Why should I join the IPFA ?

The IPFA is a non for profit organization and independent of any labor organizations. The IPFA is a strong voice for firefighter's pension benefits in Springfield. Pension benefits that are determined by Illinois Statute and are not negotiable under union contracts.

What has the IPFA done lately?

The IPFA was very instrumental in getting legislation passed for increasing annual pension benefits from 2% to 2 1/2% per year for each year worked over 20 years and increasing the maximum benefit from 65% to 75% after 30 years.

What if I have a specific question about my pension benefits?

Members have a couple different options. You can click on "contact us" and send your question(s) in an email to the IPFA, or you can call the IPFA office at 630-833-2405. There is a vast wealth of knowledge and experience among the IPFA and its members and we will soon have an IPFA "Members Only Area" where you can exchange information.

Is there any benefit if our whole department joins the IPFA?

Yes, there is a group dues discount program. Any department with 5 or more full-time employees is eligible to take advantage of IPFA's Group Dues Billing Program. This program provides a 10% dues discount to the departments that participate. Call the IPFA office for more information.

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