MTA Benefits has been providing members with trusted benefit programs and discounts for more than 53 years. Since MTAB’s early days, quite a bit has changed.
MTA Benefits now offers more than 50 benefit programs and 650 local discounts. In addition, the way MTAB communicates with members has evolved. Email and social media have become the main methods, rather than traditional mailings.
If you’d like to receive MTAB’s monthly emailed newsletter, Savin’ Haven, you’ll first need to create an account on the MTAB website and check the box to receive email. MTAB is also active on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, where MTA members will find relevant news including the latest information on new discounts, offers for last-minute tickets to a variety of events, and much more. So if you don’t follow MTAB yet, start now!
The one thing that hasn’t changed over the past 53 years is MTAB’s commitment to providing members with valuable savings for such important milestones as a home purchase or the vacation of a lifetime — as well as for everyday items including free museum admission or discounted theater tickets.
Whether you’re new to the MTA or a veteran member, there are many things you may not know about MTA Benefits. MTAB options and programs are regularly updated. Take a look at the following list and find new ways you can save in 2022-2023!
- FREE webinars for members: Throughout the year, MTAB and its partners offer webinars on topics such as student loan debt repayment and forgiveness, financial planning, mental wellness and general MTAB savings and discounts.
- 200 FREE admissions and offers: The MTA Benefits Discount Directory offers members savings at hundreds of local businesses, including free admission to the Patriots Hall of Fame presented by Raytheon Technologies, the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill and the Sandwich Glass Museum.
- 350,000 nationwide discounts: Thanks to MTAB’s nationwide discount partner, Access, you can save at more than 350,000 retail shops, restaurants, entertainment and recreational venues and more, whether you’re at home or traveling.
- Choice for auto and homeowners’ insurance: Receive exclusive pricing from both Hanover Insurance and Liberty Mutual Insurance as members of the MTA — and if you have a pet, you can get a quote from Liberty Mutual for pet insurance.
- You have several mortgage options: If you’re purchasing a home or an investment property or looking for a renovation loan or a reverse mortgage, MTAB’s partners at New Fed Mortgage or Mid-Island Mortgage can help you through the process — and save you money.
- MTAB’s partner for office and classroom supplies has a new name: The discounts haven’t changed, but the name of the business has. Office Depot is now ODP Business Solutions, and it’s offering members the same great savings on all the essentials.
- Travel discounts: Whether you’re planning an all-inclusive tropical vacation or a road trip two hours from home, you’ll find great savings using MTAB’s travel programs. Discounts are available on car rentals, hotels, theme parks, vacation packages and more. Don’t forget travel insurance to protect your investment!
- NEW Virtual Behavioral Health program: Launched last winter, the MTA Benefits Virtual Behavioral Health program connects members with a licensed mental health therapist in less than 48 hours. There’s a $0 visit fee, follow-up visits are scheduled in less than 24 hours, and coverage is available for family members. This program is available through your MTA local association and not on an individual basis. If you’d like your local to offer this program, contact your local president.
- Disability insurance: If you belong to a local association that participates in MTAB’s disability insurance program, you’re eligible to enroll or make changes to the program during the open-enrollment period each spring. New members in a participating local can enroll within the first 60 days of their hire date.
- Financial planning assistance: From budgeting and investing to estate and retirement planning, Stacey Braun Associates can help you achieve your financial goals. For $140 per year, you’ll have access to three hours of financial planning services, written summaries and reports, password-protected access to Stacey Braun’s proprietary website, and more.
- Your family members are eligible as well: Share the savings with your family members by getting them a no-cost family membership. Complete the application form found at www.mtabenefits.com/family.
- Giveaways all year long: There are giveaways all year long. Start entering now!
Mark your calendar for MTAB gift card giveaways!
Through Sept. 19: $500 Visa gift card, two winners
October 17-24: $100 Dunkin’ gift card, three winners
December 5-12: $100 Visa gift card, three winners
February 6-13: $100 Stop & Shop gift card, three winners
April 10-17: $100 Lowe’s gift card, three winners
June 5-12: $100 Stop & Shop gift card, three winners
Register at mtabenefits.com and opt in for email to receive giveaway reminders.
Visit www.mtabenefits.com for more information on benefit programs, discounts and giveaways.
