Musicians Union Local 47 and Employers Health and Welfare Fund
Professional Musicians, Local 47 and Employers' Health & Welfare Fund
952645284
1970
Pasadena, CA 91101 United States
pacfed-musicians.com
Musicians Union Local 47 and Employers Health and Welfare Fund
The Musicians Union Local 47 and Employers Health and Welfare Fund is a non-profit organization established to provide health insurance benefits to its participants. The fund operates under collective bargaining agreements between the American Federation of Musicians (AFM) Local 47 and employers in the music industry.
History
The American Federation of Musicians Local 47 was formed in 1897 and has a long history of advocating for fair wages and working conditions for professional musicians. However, specific details about the inception of the Health and Welfare Fund are not readily available.
Purpose and Benefits
The primary purpose of the fund is to deliver comprehensive health insurance coverage to eligible musicians. Participation in the fund is based on contributions from participating employers who have entered into collective bargaining agreements with Local 47. These contributions enable musicians to enroll at different levels of coverage, depending on the amount of funds contributed on their behalf.
Eligibility and Coverage Levels
Musicians may qualify for the fund at three different levels:
- Level A: Requires contributions exceeding $1,700.
- Level B: For contributions between $1,400 and $1,699.
- Level C: For contributions ranging from $700 to $1,399.
Administration
The fund is administered to ensure that members understand and effectively utilize their health insurance benefits.
Organizational Structure
As part of Local 47's broader initiatives, the Health and Welfare Fund aligns with the union's mission to protect the welfare of musicians. It works closely with other parts of the AFM to ensure comprehensive support for musicians across various sectors of the music industry.
Tax Status
The fund is classified as a Voluntary Employees' Beneficiary Association (VEBA), which is a type of trust that provides benefits to employees and their dependents. It is headquartered in Glendale, California, and is identified by the EIN 952645284.
[1] https://www.local802afm.org/allegro/articles/afm-racial-history-3/ [2] https://www.pacfed-musicians.com [3] https://www.afm47.org/about/ [4] https://www.charitynavigator.org/ein/952645284 [5] https://www.afm47.org/about/history.html
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Musicians Local 47Health Welfare Fund Welcome The Board of Trustees of the Professional Musicians Local 47 and Employers Health Welfare Fund the Fund is committed to providing the best health insurance delivery and cost platforms available to the Funds participants. For a more complete description of the Fund including your rights as a participating member please consult the Summary Plan Description. Your Eligibility Whats Your Level. Eligibility for enrollment in the Fund is based upon contributions the Fund receives on musicians behalf from Participating Employers.
