Season of Giving Starts with CECO Campaign

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Halloween is less than a month away. Thanksgiving is right around the corner. And the December holidays will be here before you know it. As we head into the hustle and bustle of the season of giving, consider joining your co-workers in giving to the community.

The County Employees' Charitable Organization launched its annual fundraising season Oct. 1 and membership drive Thursday, and it will run through end of November. What makes CECO different from other charitable organizations is that it is run by our very own County employees and 100 percent of money donated benefits local non-profit agencies and employees in crisis.

Donating to CECO makes a big difference to our local community. (Check the infographic below to see where some of the funds go.) Earlier this year, the organization awarded grants to 107 non-profit programs totaling $200,000. And since its founding in 1956, it has distributed more than $5 million throughout the San Diego region. This is quite a feat and something that we, as County employees should be proud of.

Making a big difference has never been so easy. Here are six ways to give:

  1. Biweekly Donation via Payroll Deduction: For as little as $2.00 a pay period, County employees can participate in the CECO tradition of giving. Please see CECO pledge instructions.

  2. One-Time Donations: To make a one-time donation, contact your CECO Department Representative or a member of the CECO Executive Committee.

  3. CECO Auction: Donate an itemand or bid at the annual CECO auction Oct. 15 at the County Operations Center. Auction items include beach cruisers, art and memorabilia. There will also be food and music at the event.

  4. Department Fundraisers: Keep your eyes open for upcoming fundraisers, including bake sales, on InSite.

  5. Amazon Smile: Select “CECO” when you shop at smile.amazon.com and Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to CECO. Learn more.

  6. Volunteer Your Time: To help with an upcoming fundraiser event, please contact your CECO Department Representative or a member of the CECO Executive Committee.