“Go the Distance”
Often, even a small group of people committed to a common cause can accomplish great things. Just imagine what thousands of commonwealth employees can accomplish by committing to this year’s State Employee Combined Appeal theme of “Go the Distance.”
Since SECA began in the 1970s, employees have raised more than $100 million. Many of your colleagues give each year because SECA allows them to easily donate to the causes most important to them.
This year, our agency is striving to meet our goals of $55,043. Employees can elect a recurring or one-time deduction from their pay, or they can donate using a check or money order.
To contribute, just visit the (preferred method) or use a paper pledge form to designate your amount. Take your donation a step further by .
Employees who give just an hour or half-hour of pay per month are recognized as Governor’s Circle and Gold Givers. ESS will calculate your minimum leadership giving amount, and you can also read more about .
The 2025 SECA campaign ends October 25. General information about SECA and information on participating agencies and methods to pledge can be found at the and through the following links:
How Do I Give?
SECA provides several ways to make a tax-deductible contribution to the charity(ies) of your choice: payroll deduction, check, money order, or credit card.
Why Give through SECA?
Supporting charities through payroll deduction makes giving easier and less painful.
SECA Resource Guide
Resource guide for the SECA campaign (PDF).
SECA Pledge Form
Employees may make a pledge to the State Employees Combined Appeal by using this form (PDF).