Special Financial Assistance (SFA) Program
On May 24, 2023, the Pension Fund received $214.6 million from the PBGC under the Special Financial Assistance (SFA) Program. For more information, please click on the "More Info" button.
Fertility Benefits through Progyny
The Fund is now providing Fertility Benefits through Progyny.
United Furniture Workers Insurance Fund
Advantages of Coverage
We strive to offer the best possible service to our members. Access to one of the largest PPO Networks in the country Fund is 100% Union for servicing of insurance needs.
Accesss to Personal Wellness Site
All Fund members have access to a personal Wellness Portal. Log onto www.bcbst.com to get started today. This very important tool helps members identify health risks.
Medical Benefit Packages
Office visit co-payments Major medical benefits that include out-of-pocket maximums to protect our members Co-payments for prescription drug charges.
Free Medication
If you are a Fund Member currently being treated for:
- Diabetes
- High Blood Pressure
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Taking Anti-Cholesterol Medication
Click here to see medications and diabetic supplies you can obtain for free through mail order that treat the above conditions. They are all generic drugs and are easy to get at no charge to you.
Notice Of Privacy Practices
This Notice is updated and effective February 14, 2025.
United Furniture Workers Pension Fund A
Fund vested participants
The Fund is a multi-employer defined benefit pension plan providing monthly pension to UFW/CWA members throughout the country. Vested participants who begin receiving a monthly pension from the Fund will continue to receive that monthly pension for life.
Fund history
The Fund was established in 1962 and is regulated by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). It is run by a bilateral Board of Trustees representing both Union and Employer Trustees.
UFW Pension Fund A History
The Fund is a Union Fund originally set up in accordance with the Trust Law of the State of New York and regulated by the United States Government under the Employees Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).