Charity Application for the 2024 campaign begins Dec 1. Learn about the process and have access to all our tools on the Charity Application Resources page by clicking the link in the grey bar below.

Welcome! Thank you for choosing to participate in the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). Your work empowers and inspires the generosity of the Federal community, and together we can change the world.

The CFC is one of the largest and most successful annual workplace campaigns, raising millions of dollars each year for organizations like yours. As the only authorized charitable solicitation in the entire Federal workforce, the CFC offers access to a critical source of unrestricted funds and an inexpensive way to attract new donors from the Federal community.

Be sure to check out our Cause of the Week program. You can capitalize on this effort by promoting the cause weeks that apply to your work in your own materials, website, and social media efforts.

Federal employees have the opportunity to give to any participating CFC charity, not just the local charities in their CFC zone. This option to support thousands of organizations allows donors to give to causes like finding cures for diseases, supporting military families, promoting equality for all, youth development, and more, regardless of geographic location.

HOW DOES THE CFC WORK?

The CFC is the annual opportunity for members of the Federal community to support charities they care about through monetary and volunteer contributions. It is an employee-focused, cost-efficient, federally-regulated program aimed at raising the greatest amount possible for participating charities. Charities apply each year to be included in the Charity List.

VIRTUAL CHARITY FAIR

The Virtual Charity Fair is a way for interested potential donors to learn more about CFC-participating charities by reading success stories and watching short, promotional videos submitted by CFC-participating charities. Be a part of this effort by submitting your story/photo and video today!

CHARITY TOOLKIT

Throughout the campaign, approved and participating charities may have the opportunity, via campaign events, to meet directly with campaign leaders and generous members of the Federal community. These activities provide visibility for charities across the CFC donor base. Learn more about how to make the most of your CFC participation.

Application season is here for the 2024 CFC...ready to join us?

Application Resources

Where to Turn for Help

The Combined Federal Campaign team is made of several different groups, each ready to support and assist charities during various stages of the campaign.

Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Office of CFC (OCFC)

Who is this?
The OCFC team at OPM manages the entire CFC program. They establish policy and guidance and oversee the contractors who administer the campaign. They also manage the charity application process.

When to contact:
Questions about the application process

How to contact:
Call: 202-606-2564

Email: [email protected]

When might you hear from them?

Nov - Feb: With information about the application process
Jun: Application decisions and further instructions
Aug: Appeals decisions

Central Campaign Administrator (CCA) Helpdesk

Who is this?
The CCA team is responsible for managing the CFC's online giving system and the charity application system. They collect and process pledges and make distributions to charities.

When to contact:
Questions about distributions or pledge reports

Online Application System troubleshooting and technical issues

How to contact:
Call: 800-797-0098 or 608-237-4898

Email: [email protected]

When might you hear from them?

Jun: Application decision notifications
Aug: Appeals decision notifications

CFC National Marketing Outreach Coordinator (NMOC)

Who is this?
The NMOC team creates campaign materials and resources around a central theme and design each year. They manage website content including the Virtual Charity Fair.

When to contact:
Looking for specific resources

Virtual Charity Fair submissions and system troubleshooting

How to contact:
Email: [email protected]

When might you hear from them?

Aug: Invitation to submit video, story, photo to Virtual Charity Fiar and register to participate in events
Oct - Jan: Timely reminders regarding strategic campaign dates

CFC National Charity Recruitment Outreach Coordinator (NCROC)

Who is this?
The NCROC team encourages charities to apply for and participate in the CFC. Provides resource training explaining the benefit, value, and opportunities of Federal employee engagement.

When to contact:
Question about why to participate in the CFC

How to contact:
Email: [email protected]

When might you hear from them?

Dec-Feb: Application briefings and reminders
Jun: Eligibility resource reviews
Aug: Listing fee deadline reminders

Local Zone Outreach Coordinator (OC)

Who is this?
The OCs administer the CFC in a specific zone/region. They manage charity invitations to participate in campaign events, including in-person and virtual, with Federal employees.

When to contact:
Event participation questions

How to contact:
Email: [email protected]

When might you hear from them?

Sept - Oct: "How to Make the Most of your CFC Participation" briefings
Sept - Jan: Event invitations sent from CFC Support
Dec - Feb: Application briefings