Moving away from NYC?
Moving out of the New York City area? Make sure you update your phone number and address with the UFT Membership Department and the Teachers' Retirement System. Here's how.
Retirees stand up for workers
The Labor Solidarity Project connects RTC members with opportunities to support the labor movement as a whole. Members boost unionized workers' spirits, showing up on the picket lines in support of unionized workers as varied as those for theater...
UFT enhances SHIP benefits
UFT retirees who are enrolled in the union’s Supplemental Health Insurance Program (SHIP) will now enjoy improved dental benefits and some much-needed relief from health insurance plan copays.
Steps survivors must take after a UFT retiree dies
What to do after a UFT retiree dies? Here is a checklist of the steps a surviving spouse or beneficiary should take to receive all the benefits they are due.
Unleashing hope in his community
Retired teacher David Ginsberg brings "hope to anyone and everyone" in his Asheville, North Carolina, community with the help of Chula, the 2-1/2-year-old dog he has trained since she was a puppy to be a therapy dog. The trainer and his dog are...
Your vote counts
This year, 2025, is an election year for both our city and our union. Retired Teachers Chapter Leader Bennett Fischer encourages retirees to education themselves about all the candidates and then get out and vote.
Staten Island Canasta Tournament
Are you competitive? If so, join us at the UFT’s Staten Island Canasta Tournament, which is returning after five years. Register with a partner or spouse and become our UFT canasta champs! Please bring your own cards and tray. There will be prizes, refreshments and fun.
RTC General Membership Meeting
Register to attend the next meeting of the UFT Retired Teachers Chapter. Attendees will hear the latest information about important issues facing our chapter and the union. Registration will be available shortly.
RTC General Membership Meeting
Register to attend the next meeting of the UFT Retired Teachers Chapter. Attendees will hear the latest information about important issues facing our chapter and the union. Registration will be available shortly.
1099 tax forms
Looking for your TRS 1099 tax forms? Here is when to expect them.