The 2025 IAM International President’s Classic golf tournament was held at Fox Ridge Golf Club in Auburn, Maine, bringing together members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), labor allies, and supporters from across North America. The event raised over $150,000 for the Maine Museum of Innovation, Learning and Labor (Maine MILL).
The funds will support the rehabilitation of Maine MILL’s former Camden Yarns Mill and an addition that will become the museum’s permanent home. Construction has already started on the new facility in Lewiston, which is expected to open in summer 2026. The new space will include areas for permanent and temporary exhibitions, a classroom, children’s area, and a design lab.
“This event is about honoring the history of working people and giving back to the communities that raised us,” said IAM International President Brian Bryant. “Supporting Maine MILL means preserving the stories of the working class. As someone who grew up in Maine, this cause is close to my heart, and I couldn’t be prouder of what we accomplished together.”
Participants included dozens of teams who took part in golfing activities as well as raffles and giveaways. Leadership from both IAM Union and Maine MILL addressed attendees during the event.
Rachel Ferrante, Executive Director of Maine MILL, expressed gratitude for the support: “This incredible show of support from International President Bryant and the IAM Union will help us continue preserving and celebrating the legacy of Maine’s workers. We’re so grateful to everyone who participated and donated. Your generosity is making history.”
More than 50 organizations sponsored holes at the tournament. Top sponsors included several IAM offices such as IAM International President’s Office, IAM Eastern Territory, District 4, Local S6; Jones Granger Law Firm; Employee Benefit Systems Inc.; as well as silver sponsors like IAM Canadian Territory, Air Transport Territory, Southern Territory, Midwest Territory, Western Territory, Rail Division; Local 4; District 142; National Group Protection; American Income Life; Met Life Investment Management; and The Kelly Companies.
Maine MILL aims to serve as a cultural hub fostering curiosity and lifelong learning while strengthening community ties.
