20 months ago. Unable to work, his family is now buried under a mountain of bills and everyday expenses. He needs our help to catch up. Read on to learn about his accident and how you can help.
Railroader’s Son to Perform at Carnegie Hall
“A.J.” Hamburger Jr. will take the stage at the legendary Carnegie Hall in New York City as part of the National Honors Bands Performance Series. A.J. is the son of BNSF conductor and SMART-TD Local 934 (Alliance, Nebraska) Vice Local Chairperson Aaron Hamburger. On February 8, 2026, A.J. will join only 350 students out of more than 10,000 applicants worldwide. Read on to learn more about this accomplishment.
Help the McLucas Family After Fire Destroys Their Home
On November 15, Brother Brian McLucas (Local 1190) received a devastating phone call: his house was on fire, and the situation was a total loss. His wife and two young daughters were able to escape safely but now face the daunting task of rebuilding their lives and their home during the holiday season. Read on to learn how you can help our union brother.