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SERVING our COUNTRY
SUPPORTING our COMMUNITY
It’s who we are. It’s what we do.
2014 Coastal Georgia Combined Federal
Campaign
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Thank you!
Thank you for your past and future
contributions to the campaign. Through
your generosity, non-profit organizations
across the nation and around the world
have the funds they need to support those
in need and improve the lives of countless
others.
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What is the CFC? The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) is the world's
largest and most successful annual workplace charity
campaign, with almost 200 CFCs throughout the country
and overseas.
The CFC provides an authorized platform through which
federal employees may contribute to charitable
organizations
Pledges made by Federal civilian, postal and military
donors during the campaign season (September 1st to
December 15th) support eligible non-profit organizations
that provide health and human service benefits
throughout the world.
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Coastal Georgia CFC The Coastal Georgia CFC raised more than $477,000 in
2013 to support charities that provide life-enriching and
life-saving programs for people and communities locally,
across the nation, and around the world.
100 local charities are participating in the 2014 CFC, in
addition to nearly 2,400 national and international
organizations.
Our campaign includes all federal agencies located in a 17
county territory. Agencies include US Army, Postal
Service, Federal Civilian, and other DoD.
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Inclusion in the CFC Every non-profit organization wishing to be included in
the CFC Charity List must complete an application and be
approved by a committee of federal employees
Application criteria include:
• Demonstration of health/human welfare benefit
• Description of services rendered
• Proof of 501(c)(3) status
• IRS Form 990
• Audited Financial Statements (if applicable)
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History of the CFC
Prior to the 1950's, on-the-job fundraising in the federal workplace was an uncontrolled free-for-all
In 1961 President Kennedy signed an executive order creating “combined” campaigns to uniform and streamline the process for solicitation of charitable donations
By 1964 there was a favorable response to the program; in some cities as much as a 120% increase in participation
By 1971 all campaigns had become "combined." President Nixon announced on March 3, 1971, that the CFC would be the uniform fundraising method for the federal service
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Today there are over 20,000 charities participating in the CFC worldwide
Since its creation in 1961 the CFC has raised over $7 billion for charities
The US Office of Personnel Management (OPM) implements campaign rules and regulations and oversees the program
New approaches and technologies continue to be created to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the campaign
CFC Directors and staff members across the country meet to train, discuss best practices, and share techniques in an annual conference
The CFC Today
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How to donate to the CFCThese are the options for donating to the CFC. Employees can search for charities in the 2014 Charity Brochure or at www.cfccoastalga.org
Paper Pledge FormDonor completes a paper pledge form and turns in to the keyworker
Payroll Deduction
Cash or Check
Online GivingDonor visits www.cfccoastalga.org, logs in or registers, then follows step-by-step instructions
Payroll Deduction
Credit/Debit Card
Universal Giving
Donors can chose as many charities as they’d like to contribute to
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How to fill out paper pledge formAmount Deducted Per
Pay Period
One-time Amount
Total Annual Amount
Total Annual Amount
CFC CodeSocial Security #
(Only if Payroll Deduction)
Optional Release of Donor Info Signature if Payroll Deduction
Appreciation Award Level
Donor Info
Complete your pledge form and turn it in to your keyworker
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How to pledge online
Click Here!
www.cfccoastalga.org
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How to pledge online (cont.)
Log in
Register
Complete your online pledge then let your keyworker know you donated!
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Frequently Asked Questions Is there a minimum donation? Yes. Payroll minimum = $1 per pay period; Credit Card = $5
Who should I make my check payable to? Coastal Georgia CFC
Will a charity receive more money if I give to them directly?
Not typically. It costs approximately 8% to raise and process a CFC donation; average charitable fundraising costs are higher than that
Is there a limit to how many charities I can support? No. Donors can pledge to as many organizations as they wish to
What is the relationship between United Way and the CFC? United Way of the Coastal Empire is the Principal Combined Fund Organization (PCFO) for the Coastal Georgia CFC. Acting as fiscal agent, United Way covers the upfront campaign costs, which are later reimbursed, and supports, sponsors, and oversees local CFC operations. United Way is also a participating charity; CFC Code 89347.
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Important Dates
2014 CFC Campaign Period September 1st – December 15th
Downtown United Way/ CFC Kickoff Thursday, September 4rd ,11:45a-1p Ft. Stewart CFC Charity Fair Kickoff Tuesday, September 16th , 11a-1p Jordan Gym Hunter Army Airfield CFC Kickoff Thursday, September 18th , 11a-1p Tominac Fitness Center
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Contact Information
SFC Darren Lewis SGT Rob Best SGT Chris Avevedo912-651-7784 912-651-7793 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Staff:
CFC Loaned Associates:
Katie GuardinoDirector912-651-7717 [email protected]
Meosha Scott Coordinator 912-651-7708 [email protected]
www.cfccoastalga.org
2014 Coastal Georgia CFC
1 September – 15 December
Thank you!