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H Reaching for the Stars… Continuing the Legacy www.csecc.org “You have the opportunity to brighten lives with your generosity to your favorite charities. Join Maria and me and become someone's star by participating in the 2008 California State Employees Charitable Campaign.” donor resource guide resource donor A RN OLD S CHWARZENEGGER Governor of California 2008 California State Employees Charitable Campaign Chair H H Chair’s Message H Dear Fellow State Employees, It is a big thrill to be back as chairman of the 2008 California State Employees Charitable Campaign. I enjoyed last year’s campaign so much that I couldn’t wait to get started again. Together, we raised $8.7 million for our favorite charities. I am proud to say this was the most we’ve ever raised and the biggest annual increase in the history of the campaign. It was truly a fantastic year, and working with so many wonderful and compassionate volunteers was a tremendous inspiration. In fact, my belief that Californians are the most generous people in the world is stronger than ever, and I know that we can set the bar even higher this year. Thank you for all of your great work, and I look forward to another record-breaking campaign. Arnold Schwarzenegger Governor 2008 CSECC Chair 2 H California State Employees Charitable Campaign H Table of Contents H United Way Organizations (PCFDs) .....................9 America’s Charities ........................................................... 33 Arrowhead United Way ........................................................ 9 Animal Charities of America .............................................. 34 United Way of the Bay Area ................................................. 9 Arts Council Silicon Valley ..................................................35 United Way of Butte & Glenn Counties ................................12 Asian Pacific Community Fund of Southern California ..........35 United Way California Capital Region ..................................13 Bay Area Black United Fund, Inc. ....................................... 36 Central County United Way .................................................15 Cancer Cure of America: Care, Understand, Research & End 36 United Way of the Desert ....................................................15 Children’s Charitable Alliance ........................................... 36 Desert Communities United Way.........................................16 Children’s Charities of America ......................................... 36 United Way of the East Valley .............................................16 Children’s Medical Charities of America ............................. 38 United Way of Fresno County ..............................................16 Christian Charities USA ..................................................... 38 United Way of Humboldt County .........................................17 Christian Community Charities .......................................... 39 United Way of Imperial County ............................................17 Combined Health Appeal of Central California .................... 39 Inland Empire United Way ..................................................18 Community Health Charities of California ........................... 39 United Way of the Inland Valleys .........................................18 Conservation/Preservation Charities of America .................41 United Way of Kern County, Inc. ..........................................18 Do Unto Others: America’s Emergency Relief, United Way of King County .................................................19 Development and Outreach Charities ..............................41 United Way of Greater Los Angeles .....................................19 Educate America! .............................................................. 42 United Way of Merced County ............................................ 22 Environmental Federation of California .............................. 42 United Way of Monterey County ......................................... 22 Global Impact ................................................................... 43 United Way of Nevada County ........................................... 23 Health and Medical Research Charities of America ............. 44 United Way of Northern California ..................................... 23 Health Care and Medical Research Alliance ........................ 45 Orange County United Way ................................................ 24 Hispanic United Fund ........................................................ 45 Palo Verde United Way ...................................................... 25 Human and Civil Rights Organizations of America .............. 46 United Way San Diego County ........................................... 25 Human Care Charities of America ...................................... 46 United Way of San Joaquin County ..................................... 27 Jewish Charities of America ............................................... 47 United Way of San Luis Obispo County ............................... 28 Local Independent Charities of America ............................. 47 United Way Silicon Valley .................................................. 29 Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade ..................................... 49 United Way of Stanislaus County ....................................... 30 Metropolitan Arts Partnership (MAP) ................................. 49 United Way of Tulare County .............................................. 30 Military, Veterans & Patriotic Service Organizations of United Way of Ventura County ............................................31 America ........................................................................ 50 United Way of the Wine Country (formerly United Way of Neighbor to Nation ........................................................... 50 Sonoma-Mendocino-Lake) ............................................. 32 Partners for a Better World ................................................51 Yuba-Sutter United Way .................................................... 33 Sports Charities USA ........................................................ 52 Women, Children and Family Service Charities of America .. 52 Federations and Member Organizations ..........33 American Federation for the Performing Arts ...................... 33 Independent Charitable Organizations ............53 Notice and Disclaimer Each donor is encouraged to independently review information about the charities they select. The Victim Compensation and Government Claims Board has found these charities eligible to receive designated deductions based on certifications that the charities comply with statutory requirements. The Board does not independently investigate the charities other than to verify their Federal Tax exempt status and review their self-certifications of compliance with applicable California Department of Fair Employment and Housing Regulations. The Board’s determination is not an endorsement of any particular charity. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please reference the name of your PCFD, when you call or write. If you wish to contact Marilyn Louie, Campaign Coordinator, please call (916) 491-3726. H California State Employees Charitable Campaign (CSECC) H The California State Employees Charitable Campaign (CSECC) was established in 1957 to provide a single charitable fundraising event throughout the state. During the fall, State employees are given an opportunity to participate in the campaign. Employees are provided a payroll deduction pledge form as well as access to a Donor Resource Guide, which lists the participating charitable organizations. The California Victim Compensation and Government Claims Board (VCGCB) screens these nonprofits to ensure their eligibility, but does not endorse them in any way. In addition, State employees may also donate to any 501(c)(3) nonprofit of their choice, even if their preferred organization is not listed in the Donor Resource Guide. Quick Facts about CSECC: Your Giving Options By law, each State employee will receive a payroll deduction H Designate — You can give to any 501(c)(3) nonprofit(s) of pledge form as well as access to a list of agencies approved by your choice even if your preferred agency is not listed in the the VCGCB. Donor Resource Guide simply by completing the write-in designation portion of the pledge form. The VCGCB selects the organization best qualified to H Give to Your Local PCFD — Your gift impacts local community manage the CSECC in a designated geographical area. These issues identified by volunteers at the PCFD Agency. organizations are known as Principal Combined Fund Drive (PCFD) Agencies. Why Should I Give to the California State Employees Charitable Campaign? What is a PCFD? H Variety — CSECC offers hundreds of choices and since you can Annually, the VCGCB approves a number of nonprofits to give to any 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency, there is a choice for coordinate the workplace giving campaign for each of the 31 everyone. regions. These organizations are known as PCFD Agencies and H Convenience — Payroll deduction makes giving easy and are traditionally local United Ways. There are 31 PCFD Agencies allows you the ability to have your gift deducted in small included in the 2008 CSECC. amounts. Furthermore, it provides nonprofit charities with a steady income throughout the year to assist in the planning Why was your local United Way selected as the PCFD Agency for and implementation