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Unions Power America Contest Winners

Meet the 2024 Unions Power America Contest winners!

These Unions Power America Contest winners have gone above and beyond at work, at home and in their communities. Thank you to all the hardworking union members who entered the contest.

Watch the moment we surprised our big winners

If you missed our Unions Power America Celebration, you're going to want to catch up, and watch the moment we surprised our big winners!

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$50,000 Grand Prize

Brooke Ishibashi of the Actors' Equity Association (AEA) has been honored with the Unions Power America grand prize for her lifelong dedication to serving others and advocating for workplace equity and social justice. 

As a co-founder of Be An Arts Hero, she played a crucial role in securing Congressional recognition for the arts sector during the pandemic. Her tireless efforts have empowered countless individuals and communities, making a profound impact on the lives of those she encounters.

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$20,000 First Prize: Kevin Turner

SMART, Local 18

Following the unexpected loss of his oldest daughter, Kevin Turner deepened his commitment to volunteer work, and has raised over $10,000 for Habitat for Humanity and tirelessly organizing blood drives, food pantries, and other charitable initiatives. 

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$10,000 Second Prize: Marie Hoveln

CSEA, Chapter 389

As a co-founder of the San Diego North chapter of Sleep In Heavenly Peace, Marie has led efforts to build and deliver over 550 beds to children in need. Marie’s leadership and tireless commitment ensure that no child in her community sleeps on the floor.

$2,000 Winners

$2,000 Winners

Lindsey Austin

SIU
$2,000 Winners

Aimee Bertrand

VSEA

Kevin Bond

NABET-CWA, Local 31
$2,000 Winners

Timmy Brown

IBEW, Local 15
$2,000 Winners

Annette Campos

CSEA, Chapter 299

Jennifer Capshaw

CSEA, Chapter 383
$2,000 Winners

April Cipriano-Haines

CSEA, Chapter 194
$2,000 Winners

Philip Clarke

IBEW, Local 1049
$2,000 Winners

Brenda Cooper

AFT, Local AFT-WV
$2,000 Winners

Steven Cruz

LIUNA
$2,000 Winners

Ashley Eastman

CSEA, Chapter 428
$2,000 Winners

Stephanie Elliott

AFT, Local LFT
$2,000 Winners

Sean Flynn

OPEIU, Local 153
$2,000 Winners

Alisha Gipson

AFSCME, Local 53
$2,000 Winners

Anthony Guddo

NALC, Branch 540

Eric Hernandez

IUOE, Local 324
$2,000 Winners

Veronica Kesner

LIUNA, UPEC 792
$2,000 Winners

Holly Lang

UNITE HERE, Local 226
$2,000 Winners

Victoria Mace

UFCW
$2,000 Winners

Jamie McElrath

IATSE, Local 729
$2,000 Winners

Dottie Miller

AFT, Local 4272
$2,000 Winners

Alpha Nicolasin

AFA-CWA
$2,000 Winners

Dominick Sapien

USW, Local 9012
$2,000 Winners

Shannen O'Brien

AFSCME, Local 1067
$2,000 Winners

Travis Odle

IBEW, Local 769

Stephen Schwartz

IBEW, Local 98
$2,000 Winners

Pete Seddon

NATCA

William Shields

AFT, Local 2121
$2,000 Winners

Justin Thuesen

IATSE, Local 161
$2,000 Winners

Brandon Wiggins

UFCW, Local 227

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