To Encourage, Empower and Inform the Membership of the 12th District American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) through the National Vice President Hudson's Transformation Trend Setting Plan 2000 & Membership. To Provide and Disseminate critical information by maintaining open communication throughout the District & Membership. This website is dedicated to the Professionals that faithfully serve the United States Government in the states of Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, and the Federation.

Benefits for Union Members

For more information about any of the members-only benefits listed below, please call AFGE's toll free Benefits Hotline at 1-888-844-AFGE (2343).  In the District of Columbia (D.C.), please call, (202) 639-6941.

Family Savers Program
 
  • Save on hearing aids.
  • Discount movie tickets.
  • Save on car rentals from Hertz, Avis, Budget & National.
  • Save on flowers-by-wire.
  • Save on interstate moves.
  • Save at Universal Studios, Sea World, Six Flags & Hershey Park.
  • Educational Resources Discounts.
  • Union-made Checks.
Union Plus Credit Card
 
  • No annual fee.
  • Grace period option.
  • Lower interest rates.
  • Free personalized checks.
  • Personalized card. Identifies you as an AFGE member.
  • Toll-free customer service access.
Credit Builder Program
 
  • For members with no credit history or damaged credit history.
  • Credit limit determined by members' deposit; from $250 to $5,000.
  • Deposit into an interest-bearing account.
  • 25-day grace period.
Legal Services
 
  • Free 30-minute consultation.
  • Free document review.
  • Free follow-up services. If your lawyer thinks a phone call or letter will solve the problem, it will be done for free.
  • 30% discount on additional services if they become required.
  • No enrollment charge or annual fee.
Mortgage and Real Estate Program
 
  • Flexible downpayments help members into a home.
  • Special help for the first-time home buyer.
  • Competitive rates at or below national average.
  • Refinance existing mortgage.
  • Low fees and closing costs.
  • Save on real estate fees when buying or selling a home.
Loan Program
 
  • Personal, unsecured loans from $2,500 to $15,000.
  • Up to seven years to repay.
  • Low interest rates compared to finance companies.
  • Home Equity loans.
College Financing Information/Scholarships
 
  • Information about grants, scholarships and college education loans.
  • John N. Sturdivant Scholarship.
  • Union Plus Scholarship Program.
Health Savings Program
 
  • Free 30-day trial period.
  • Up to 40% savings on prescriptions.
  • Significant savings on mail order prescription drugs.
  • Up to 40% savings on frames, glasses and contact lenses.
  • Free access to Nurse Helpline.
  • Free access to Health Library and recorded health messages.
  • 24,000 participating pharmacies nationwide.
  • Quarterly savings statements.
  • Prescription discounts for your pets.
Auto Buying Service
 
  • Helps members purchase new vehicle at hundreds of dollars below typical dealer listings.
  • Helps members purchase used cars at their true value.
  • No charge to use this service.
  • Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Accident Insurance
 
  • Up to $100,000 in protection for loss of life, limb, eyesight.
  • Covered at home, at work, during recreation, on travel.
  • Family coverage available.
  • Guaranteed acceptance.
  • Low, low rates.
Discount Dental
 
  • Low Annual Fee
  • Discounts from a Network of Pre-approved Dental Service Providers
  • Use in Conjunction With Dental Insurance
  • Guaranteed Satisfaction
Life Insurance Protection
 
  • A group program for AFGE Locals (Death Benefit)
Online Training Center
 
  • Coursework at a 40% Discount From Retail Price
  • Courses in Office Skills, Personal Growth, Technical Skills, Computer Skills, IT and Programming

 

 

American Federation of Government Employees, AFL-CIO

Eugene Hudson, Jr., National Vice-President
504 W. Mission Ave, Suite 101, Escondido, CA 92025

Phone: (760) 233-7600 / Fax: (760) 233-7606

Arizona *** California *** Hawaii *** Nevada