Illinois Retired Teachers Association

Illinois Retired Teachers Association The purpose of the Illinois Retired Teachers Association is to work to maintain and improve benefits for annuitants of the Teachers' Retirement System (TRS).

Ready to map out your 2027 travel plans? 🗺️✈️The 2027 lineup of IRTA Unique Journeys by Boscov's Travel is officially li...
09/03/2026

Ready to map out your 2027 travel plans? 🗺️✈️

The 2027 lineup of IRTA Unique Journeys by Boscov's Travel is officially live, featuring three expertly curated itineraries packed with hand-picked inclusions, premium stays, and included roundtrip airfare.

🦞 Cape Cod & The Islands (June 2-8, 2027): Catch the ferry to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard, enjoy a traditional lobster dinner, and explore historic Boston.

👑 The Golden Triangle (September 23-October 2, 2027): Discover the imperial majesty, rich history, and vibrant cultures of Vienna, Prague, and Budapest during the beautiful autumn season.

🎄 Southern Charms Christmas (December 6-11, 2027): Take a cozy carriage ride through historic Charleston and soak in the festive holiday magic of Savannah's Christmas market.

Where's your next stop? Contact your Unique Journeys Travel Advisor to learn more and lock in your 2027 getaway: https://www.boscovstravel.com/irta/

🎉 40,000 voices. One mission.Thanks to educators like you, IRTA represents more than 40,000 retired teachers across Illi...
09/01/2026

🎉 40,000 voices. One mission.

Thanks to educators like you, IRTA represents more than 40,000 retired teachers across Illinois. That number isn’t just a milestone, it reflects the strength of our shared impact.

Every member helps strengthen our presence, protecting the pensions and healthcare benefits you’ve earned. Together, we make a difference. 💪

Not a member yet? Join the largest community of retired educators in Illinois.

Join today → https://www.irtaonline.org/membership/

🌟 IRTA is growing, and so are the ways we support our members! We're introducing a new Field Volunteer Organizer role, d...
08/30/2026

🌟 IRTA is growing, and so are the ways we support our members! We're introducing a new Field Volunteer Organizer role, designed to strengthen local chapters and deepen the connection between IRTA and the members it serves.

Want the full story on what this role means for your local unit?

Join our September Leadership Development Forum:
📅 September 15 | ⏰ 10:00 a.m.
🔗 Link to the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/93038576589

IRTA membership is about more than staying connected after retirement. ✨It's a way to protect the pension and healthcare...
08/28/2026

IRTA membership is about more than staying connected after retirement. ✨

It's a way to protect the pension and healthcare benefits you earned, stay informed on the issues that affect you, and remain part of a community that understands the value of a career in education.

Whether you retired last year or decades ago, there's a place for you here.

Learn more about membership:
https://www.irtaonline.org/membership/

The IRTA Foundation Fundraiser is still going strong. 🌼Your support keeps the Foundation able to offer assistance, resou...
08/24/2026

The IRTA Foundation Fundraiser is still going strong. 🌼

Your support keeps the Foundation able to offer assistance, resources, and relief to the retired educators who depend on it.

Every gift adds up. Thank you to everyone who has already contributed, and to everyone still considering it. 💛

Donate today:
https://www.irtaonline.org/foundation/donatetoday/

Happy National Senior Citizens Day!Whether you call yourself a senior citizen, retired, or simply young at heart, today ...
08/21/2026

Happy National Senior Citizens Day!

Whether you call yourself a senior citizen, retired, or simply young at heart, today is a celebration of the wisdom, experience, and contributions that make our communities stronger.

And because retirement should come with a few perks, IRTA members also enjoy access to valuable group discounts and member benefits designed to help you make the most of this chapter.

Love getting a good deal? Our AMBASavers Club has amazing deals!
Want to take an exciting vacation at a group rate? We can do that!

Check out our website for more information. www.irtaonline.org

Here's to staying active, staying connected, and proving that age is just another number. 💙

A small monthly gift keeps a big effort moving. 💵Through the IRTA PAC Club, members can continue supporting advocacy for...
08/21/2026

A small monthly gift keeps a big effort moving. 💵

Through the IRTA PAC Club, members can continue supporting advocacy for retired educators for as little as $1 a month — deducted right from your pension check.

Every contribution helps keep retired teachers' voices heard in Springfield. 📣

Join today:
https://www.irtaonline.org/pac/donate/

Today is National Nonprofit Day!We celebrate our own nonprofit organization making a lasting difference- the Illinois Re...
08/18/2026

Today is National Nonprofit Day!

We celebrate our own nonprofit organization making a lasting difference- the Illinois Retired Teachers Association Foundation.
The Foundation's goal is simple but meaningful: to assist teachers of the past, present, and future.

Since its founding, the IRTA Foundation has:
🍎 Assisted retired educators during times of need.
🎓 Awarded scholarships to aspiring teachers.
📚 Provided grants to educators to support innovative learning opportunities.

Every program reflects our commitment to honoring those who have dedicated their lives to education while investing in the future of the teaching profession.

🚨 Could you spot a scam before clicking, answering, or sharing information?Scammers often count on quick reactions, urge...
08/14/2026

🚨 Could you spot a scam before clicking, answering, or sharing information?

Scammers often count on quick reactions, urgent messages, and official-looking requests. During election season these messages can become harder to recognize.

Join our upcoming webinar, Senior Scams & Election Season Fraud to learn:
🔎 Common scams targeting seniors today
🗳️ Election-season tricks to watch out for
🔐 Simple ways to protect your personal information
✅ What to do if something feels suspicious

📅 August 20th | ⏰ 10:00 a.m. CST
🔗https://ambabenefits.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_my_qMYlfSlCXpyHyML16vw

"Thank you again to the IRTAF for the grant! I purchased everything I needed and am really excited to use this station o...
08/13/2026

"Thank you again to the IRTAF for the grant! I purchased everything I needed and am really excited to use this station on a daily basis in my classroom!" - Kristina Phelan of Milford Grade School

We love seeing our grant recipient's photos! Have a great school year!

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828 S 2nd Street
Springfield, IL
62704

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(800) 728-4782

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