Frequently Asked Questions

General FAQs

What are the dates of the Campaign?

Annually October 1- October 31.

Which federation is the lead federation this year?

CHC - Creating Healthier Communities.

Who is my Department Chair?

Check the Campaign Department Chair List.

What is the overhead percentage (Administrative Costs) for each federation?

Each charity overhead is as follows:

America's Best Local Charities: 1.6%
Creating Healthier Communities (CHC): 15%
EarthShare: 12.5%
Global Impact: 3%
United Way California Capital Region: 15%
Donor Choice/Write In Fee: 15%

Are all organizations listed in the Employee Giving Campaign Brochure confirmed 501©(3)s?

Yes. See the Employee Giving Campaign Brochure.

Who is the employees' point of contact for questions regarding the campaign?

The employees’ point of contact regarding the Employee Giving Campaign is always the Department Chair. The Department Chair's point of contact is the Loaned Executive.

Will temporary (seasonal) employees be able to donate through payroll deductions?

Temporary employees (seasonal) work intermittent hours and therefore do not have the ability to contribute a set amount per pay period. The deductions in COMPASS are set to deduct every pay period (except for the third pay check of the month). If they would like to contribute, they can make a one-time donation through the CHC Impact using a debit/credit card.

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