It’s that time of the year again when families get together for backyard grilling, warm weather, and fireworks. Unions and the idea of independence go hand-in-hand as workers gain more freedom and a voice by organizing their workplaces. With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of union-made July 4th essentials so that you can support ethical companies that treat workers fairly while you shop for your July 4th get-together.

Beer

Budweiser (IBT, IAM)
Beck’s (IAM)
Coors (IUOE, IBT)
Michelob (IAM, IUOE, IBT)
Miller Genuine Draft (UAW, IAM, IUOE, IBT)
Stella Artois (IAM)

Soft Drinks

Coca-Cola (UAW)
7 Up (BCTGM)
A&W (BCTGM)
Dr. Pepper (UFCW, UAW)

Coolers

Rubbermaid (IBEW)

Sunscreen

Bain de Soleil (AFGE)
Coppertone (IBT)

Hot Dogs

Ball Park (UFCW, IBT)
Hebrew National (IBT, UFCW)
Hormel (IBT)
Oscar Mayer (UFCW, IBT)

Ice Cream

Good Humor (IBT)

Snacks

Cheez-It (BCTGM)
Fritos (BCTGM)
Mission Tortilla Chips (IBT)
Ritz (BCTGM)
Ruffles (BCTGM)
Sun Chips (BCTGM, IBT)
Triscuit (BCTGM)
Wheat Thins (BCTGM, IBT)