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Educational and Cultural Programs

The Joint Industry Board (JIB) established the Educational and Cultural Trust Fund in 1964 to provide educational, charitable and philanthropic programs that would improve the welfare of members, their families and the community. Though eligibility varies for each program, all benefits from this Fund are offered at no cost to eligible members of Local Union No. 3. You can find more information in “The Treasure Chest” (PDF, 11.5MB) booklet.
 

Educational Program Description

Scholarship Program

Your child can apply for one or more of the scholarship awards offered by JIB.

College Tuition Reimbursement Program

You and your spouse are eligible for college tuition reimbursement, up to a $20,000 lifetime maximum each.

College Tuition Loan Fund

You may borrow up to $4,000 per child for two natural, legally adopted or qualifying stepchildren for tuition each semester, at just a 4% interest rate.

General Educational Development (GED)

Classes are offered from September to June at the Electrical Industry Center in Flushing for those participants planning to take GED exams in pursuit of a diploma.

Citizenship Responsibility

After completing this five-session course, you may receive 80% of your daily rate to offset wages lost when you are called for jury duty.

Pre-Retirement Seminars

Frequent seminars are conducted at the Electrical Industry Center to help you and your spouse best prepare for retirement.

Camp Integrity

This summer camp offers a full sports program, arts and crafts, nature and field trips, and is open to the children of eligible participants. Click here for the 2008 Camp Integrity Brochure

Classes and Seminars

The JIB offers a range of courses at no charge to you. Some examples include Transit Skills Classes, Basic and Advanced Estimating and Computer Classes.

In compliance with the "A" construction electricians' contract, the funding for Commercial Driver License training ("CDL") will be paid through the Education and Cultural Trust Fund. Eligible members who are interested in obtaining their CDL should call the office at (718) 591-2000 ext. 1530.

The Spring Arts Festival Program

A biennial festival sponsored by the Fund that highlights the talents of you and your family through the display of more than 300 original works of art.

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