IAM District 751 in Washington State has donated $32,000 to the strike fund of IAM District 837 to support workers on strike against Boeing in St. Louis. The donation highlights ongoing solidarity among members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) as District 837 members continue their efforts for a new contract.
Since the strike began on August 4, support has come from various unions, elected officials, and community groups. Jon Holden, President and Directing Business Representative of IAM District 751, stated: “District 837 members are standing up for the respect and dignity every Boeing worker deserves. Our members in the Pacific Northwest know firsthand the power of solidarity. This contribution is about standing shoulder to shoulder with our union family in St. Louis. Boeing can afford to do the right thing, and it’s time they come to the table and bargain in good faith.”
Holden previously led more than 30,000 IAM members through a 53-day strike against Boeing in 2024 that resulted in significant gains for workers in his region. He attended a rally with St. Louis strikers earlier this month to deliver the donation personally.
Members of IAM District 837 voted to strike after contract negotiations with Boeing stalled. Talks between the union and the company continue under federal mediation.
Tom Boelling, President and Directing Business Representative of IAM District 837, said: “Our members are proud of the work they do building critical aerospace and defense products. We are deeply grateful for the unwavering support from District 751 and the entire IAM family. Together, we’re sending a clear message: when one of us is under attack, we all stand together.”
The IAM Strike Fund accepts donations through goIAM.org to help support members during strikes. The fund allows contributions from members as well as their families, friends, and other supporters within the labor movement.
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers represents about 600,000 active and retired members across North America in industries such as aerospace, defense, airlines, shipbuilding, railroads, transit systems, healthcare services, automotive manufacturing and others.
