For the first time, the Binghamton University Foundation is partnering with the State Employees Federated Appeal (SEFA). Employees now have the option to designate their SEFA gift to support Binghamton University. More information is listed below.
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Will I receive a gift receipt from the Binghamton University Foundation?
No. However, if you make a one-time, cash donation of over $250, then United Way of Broome County (as SEFA FCCM) would issue that receipt. Donors are encouraged to keep their copy of the paper pledge card, and/or keep a copy of the electronic one to show the specific charities that were donated to for tax purposes.
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Can I further restrict or designate my gift if I choose the Binghamton University
Foundation as my charity?
Yes. The SEFA form does not allow for you to make a designation, but the Foundation will follow up with you to determine your preference. You may also email Emily Gast with your designation.
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Will my gift be considered part of the University’s third comprehensive gifts campaign
(currently in the quiet phase)?
Yes. All gifts to the Binghamton University Foundation regardless of source will count toward our goal. You will be recognized as a campaign donor.
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How does giving to the Binghamton University Foundation support agencies in our community?
Binghamton University has a significant impact on our community and New York state, totaling $1.5 billion. This includes thousands of volunteer hours by faculty, staff and students at many SEFA charities.
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When will I be contacted by the Binghamton University Foundation?
Payments to the Foundation from SEFA will be quarterly. Reporting will be done in the first quarter of 2019 after the closing of the campaign. Donors will be contacted as their information is received.
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Whom do I contact if I have additional questions?
Please contact Emily Gast, in the Office of Gift and Donor Records, at 607-777-6929.
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If I'm currently giving to the Binghamton University Foundation through payroll deduction,
do I need to change to the SEFA giving form?
No. If you are a payroll deduction donor supporting Binghamton University, you don’t need to change anything to continue your support. If you’d like to support one of the other SEFA charities, please complete the SEFA giving form.
