The Grand Council of United Emerald Societies Fourth Annual Salute to Labor Cigar Night took place on October 26 at Vetro Restaurant & Lounge in Howard Beach, New York.
Over 150 Emeralds, labor members, and cherished friends attended for an evening filled with camaraderie, recognition, and support for a worthy cause.
Over the past three years, thanks to the generosity of Emerald affiliated organizations and supporters, significant contributions have been made to deserving Irish American charities:
- 2023 – Fighting 69th Historical Trust: $10,000
- 2024 – Project Children: $10,000 and
- 2025 – Irish American Baseball Society: $10,000.
A portion of the proceeds from the Cigar Night will benefit the Knights of Saint Patrick Charitable Foundation, whose primary mission is to provide annual financial support to the New York City Parade, promoting the study of Irish culture and raising awareness.
This year, the Grand Council of United Emerald Societies honored three exceptional leaders whose commitment and service embody the values of the labor movement and the Emerald tradition:
Frank Morales, President, UWUA Local 1-2, Patrick O’Malley, 1st Vice President, NYS Courts SCOA, and Kevin Grace, Lieutenant Representative, FDNY UFOA.
