Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SECC?
The State Employees Charitable Campaign was created in 1987 to COMBINE all charitable appeals and giving drives into one annual event. Participation in the annual SECC means assurance that the most efficient and consistent pathway is being used for state employees to support our annual tradition of charitable giving.
Why should I donate through the SECC?
The SECC is your campaign operated by state employees for charitable giving. You are a member of a very special group of people who energize a great campaign each year! You can choose where you want to allocate your money, how you'd like to allocate (payroll deduction, online, check, credit card or direct bill) and can give with confidence.
Who can I donate to through the SECC?
With 11 Federations, 47 United Ways and over 1200 charities, you can donate to a cause that's important to you.
When can I donate through the SECC?
The campaign runs for five weeks from mid-September to mid-October. You can pledge by payroll deduction anytime during these dates using your MI HR Self-Service Account.
How can I donate through the SECC?
Through payroll deduction using your MI HR Self-Service Account, by telephone (877) 766-6447, online or by check or credit card.
What can $2 per pay period provide?
First aid instruction to 48 people!
What can $10 per pay period provide?
Summer camp for two foster children!
The campaign is over and I forgot to make a pledge. Can I still give?
Although open enrollment runs from mid-September to mid-October, you can call the MI HR Service Center at (877) 766-6447 or (517) 335-0529 anytime throughout the year to add or change your payroll deduction.
I don't see an answer to my question.
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