UW COMBINED FUND DRIVE 2011

ABOUT THE CAMPAIGN

CFD FAQ

• Why should I give through the Combined Fund Drive?
• Can I give to my own department fund through the Combined Fund Drive?
• If my favorite charity isn't listed, can I still give?
• What does the "%" after the charity name mean?
• Who do I make my check out to?
• Are CFD contributions tax-deductible?
• Can I continue to give to the CFD upon retirement?
• Can courtesy appointees, hourly/temporary employees, students, and non-UW employees give to the CFD?

Why should I give through the Combined Fund Drive?
Charities appreciate workplace giving programs because they are one of the most inexpensive forms of fundraising and one of the largest sources of income. The quarterly distribution allows charities to budget more effectively knowing they have a steady stream of income throughout the year. See more benefits of giving through the Combined Fund Drive.

Can I give to my own department fund through the Combined Fund Drive?
Yes, you can give to any UW program through the Combined Fund Drive. You can find a current listing via the Make a Donation page or write in your own favorite fund.

If my favorite charity isn't listed, can I still give?
If you do not see your charity listed in the search engine on the State CFD site, you may refer them to the Charity & Federations page on the state CFD site for information about applying to the campaign. Once your charity has applied and been assigned a charity code, you may make a pledge.

What does the "%" number after the charity name mean?
This is the charity's administrative fee percentage, relative to its fundraising, as reported to the Internal Revenue Service.

To whom do I make out my check?
Please make checks payable to Combined Fund Drive.

Are CFD contributions tax-deductible?
Combined Fund Drive contributions are tax-deductible. Gifts made through payroll deduction will appear on your W-2. This information is also available through Employee Self Service. A donation by personal check is tax-deductible in the year the check is written. A copy of the pledge form is also required by the IRS.

Can I continue to contribute to the CFD upon retirement?
Yes! UWRP and DRS retirees may still give to their favorite charities.

Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) retirees may give to their favorite charities through monthly deductions from their retirement check. For more information about this convenient method of giving, please contact the state CFD office at 360-664-6805 or e-mail cfd@dop.wa.gov.

University of Washington Retirement Plan (UWRP) Retirees may give to their favorite charities by personal check. Print and fill out a giving form, attach your check, and mail to UWCFD, Box 359200.

Can courtesy appointees, hourly/temporary employees, students, and non-UW employees give to the CFD?
Yes. Courtesy appointees, hourly/temporary employees, students, and non-UW employees can give to the CFD via personal check. Submit your check with this giving form.