Member Benefits

It is that time of year again for our VSP Open Enrollment! 

AFT-NH offers the VSP Vision benefit as a member benefit. Open enrollment begins Sept 25 and runs through Oct 23, 2023.  Open enrollment is for any AFT-NH member or retiree interested in joining the VSP Vision plan through AFT-NH. If you already get the VSP Vision benefit through AFT-NH, you do NOT need to sign up again, simply pay the invoice when it arrives in the mail in October! (If you are not sure whether you get VSP through AFT-NH or through your employer, look at your check stub. If you are paying through payroll deduction

2018 HONEY CASCIO SCHOLARSHIP,  AFT-NH, AFT, AFL-CIO

AFT-NH is proud to award two $1,000 scholarships for the 2018-2019 academic year. The scholarships will be offered to one graduating senior who has been accepted at an institution of higher learning, and to one continuing student at an accredited institution of higher learning for the 2018-2019 academic year.  Prior winners are ineligible. 

Applicant’s parent or guardian must be a current member of AFT-NH.  Winners will need to provide proof of enrollment (continuing or as a new student) for the 2017-18 academic year in order to receive their

AFT-NH is proud to award two $1,000 scholarships for the 2017-2018 academic year. The scholarships will be offered to one graduating senior who has been accepted at an institution of higher learning, and to one continuing student at an accredited institution of higher learning for the 2017-2018 academic year. 

Applicant’s parent or guardian must be a current member of AFT-NH.  Winners will need to provide proof of enrollment (continuing or as a new student) for the 2017-18 academic year in order to receive their scholarship check.  All applications must be postmarked by April 15, 2017.

Please mail the completed application and supporting documentation to:

AFT-NH

ATTN: SCHOLARSHIP

785 Route 3A, Unit 102

Ruggles IV

Bow, NH  03304

Please click the following link for a copy fo the application- 2017 AFT-NH HONEY CASCIO SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION.  Please feel free to photocopy this application for distribution. 

AFT-NH is pleased to offer a discounted BJ's membership for both current and new BJ's cardholders. This promotional offer is available from January 16th through January 30th.

Members who are interested in this discount can find more information in the flyer below along with the enrollment application.  A completed application should be mailed to the address provided on the enrollment application and not to AFT-NH.  Questions regarding this program should be directed to Mark Moynihan at mmoynihan@bjs.com.

BJ'S PROMOTIONAL FLYER

BJ'S ELECTRONIC APPLICATION

The American Federation of Teachers and AFT-NH have worked diligently creating relationships with many national and state-wide companies in order to provide you with benefits and discounts that will assist you in your professional and personal life.  There are many resources, money-saving discounts and services that can be extended to your family members as well.  All of the services listed are carefully monitored to ensure that members’ interests are protected.

Discounts

The following is a list of discounts available to members of AFT-NH:

·         Verizon Wireless (for active members)

·       ·  Water Country

·         Teleflora Flowers

·         New York Broadway Shows/Entertainment

           Garrison City HVACR, LLC- 10% discount (Click here for flyer.) 

Plus MUCH MORE!   In many cases, you will need to show your union membership card to receive discounts. 

VISION

AFT-NH offers the VSP Vision benefit as a member benefit. Open enrollment is Oct 5 through Oct 31, 2022.  Open enrollment is for any AFT-NH members interested in joining the VSP plan through AFT-NH. We also need all current AFT-NH VSP plan members to fill out the Open Enrollment form so we know you want to continue with the plan and so we have your most current contact information.

Now for some details! Our VSP Vision Benefit covers:

• an annual eye exam with only a $10 co-pay
• a $25 copay on eyeglasses
  • an allowance of $120 towards the cost of eyeglass frames/ elective contact lenses
  • discounts on lense coatings and enhancements (see example) 
• Essential medical eyecare to manage specific medical issues
• VSP has a wide network of participating eye doctors
• VSP eyeglass benefits can now be used at their online site Eyeconic
• for more information check out www.vsp.com

Here is an example of the savings on one pair of glasses from the savings calculator on the VSP website (based on the cost of a single member plan)! Remember your eye exam is also covered after the $10 copay for an in-network doctor!

Below are the rates for the new plan year, which starts Nov 1, 2022, and runs through Oct 31, 2023. There has been no decrease in what our plan provides - if anything it has added value as VSP is offering even more discounts and special offers through their website. We feel this is good value for your money, especially if you wear glasses or contact lenses. The entire amount is due in one payment by Oct 31, 2022 to be enrolled or renewed for Nov. 1st, 2022. To keep our cost low for administering plan enrollment and billing, we really need everyone to pay in full and on time by Oct 31. Make checks payable to AFT-NH VSP.

If you are interested in the AFT-NH VSP plan, fill out the attached open enrollment form and mail it to  (also for current members who are renewing their plans!)

AFT-NH

785 Route 3A Unit 102

Bow, NH

VSP ENROLLMENT FORM 2022

AFT BENEFITS & DISCOUNTS

OTHER MEMBER BENEFITS

•  Million Dollar Occupational Liability Policy
•   $5,000 AD&D Policy – AFT National
•  AFT-NH Workshops
•  AFT-NH Training
•  Scholarships for members and dependents
•  Union Representation
•  Legislative/Retirement Updates
•  Right to vote on union contracts
•  Right to have input in union matters and elect officers

AFT PLUS is the name of the member benefit programs available to AFT members and their families. Many of the programs are provided through Union Privilege, the benefit arm of the AFL-CIO; others are unique to AFT and are coordinated directly through AFT PLUS. Explore the site and learn more about the savings and services available to you as a union member.

Click here to learn more about AFT PLUS Member Benefits.

AFT-NH is proud to award two $1,500 scholarships for the 2022-23 academic year. The Cascio scholarship will be offered to one graduating senior who has been accepted at an institution of higher learning, while the Donovan scholarship will go to one continuing student at an accredited institution of higher learning for the 2022-2023 academic year.  Prior scholarship winners are ineligible. 

Applicant’s parent or guardian must be a current member of AFT-NH.  Winners will need to provide proof of enrollment (continuing or as a new student) for the 2022-2023 academic year in order to receive their scholarship check.  All applications must be postmarked by May 1, 2022.

You can download the application here:  2022 AFT-NH SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

AFT-NH is proud to award two $1,000 scholarships for the 2021-22 academic year. The Cascio scholarship will be offered to one graduating senior who has been accepted at an institution of higher learning, while the Donovan scholarship will go to one continuing student at an accredited institution of higher learning for the 2021-2022 academic year.  Prior scholarship winners are ineligible. 

Applicant’s parent or guardian must be a current member of AFT-NH.  Winners will need to provide proof of enrollment (continuing or as a new student) for the 2021-2022 academic year in order to receive their