The AFTR chapter has organized several standing committees. At luncheons members often bring items such as foodstuffs, books, school supplies, etc. for those less fortunate.
The Contributions Committee distributes these charitable contributions. Sylvia Borne is the chairperson. Sylvia has also spear-headed AFTR of NJ's volunteerism at the Food Bank in Hillside.
The Sunshine Committee responds to the personal needs and misfortunes of the members. Maddy Spitz is the chair.
In conjunction with the retirees of the Newark Teachers Union, the Trips Committee has offered a series of trips and access to various activities' websites. Viviane Levy is our liaison with Diane Guerino of the Newark group.
- Ray Peterson is the chairperson of the Nominating Committee
- Pete Lamprakos is serving as chairperson of the Legislative Committee.
- Linda Duke is not only the Treasurer of AFTR but she also is chairperson of Membership. She, Carol Dragon, Mary Hamfeldt and Terri Arico conduct the annual financial review.
- Jim Dougherty (webmaster), Board members Duke, Hartkopf and Millie Juchnik (editors of newsletter) and Dottie Gutenkauf all help "spread the news" to AFTR members.
- Vice President Ilene Zelkin chairs the luncheons and program committee.
- Recently an Action Committee has been formed. Viviane Levy is the committee chairperson.