View of a Retired Federal Employee – Importance of NARFE

NARFE, or the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and improving the pay and benefits of active and retired federal employees, their families, and survivors. It serves as a resource for the needs of the active and retired communities of the federal Civil Service and the United States Postal Service, advocating for their rights and providing guidance and education on complex federal benefits.

As a NARFE member and volunteer who has been active at the chapter and state federation level, as Chapter 422 Laurel president for seven years and as Secretary of the Maryland Federation of NARFE for 10 years, I can attest to the importance of the NARFE mission; its successful advocacy with Congress on behalf of its members; and the benefits of membership in the organization.

Since NARFE’s inception in 1921, its mission has been to defend and advance the earned pay and benefits of America’s civil servants. NARFE’s team of professional lobbyists continues to work tirelessly on behalf of the federal community. NARFE is a leading voice in Washington and across the country. Its national legislative program is advanced in Congress by a team of registered lobbyists backed by an informed network of grassroots activists in every state and congressional district, as well as a member-supported Political Action Committee.

NARFE continuously provides powerful representation and advocacy before Congress, the Office of Personnel Management and the White House. This is the latest example of NARFE’s successful advocacy on the Hill. On Sept. 10, the U.S. House of Representatives approved the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, which contains a provision to reinstate collective bargaining agreements and rights for civilian employees of the Department of Defense.

This is a critical time for federal employees and retirees, so you need to join NARFE if any of the following questions hit home to you. As a federal employee, are you feeling fed up? Are you concerned that your career and your family’s benefits are at risk? Do you want to protect your federal retirement you’ve earned? Are you concerned that Federal Service is under fire? How can you move to a civilian federal career with confidence? Do you feel like you are on your own as a fed? Who is fighting for you as a fed?

The need for NARFE is real. They are your strongest advocate. NARFE fights to protect your federal retirement. NARFE can help you navigate federal policy changes. NARFE is your strongest ally when it comes to your federal career and benefits. NARFE provides expert advice and answers you can trust. NARFE fights for federal employees and retirees. They have your back. You can connect and network with over 130,000 feds who understand.

NARFE is currently conducting a membership drive, which began September 1, and runs through December 31, 2025. Dues are $48 a year and FREE Chapter Membership is included. Amplify your voice with a powerful advocate. Fight back by joining NARFE. Visit www.NARFE.org/actnow  or call (844)-NARFE-NOW.

If you are already a NARFE member, this is the time to recruit new members.