When unions are strong, our communities are strong.
CSEA members have long prided ourselves on being a vital part of our communities, on and off the job, and one way that our state Executive Branch employees work to make a difference is through supporting the New York State Employees Federated Appeal (SEFA).
CSEA is a strong supporter of SEFA, not only through our members’ donations, but through volunteer efforts.
SEFA is a state-sanctioned, charitable, payroll-contribution program established under state finance laws. The program is open only to state employees; SEFA does not apply to local government employees.
SEFA distributes money to nonprofit organizations that provide numerous types of vital community services, including health care, services for children and senior citizens, domestic violence shelters and disaster relief.
Many of these organizations need our help more than ever, and you can help us make a difference through participating in SEFA.
This year’s SEFA campaign kicks off on September 1 and runs through December 31.
“Our members play an important role in our communities, and we have long stepped up to help our neighbors in any way we can,” said CSEA President Danny Donohue. “As many people from all walks of life face challenges, we are proud to stick together and lift our communities. Our members truly give from their hearts and SEFA is a way to make a true impact.”
“We want to encourage donors to find one or more charities they are passionate about, and designate to that charity,” said Statewide SEFA Director Laurelee Dever.
To learn more, visit the SEFA website at sefanys.org to look at the directory or “2018-19 Charity Search” to find the charity code for your favorite charities. You may donate to one or several organizations.
