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 identified as the IAM Union’s preferred charity.
Ahead of the game, a Paint the Ice event is scheduled for Monday, November 3. This event allows supporters to have a veteran’s name painted on the ice in recognition of their service.
Sponsorship for the event is organized by IAM Union Veteran Services, District 6, Locals 1728, 1010, 388, and 1191 as Goalie Sponsors. Additional support comes from Locals 254, 821, 1526, 1293, 1045, 1238, and 31 as Wingman Sponsors.
Checks for sponsorship should be made payable to GDA with “Hockey Game” in the memo line and sent to IAM District 6 at their Des Moines address.
