The Wabtec Foundation awarded the Benedictine Sisters a $5,000 grant at their May board of directors meeting. The check was delivered to the monastery by Community Labor Coalition Fund members Matt Fedak and Mike Sadler, representing the Local UE 506 Union whose members work at Wabtec's Erie plant. Benedictine sisters and oblates supported the union’s workers during their June 2023 strike. As to why the Benedictine Sisters were selected to receive the funds, Mike told Michelle Basista from the Benedictine Sisters Development Office, “You supported us during the strike and with your peace walks. That’s what made us think of you all. You do great work for our community.” The funds will support the sisters good works, including the new Benedictine Peaceamakers live-in program for young women, learn more here: Benedictine Peacemakers. Pictured are Matt Fedak, Sister Therese Glass, and Mike Sadler.
