SECA campaign
McCormick Center

Guideline Giving

Think about becoming a Guideline Giver! Donate 0.6 of 1% of your annual salary.

Be sure to check the "Yes, I am a Guideline Giver" on the bottom left side of your pledge form.

Per Pay
(26 times/year)		Annual Salary
$1.85$8,000
$2.31$10,000
$2.77$12,000
$3.23$14,000
$3.69$16,000
$4.15$18,000
$4.62$20,000
$5.08$22,000
$5.77$25,000
$6.92$30,000
$8.08$35,000
$9.23$40,000
$10.38$45,000
$11.54$50,000
$12.69$55,000
(0.6 of 1%)
 of salary		More than
$60,000

Susquehanna Society

By donating $500 or more, an individual, or a group of individuals, will be a part of the Susquehanna Society. Columbia County is blessed with a group of people who are as strong as their river. These members provide inspiration and support that continually strengthens the foundation of our communities.

2009 Bloomsburg University SECA Campaign

SECA Supporter

"As a board member of Camp Victory and Camp HERO, I know that Camp Victory provides a unique opportunity for children to learn, grow, and establish wonderful friendships with children experiencing challenges similar to their own.

It's important for people to realize that SECA provides a way for people in our community to support such excellent programming for children in our area."

Sam Slike

- Sam Slike

    Prof./Curriculum Coordinator, Education of the Deaf/HH Prog.

"We care enough to share"

The 2009 SECA (State Employee Combined Appeal) campaign, from Sept. 21 through Oct. 23, is aimed at combining the strength of all PA state employees to support a wide variety of charitable organizations.

The organizations you select to support will fill needs that range from helping families at risk to assisting those affected by cancer or natural disasters, to providing food, shelter, and clothing to the needy. In fact, some of our own university colleagues have been helped, and many others volunteer their time to these organizations.

When you give to the SECA campaign, you choose to contribute to local agencies, to national agencies, or even to international agencies. Because of the volunteer support and low administrative costs, 90 cents on every dollar of you contribute is sent directly to the agency or agencies of your choice. Giving through the SECA campaign allows your contribution to be put to work immediately.

Resource Guide

Please refer to:
SECA Resource Guide for a complete listing of agencies and coding information.

Payroll deduction makes it easy to give in smaller increments that add up to a lot of relief for those in need now. Every little bit helps! Even $1 per paycheck, when combined with the total university community, grows into a significant contribution. Be a part of the help! And, remember that your entire donation is tax deductible.

This year, our BU goal is $40,000. But, just as important as the total amount received, we want to increase participation to 20 percent of the university community. So, contribute in some small way and be a part of the help.

Local Leaders

For more information contact

Maramonne Houseknecht, Chair (570) 389-4867
Larry Fritz, Co-Chair (570) 389-4015

History of SECA

SECA was established in 1977 as the only charitable campaign allowed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in its offices statewide. This yearly drive in the fall means minimal workplace disruption and administrative costs. When state employees give through SECA, they are helping to improve the quality of life for ALL people. Learn more about SECA.

SECA Agencies

The Bloomsburg University SECA campaign, together with the United Way of Columbia County, supports many agencies which includes the work of eight participating organizations and their member agencies.

Global Impact

Over 1,400 international, national, regional and local agencies are participating in the 2008 campaign. In the Bloomsburg area, these include the following agencies (the numbers indicates the SECA designation code):

Weekly Prize Updates

Weekly winners are drawn from all donors' completed pledge forms received by the end of the previous week. Once you submit your pledge, you will be eligible to win a prize. Participants will be eligible to win one time only.

Winners may contact Betty Noviello (Admissions, Student Services Center) to claim prizes. Thank you for your support, making a difference in other's lives and for making this a successful campaign!

Thank you to the following area businesses for donating employee incentive prizes. As always, we appreciate your support.

Aramark | B. Green Loft | Berrigan's Subs | Bloomin' Bagels | Burger King | Domino's | Giant | Linda Hill Bakery | BU's Office of Communications | Quaker Steak & Lube | Rita's Ice | Sheetz | Steph's Subs | The Inn at Turkey Hill | University Store