The survivor and death benefits provided by the Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund are an important part of your family’s financial future. Understanding these benefits can bring you and your loved ones comfort and peace of mind.

The Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund (CTPF) provides survivor and death benefits which include:

• a survivor pension payable to a member's eligible spouse and/or eligible child(ren)
• a lump-sum death benefit payable to a member's designated beneficiaries or estate
• a refund of excess contributions payable to a member's designated beneficiaries or estate

 

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