Reaching for the Stars When You Participate in the 2007 Csecc You Become a Star!
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Donor Resource Guide Reaching for the Stars when you participate in the 2007 csecc you become a star! california state employees charitable campaign www.csecc.org “Every contribution is a step toward making someone’s life a little bit brighter. You have the chance to become someone’s star when you join Maria and me during the 2007 California State Employees Charitable Campaign and donate to your favorite charity.” Arnold Schwarzenegger Governor of California 2007 California State Employees Charitable Campaign Chair Fifty Years California State Employees Charitable Campaign 1957 Chair’sChair’s MessageMessage Dear Fellow State Employees, I am excited and honored to be chairman of the 2007 California State Employees Charitable Campaign. We raised more than $7.7 million for thousands of fantastic charities last year, and all of our volunteers and donors did a wonderful job. This year, I’m looking forward to an even bigger total. California has always been a leader in generosity and compassion, and now is our chance to show our support for all the charities that need our help. By fi lling out a simple form, we can give to worthwhile causes that do great work in our communities and around the world. When I came to America many years ago, I was impressed with the kindness of the people here in California. This campaign has been a huge success since 1957, so please join me as we continue to celebrate our 50-year tradition of making a difference. Arnold Schwarzenegger Governor 2007 CSECC Chair 2 TableTable ofof ContentsContents United Way Organizations (PCFDs) .............. 8 Earth Share of California ..............................................................38 United Way of the Bay Area ............................................................8 Educate America! ..........................................................................39 United Way of Butte and Glenn Counties ....................................11 Global Impact ................................................................................40 United Way California Capital Region ..........................................12 Health and Medical Research Charities of America ....................40 United Way of the East Valley .......................................................14 Health Care and Medical Research Alliance ................................42 United Way of Fresno County .......................................................15 Hispanic United Fund ...................................................................42 United Way of Imperial County .....................................................16 Human and Civil Rights Organizations of America .....................42 Inland Empire United Way ............................................................16 Human Care Charities of America ................................................43 United Way of Kern County ..........................................................16 Jewish Charities of America ..........................................................43 United Way of Greater Los Angeles ..............................................17 Local Independent Charities of America ......................................43 United Way of Merced County ......................................................19 Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade ...............................................45 United Way of Monterey County ...................................................20 Metropolitan Arts Partnership .....................................................45 Nevada County United Way ..........................................................21 Military, Veterans & Patriotic Service Organizations of America .. 46 Orange County United Way ...........................................................21 Neighbor to Nation........................................................................46 Palo Verde United Way ..................................................................23 Sports Charities USA .....................................................................48 United Way of San Luis Obispo County .......................................23 Women, Children and Family Service Charities of America ........48 United Way Silicon Valley .............................................................23 United Way of Sonoma-Mendocino-Lake .....................................25 Independent Charitable Organizations ........ 49 United Way of Tulare County ........................................................27 United Way of Ventura County .....................................................27 Yuba-Sutter United Way ................................................................28 Notice and Disclaimer Federations and Member Organizations ...... 29 Each donor is encouraged to independently review information about the charities they select. The Victim Compensation and Government American Federation for the Performing Arts .............................29 Claims Board has found these charities eligible to receive designated deductions based on certifications that the charities comply with America’s Charities .......................................................................29 statutory requirements. The Board does not independently investigate Animal Charities of America .........................................................30 the charities other than to verify their Federal Tax exempt status and review their self-certifications of compliance with applicable California Arts Council Silicon Valley ............................................................31 Department of Fair Employment and Housing Regulations. The Board’s determination is not an endorsement of any particular charity. Asian Pacific Community Fund ....................................................31 If you have any questions regarding this matter, please reference the Bay Area Black United Fund, Inc. ................................................31 name of your PCFD, when you call or write. If you wish to contact Cancer Cure of America: Care, Understand, Research & End .....32 Marlene Dederick, Campaign Coordinator, please call (916) 491-3737. Children’s Charitable Alliance ......................................................32 Children’s Charities of America ....................................................32 Children’s Medical Charities of America ......................................34 Christian Charities USA ................................................................34 Christian Community Charities ....................................................34 Combined Health Appeal of Central California ...........................34 Community Health Charities of California ...................................35 Conservation/Preservation Charities of America .........................37 Do Unto Others: America’s Emergency Relief, Development and Outreach Charities ..........................................37 3 California State Employees Charitable Campaign (CSECC) The California State Employees Charitable Campaign (CSECC) was established in 1957 to provide a single charitable fund raising drive in the State community. During the fall, each state employee is given a payroll deduction pledge form and a Donor Resource Guide listing the participating charitable organizations. The California Victim Compensation and Government Claims Board screens these nonprofi ts to ensure their eligibility but does not endorse them in any way. State employees may also donate to any 501c3 nonprofi t even if they are not listed in the Donor Resource Guide. Quick facts about CSECC: What is a Federation? • By law, each employee will receive a payroll deduction pledge form A federation is a group of nonprofi ts under one “umbrella.” Most federa- and a list of agencies approved by the Victim Compensation and tions (as noted in the Table of Contents) and their member organiza- Government Claims Board (VCGCB). tions have a common focus such as the environment, children’s issues, • The VCGCB selects the organization (PCFD) best qualifi ed to manage health and human services, or medical research. the CSECC in a designated geographical area. Your Giving Options • CSECC maintains one of the lowest administrative costs, 18% or below. The VCGCB approves these administrative costs on an annual • Designate — You can give to any 501c3 nonprofi t by fi lling out the basis. For a complete list of administrative fees see page 6. designation portion of the pledge form. The agency does not have to be listed in this brochure. What is a PCFD? • Give to Your Local PCFD — Your gift impacts local community issues Annually the California Victim Compensation and Government Claims identifi ed by volunteers at the PCFD. Board approves a number of nonprofi ts to coordinate the workplace giv- ing campaign for each of the 31 regions. These organizations are known Five Reasons to Give to the California State Employees as Principal Combined Fund Drive (PCFD) Agencies and are traditional- Charitable Campaign (CSECC) ly local United Ways. The Victim Compensation and Government Claims 1. Variety — The CSECC offers hundreds of choices. And since you can Board authorizes these PCFD Agencies to deduct the administrative and give to any 501c3 nonprofi t agency, there’s a choice for everyone. fundraising costs incurred while managing the campaign. 2. Convenience — Payroll deduction makes giving easy and automatic. Approved PCFDs are listed on page 6 of this guide. 3. Tax Deductible — Your gift is a tax deduction! The bigger the gift, the Why was your local United Way chosen as the