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Metro Denver Region

Metro Denver Region. 2011. Welcome CFC Overview Contract Review Participation Opportunities Speakers Bureau Questions. Overview:. Thank you for partnering with the CFC!. 2. Welcome to the 2011 Campaign!!!. Welcome:. Thank you for partnering with the CFC!. 3. Jodi Korthuis

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Metro Denver Region

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  1. Metro Denver Region 2011

  2. Welcome • CFC Overview • Contract Review • Participation Opportunities • Speakers Bureau • Questions Overview: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 2

  3. Welcome to the 2011 Campaign!!! Welcome: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 3

  4. Jodi Korthuis Campaign Director 720-999-1015 Jodi@MetroDenverCFC.org Cari Allen Campaign Coordinator 720-352-5076 Cari@MetroDenverCFC.org Introduction Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 4

  5. The mission of the CFC is to promote and support philanthropy through a program that is employee-focused, cost-efficient, and effective in providing all Federal employees the opportunity to improve the quality of life for all • Largest and most successful workplace giving campaign in the world • Only authorized charity fundraising in Federal workplace • Designation Campaign – not all charities receive funds • Funding from 2011 Campaign will not be received until April 2012 on a quarterly basis • Official Solicitation Period September 1 – December 15 CFC Overview: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 5

  6. Federal Workers’ Commitment & Generosity • 50 Years = More than $6 Billion • Continue Expanding Opportunities for giving • Wide Variety of Charitable Choices • New Logo: 50th Anniversary: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 6

  7. 17 Counties • Approximately 40,000 Federal Employees • Raised approximately $3.5 Million in 2009 and 2010 • 2011 Campaign Solicitation Period: October 3 – November 18 • Campaign Celebration: December 15 • Representing the best local charities in the world! Metro Denver CFC: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 7

  8. I agree to be responsible for communicating CFC information to any employees or volunteers that represent at Metro Denver Combined Federal Campaign events, including, but not limited to Charity Fairs/Kickoffs and Speaking Presentations. I understand that representatives from our organization represent every charity in the CFC, as well as other participants in the CFC according to regulation 5 CFR Part 950.105(b) and 950.105(c)2(i). I am willing and able to enter Federal Government facilities on behalf of my charity. From the Contract: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 8

  9. I have proper photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or other) which I will bring to any Campaign event, as well as current auto registration, proof of auto insurance and I understand my vehicle may be subject to inspectionat any Federal Government facility. I understand that each Federal Government facility has its own rules, regulations and protocoland I agree to learn and adhere to them while representing the CFC. I understand that if I (or any other representative of my charity) am reported for inappropriate behavior during a Speaking Presentation including, but not limited to, proselytizing, political discussions, asking directly for pledges to my charity or disparaging another CFC charity in any way, my charity will be excluded from participating inany other CFC events for the 2011 Campaign. From the Contract: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 9

  10. I understand that I am expected to arrive at least fifteen minutes before a Campaign event is scheduled to begin and that I am expected toassist CFC staff and volunteers with set up and cleanup at any CFC event where my help may be needed. I understand that I am expected to provide assistance (staff or volunteers) for Materials Packing. (This is the process of bundling donation materials including pledge forms and charity brochures for each Federal agency and is done at the CFC Warehouse on the Denver Federal Center.) I understand that I will likely be sharing a table with another charity representative and will not use more than my allotted space for my display. From the Contract: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 10

  11. I understand that participation in Campaign events is for outreach only; I will not sell itemsat Campaign events or participate in direct fundraising in any other way, including, but not limited to, asking Federal employees to donate directly to my charity, engaging in raffle or gaming activities, or placing collection containers on my display. I understand that I am a guest in any Federal Government facility where I am participating in a CFC event and will behave graciously and respectfully at all times to Federal employees as well as other charities. As a representative the Metro Denver Combined Federal Campaign, I will dress in a professional manner: no flip flops, short shorts, or political t-shirts. From the Contract: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 11

  12. I understand that I may not be asked for Speaking Presentations as that is determined by Federal employees and that Imay not be selected to attend certain Charity Fairs.I also understand that I may be contacted by CFC staff or Federal volunteers to participate in any CFC events and I agree to respond to requests in as timely a manner as possible. I understand that CFC staff will confirm my eligibility to attend Charity Fair/Kickoff events and will not send representatives without that confirmation. (This is only for fairs – Federal staff independently coordinate Speaking Presentations at their locations and CFC staff are not involved in the details.) I will contact a CFC staff person to report any significant problems encountered during the Campaign. From the Contract: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 12

  13. Security might be an issue this year as it is the 10th Anniversary of the September 11th Attacks • Federation Members will receive notification and confirmation through their Federations • Independent Charities will receive notification and confirmation directly • Charities will be sent Registration Workbook with instructions on how to complete the form and when to submit it • We will make every effort to ensure charities that want to participate in Kickoffs will have an opportunity to attend at least one Campaign Events: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 13

  14. Boulder LABS Employee Picnic and Campaign Fair September 14, 2011 Campaign Events: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 14

  15. Denver Federal Center October 11, 2011 Campaign Events: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 15

  16. Other Potential Large Fairs: • Downtown Denver • Buckley Air Force Base • Other Potential Small Fairs: • Bureau of Land Management • Department of Energy • Department of Fish & Wildlife Campaign Events: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 16

  17. Other Potential Large Fairs: • Downtown Denver • Buckley Air Force Base • Other Potential Small Fairs: • Bureau of Land Management • Department of Energy • Department of Fish & Wildlife Campaign Events: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 17

  18. USPS Day of Giving • All Postal Facilities on Same Day • 2011 Video • Opportunities for Charity Speakers • Date TBD Campaign Events: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 18

  19. We’ll send you a registration form • Volunteers or Staff • Sign up for two-hour blocks • Package Materials based on Departmental Personnel Numbers • Date TBD Materials Packing: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 19

  20. December 15, 2011 • Awards Event Committee • Find Location • Set Theme and Decorations • Gather Door Prizes • Program Format & Speakers • Opportunity to THANK Feds! Campaign Celebration: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 20

  21. Like us on Facebook: Metro Denver Combined Federal Campaign (button coming soon) • Post a Thank You! To the Metro Denver Feds who’ve helped your organization/cause throughout the years • Use this page as a way to let Feds know how much you appreciate them throughout the Campaign Thanking Feds: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 21

  22. Speakers selected by Federal personnel • Speak during staff meeting • Speakers collect details from Federal coordinator • Best way to engage Feds Speakers Bureau: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 22

  23. CFC Speaker “Dos” • Prepare your Presentation • Have a 3 minute and a 7 minute presentation prepared • Give a personal overview: Why and How you personally got involved in this agency/cause • Or tell a personal story about a client – people give to people • Or Bring a client to tell their own story • Keep your “company story” very brief Speakers Bureau: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 23

  24. Ask the audience to consider giving to one of the many great charities listed in the brochure • Thank them for their time and allowing you to share • Be prepared for questions – about your organization and about the CFC. • Bring a copy of the FAQs just in case • Bring Informative or Educational material for your organization Speakers Bureau: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 24

  25. CFC Speaker “Don’ts” • DO NOT Use a PowerPoint or Video to tell your story • DO NOT Ask for contributions to your agency • DO NOT Bring agency literature that solicits direct contributions • DO NOT Go long with your presentation • DO NOT Overload your audience with statistics • DO NOT Discuss politics, religion, or sexual issues • DO NOT Compare your agency’s services to another Speakers Bureau: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 25

  26. Delivery Considerations • Smile and speak low and slow • Maintain eye contact – no reading! • Pay an honest compliment • Don’t be nervous – these folks admire the passion you show for your cause • Always speak from the heart • But remember this is not the time for minutiae or argument • Thank your audience more than once!! Speakers Bureau: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 26

  27. What they notice: • 7% what you say • 38% tone of voice • 55% body language • They start off seeing you as an expert, don’t give them any reason to change their mind! Speakers Bureau: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 27

  28. Why do people give through the CFC? • They have received help from a CFC-eligible agency • They know someone else who has been helped by a CFC-eligible agency • They want to help others • CFC is a convenient way to make a difference • Why don’t people give through the CFC? • They weren’t asked • They feel pressured or can’t afford it • They dislike one of the CFC-eligible agencies FAQs: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 28

  29. Why should I give through the CFC? • Each CFC-eligible charity has been thoroughly screened by a committee of Federal employees, ensuring its legitimacy • Charities can rely on the annual, operational funding they receive through CFC contributions • Payroll deduction for Federal employees is only available through the CFC • Combining your contribution with your colleagues around the world, you are part of a greater impact FAQs: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 29

  30. Why isn’t my favorite charity part of the CFC? • All charities must apply to participate in the CFC – either nationally, internationally or locally • A committee of Federal employees reviews all charity applications for their compliance with OPM requirements and regulations • Why should I support the CFC when it has charities I don’t like? • All CFC-eligible agencies are selected objectively based on OPM requirements and regulations • CFC is a donor choice campaign; each donor chooses the charity they want to give to FAQs: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 30

  31. How do I know that my money really gets to the charity I designate? • All designations are honored by regulation • Local administrator of each CFC region undergoes two separate annual audits, both a financial and a compliance audit • Audits review all donations to ensure accuracy of donor designation • Complete the information to release your name and address to the charity you choose and they will send you acknowledgement of the gift FAQs: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 31

  32. What if I can’t afford to give right now? • Payroll deduction spreads smaller amounts throughout the year • Payroll deductions don’t begin until the January 2012 • 95% of contributions through CFC are payroll deduction • Is my contribution tax deductible? • 100% of a contribution through CFC is tax deductible • In most cases, your pledge form and final pay stub of the year can serve for tax purposes • Contact CFC administration for tax letter FAQs: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 32

  33. What if I know I will not be in my job for a full year? • You can give through payroll deduction if you know you will be in the job for at least three months • What if I transfer to another area? • If you transfer, the payroll deduction authroization you give here can follow you – confirm with your new HR contact after you transfer • What does the percentage after each charity mean? • The number represents the fundraising and administrative costs for that charity (charities do not pay a fee to participate in the CFC) FAQs: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 33

  34. Why should I give when I don’t use any of these charities? • You most likely have had contact with a CFC-eligible agency • Swimming lessons at the Y • Red Cross CPR class • Friends/Family with disease • Friends/Family in disaster • CFC-eligible charities improve communities for everyone FAQs: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 34

  35. Questions? Q&A: Thank you for partnering with the CFC! 35

  36. Metro Denver Region 2011

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