Louisville-area businesses and organizations are showing support to striking Ford workers by donating food and other items. The workers, represented by UAW Local 862, are on strike and do not receive a paycheck from Ford. They rely on the UAW's strike fund for income. Many businesses and community groups understand the importance of these workers to the local community and have stepped up to help. Some of the businesses that have donated include a locally owned pizza company, a gym chain, and a union group associated with Louisville Slugger. These donations provide much-needed support to the striking workers as negotiations between Ford and the UAW continue. [d3703d79]