UFCW Local 400 Sends $9,460 Donation to Virginia AFL-CIO

UFCW Local 400 made a donation of $9,460.40 on May 1, 2026, to the Virginia American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations. The contribution supports a Virginia candidate through the state labor federation. UFCW Local 400 represents workers in grocery, retail, and related industries across Virginia and surrounding areas.

The local union maintains a political action committee that directs funds to labor-aligned efforts. Records show UFCW Local 400 has contributed to federal candidates in recent cycles, including support for U.S. Senator Tim Kaine and U.S. Representatives Robert Scott, Jennifer McClellan, Eugene Vindman, Donald Beyer, and Gerry Connolly in Virginia congressional races.

The union also backed additional candidates in the 2024 and 2025 Virginia elections who received endorsements from labor organizations. The Virginia AFL-CIO coordinates political activities and endorsements for state-level races. Contributions such as the recent transfer allow the federation to assist candidates in Virginia contests.

UFCW Local 400 has participated in events with the Virginia AFL-CIO, including lobby days focused on workplace policies. OpenSecrets data indicates the local’s PAC activity centers on contributions to committees and candidates aligned with organized labor priorities. This pattern of giving reflects ongoing union involvement in Virginia political funding through established channels like the state AFL-CIO.