Locals and districts of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Midwest Territory will sponsor a “Salute to the Military” hockey game featuring the Quad City Storm on Saturday, November 8, 2025. The event will take place at Vibrant Arena in Moline, Illinois.
The IAM Union Hockey Night will include activities such as Chuck-a-Puck, a live player jersey auction, and tributes to veterans. All proceeds from the event will go to Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines (GDA | TLC), which is supported by the IAM Union.
Ahead of the game, supporters are invited to participate in a Paint the Ice event on Monday, November 3. This allows individuals to have a veteran’s name painted on the ice as a form of recognition for their service.
IAM District 6 and several local unions are sponsoring this event. Checks for sponsorship should be made payable to GDA with “Hockey Game” noted in the memo line and sent to IAM District 6 at 2000 Walker Street, Suite J, Des Moines, IA 50317.
IAM Union Veteran Services, District 6, Locals 1728, 1010, 388, and 1191 are listed as Goalie Sponsors. Wingman Sponsors include Locals 254, 821, 1526, 1293, 1045, 1238, and 31.
