“If you are a leader and no one is following, you’re just going for a walk.”
– Cecil E. Roberts
Preserve the Story. Power the Movement.
The Cecil E. Roberts Legacy Fund has been established to honor one of America’s most dynamic and militant labor leaders in our history. Born in a coal company house “15 miles up a holler” in West Virginia, Cecil Roberts rose from humble yet proud roots to become a powerful voice on behalf of coal miners and all workers throughout North America and the globe.
Contributions to the Fund are being accepted. Proceeds will go to the new Cecil E. Roberts Collection in Charleston, W.Va., and other efforts preserving and advancing the preservation of workers’ history and the impact of the Labor Movement on our families, communities and societies.
A Commemorative Book is being produced that will detail his remarkable life, with comments from national and international political, labor and social leaders; colleagues at the United Mine Workers of America; and ordinary workers and their families.
Donation Options
Check Donations
Prefer to give by mail? We gladly accept checks made payable to the Cecil E. Roberts Legacy Fund.
Please include your name, address, phone number, and email so we can properly acknowledge your gift and keep you updated on the impact of your support.
Your mailed gift helps preserve the legacy of labor and ensures future generations understand the power of solidarity.
Annual Supporter
Become a Legacy Member of the CER Fund.
Join our annual circle of supporters and help carry forward the story of one of America’s most powerful labor leaders. As a Legacy Member, you’ll receive:
- An exclusive Legacy Membership Card
- Our quarterly “Legacy Line” newsletter
- VIP invitations and early access to events, stories, and behind-the-scenes updates
Together, we’ll ensure the voice of labor never fades.
Credit Card
Prefer to make a one-time gift? You can make a secure credit card contribution to the Cecil E. Roberts Legacy Fund with just a few clicks.
Every donation—large or small—helps preserve the powerful story of one of America’s most iconic labor leaders and supports the ongoing work of documenting and celebrating workers’ history.
Your support fuels the future of the movement.
Note: The Cecil E. Roberts Legacy Fund has applied for IRS Code 501(c)3 status as a non-profit public benefit organization.
Major Sponsors!
Click here to view the full list of CER Legacy Sponsors.