Tacoma Chapter Society For Financial Awareness

We met Julia, a Washington State educator and DRS member, who felt overwhelmed by t. At our Retirement Masterclass seminar, she learned how to correct contribution timing and get clearer benefit estimates, which turned uncertainty into a concrete next step. Are you an educator navigating the same choices? Join us to get practical guidance, ask your questions, and leave with a plan you can trust. Learn more and with a retirement coach: https://wix.to/v2LQdYh

Educators of Washington State — are you ready to make retirement clearer and less stressful? At RetireReady Washington, we’ll show you two simple planning steps that pair your DRS benefits with your 403 (b) and 457 to sharpen your income projections, Social Security, and health care. Schedule time with a retirement coach here. Link: https://wix.to/L62Hq4z

It was an absolute pleasure to spend time with the incredible educators from Custer Elementary School in Lakewood! A huge congratulations to all the new retirees – thank you for your dedicated years of service in teaching! Enjoy your ENCORE YEARS! 🍎📚

We’re hosting a free Retirement Masterclass — Happy Hour edition — just for educators and DRS members in South Puget Sound. Join us May 13, 2026, 5:30–7:30 PM at SOFA Training Center (University Place) for practical, straightforward guidance on retirement planning and deferred compensation programs — no sales pitch, just clear information.

Have questions about retirement readiness or benefits? Bring them along. We’ll walk through strategies, common challenges, and next steps in a relaxed, supportive setting. Space is limited, so save your spot and connect with colleagues over light refreshments.

Reserve your seat and learn more: https://wix.to/M4s199m 🍷📘💬

Spring DRS Retirement Seminars

Spring LIVE DRS Retirement Seminars

Educators of South Puget Sound—join us at SOFA Tacoma | Gig Harbor for a free, no‑obligation retirement workshop designed just for you. We’ll walk through DRS options, explain educator‑specific considerations, and send you home with three concrete next steps to strengthen your plan. As a nonprofit educational partner, SOFA is here to help you feel confident about retirement decisions. RSVP and learn more: https://wix.to/5nUSTgu 📚🤝📍

Join us at the Fife Library for “Women Approaching Retirement & Beyond!” — a practical lunch & learn for teachers covering DRS pension, TIAA, Social Security, and more. Whether you’re planning now or nearing retirement, get clear, actionable info in a welcoming setting. Date: March 28, 2026 | Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: Tacoma Public Library - Fife Library (6622 20th St E, Fife, WA) Bring your questions — lunch provided. Reserve your spot and learn how to make confident choices for retirement: https://wix.to/ioTcFNP 😊📚🍽️

Start the year informed: free retirement planning seminar for South Puget Sound educators! 📘💡 Learn practical financial tips, and enjoy a no-sales, educator-focused session hosted by nonprofit SOFA. Seats are limited—register now for Tacoma and Gig Harbor educators: https://wix.to/7Dyo2qk 📅✅

CALLING ALL EDUCATORS!!!
Join us for an enlightening evening at the Gig Harbor Pierce County Library on December 18, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM, and learn the crucial steps for a seamless retirement. Don’t miss this opportunity to plan for retirement with confidence! 🍽️📖 Click below to reserve your spot today!