Why an Indiana Retired Teachers Association (IRTA) Membership Makes Sense and Cents:
Representation and Advocacy: Your Voice Matters
With IRTA, you have a voice in the Indiana Legislature. Our dedicated lobbyist and executive director actively represent you, advocating soley for retired educators in the General Assembly. Through testimony and close engagement with legislators, we work to safeguard your pension benefits. You are part of over 60,000 retired Indiana Educators still making a difference throughout the state and in individual communities!
Our Executive Director also attends all Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS) Board meetings, ensuring that IRTA closely monitors decisions impacting your pension.
Pay it Forward with Our Foundation
Through the IRTA Foundation, we provide critical support for educators at every stage:
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Empowering Future Teachers: Our scholarship programs help future Indiana educators on their path to the classroom, easing financial burdens and supporting their goals.
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Enhancing Classrooms for Active Teachers: Through “Active Teacher Grants,” we award up to $500 to support classroom projects, ensuring teachers have resources to enrich their students’ learning.
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Supporting Retired Educators in Times of Need: The “A Hand UP” program offers retired teachers facing financial hardship a one-time grant of up to $1,000 to help with urgent needs.
Stay Connected with IRTA
Stay informed and connected with our resources:
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The Bulletin Board: This quarterly publication provides updates from IRTA leadership and covers key legislative news.
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Legislative Email Blasts: During legislative sessions, these emails keep you up-to-date with developments at the Statehouse.
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RetiredTeachers.org: Our website features updates on benefits, retirement planning, and legislative news.
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Social Media: Follow our Facebook page for the latest on benefits, events, and legislative issues.
Network With Others
Whether you’re in Indiana or beyond, IRTA offers meaningful ways to connect with fellow members:
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Representative Assembly: Our annual business meeting celebrates outstanding members and state award recipients, recognizing achievements within our community.
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Local Chapter Meetings: Members gather in local chapters across Indiana to share ideas, receive IRTA updates, and enjoy programs that keep them informed and engaged.
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Regional Workshops: These workshops provide in-depth updates on legislative issues, retirement benefits, and association news, along with strategies to increase membership and engage new members in IRTA’s mission.
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Connecting Virtually: Each January, we host “Connecting Virtually,” a special online workshop for our out-of-state members and those who prefer remote participation. This event is designed to keep all members informed, connected, and involved, no matter where they are.
IRTA is here to help all our members build connections, stay informed, and feel part of a vibrant, supportive community.
Get Benefits and Discounts
IRTA members have access to valuable benefits through AMBA and other partners:
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Insurance and Medical Benefits: Enjoy group rates on long-term care, Medicare supplements, cancer coverage, identity theft protection, and more.
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Hearing Aid Discounts: Through TruHearing, members receive discounts on hearing aids and annual screenings.
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Travel and Entertainment Savings: With our Passport Program through AMBA, access discounts on Broadway shows, Las Vegas vacations, Disney World, car rentals, and hotel stays.