By having a combined campaign for many charities, administrative costs for charities decrease dramatically. Overall, the cost for operating the campaign has been under 15 percent, but as the campaign participation and giving continues to grow, the operating cost will be reduced. To participate in the SECC, a charitable organization must meet some strict but fair standards. These standards were established, by legislation, to protect Texas state employees. The State Policy Committee, a group of state employees who oversee the administration of the SECC, sets campaign policy, determines eligibility for applicant charities and monitors the campaign activities.
Payroll deduction is convenient.
It allows you the ability to have your gift deducted in small amounts from your paycheck each pay period. Through payroll deduction, you can afford to be more generous because it spreads your contribution out over a year's time. Payroll deduction provides nonprofit charities with a steady income over the year. This is critical in planning and implementing successful programs and in providing assistance when and where needed. If your state agency does not currently have payroll deduction, you are welcome to make a tax-deductible contribution to the charity of your choice with cash, check or bank draft made payable to the State Employee Charitable Campaign.