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Blue and Gold Circle: Frequently Asked Questions

How Do Donations to the Blue & Gold Circle Benefit Seminole State?

Your participation in the Blue & Gold Circle has helped the College:

• Provide more than 1,500 student scholarships and $35,000 for Faculty and Staff Mini-Grants.
• Purchase beepers for students waiting to be served by the student services personnel at the Altamonte Springs Campus.
• Provide $40,000 to help fund additional faculty positions.
• Support the annual Heritage Jubilee.

Matching Gifts

Corporate matching gifts are an easy way for faculty and staff members to enhance the impact of their gifts. Through these programs, companies match charitable contributions of their employees and their spouses. Please ask your spouse to inquire about matching gifts with his or her company's human resources department or contact the SCC Foundation, Inc., for a list of participating companies.

Ways to Give

Employees may give charitable gifts by donating via:

• Payroll deduction
• Cash or personal check
• Credit/debit card (MasterCard, Visa or American Express)

Will the State Match Any Gifts This Year?

Yes! The state of Florida will match gifts designated for the First Generation Matching Grant Program, a need-based program available to degree-seeking undergraduates whose parents have not earned bachelor's degrees. Contributions designated for this program will be matched dollar for dollar.

I Already Work Here. Why Should I Give?

Your gift is a vote of confidence in Seminole State and its mission. As members of the College community, you see first-hand the importance of gifts to the school. The Blue & Gold Circle was established to recognize donors who exhibit leadership through their gifts to Seminole State.

How Much Should I Give?

You determine the size and designate your gift according to your wishes, personal willingness to give and financial capacity. Regardless of the amount, every gift truly makes a difference.

How Does Payroll Deduction Work?

Payroll deduction is one of the fastest, easiest and most convenient ways to make a gift. By completing the payroll deduction section of the Blue & Gold Circle Pledge Card, you specify the amount you would like automatically deducted from each paycheck.

What If I Have an Existing Payroll Deduction?

If you have an ongoing payroll deduction, you are already counted for the current Blue & Gold Circle campaign. To increase your deduction, add another designated area or make other changes, e-mail Sarah Balas Johnson or call her at ext. 2410.

Can I Give Jointly with My Spouse?

Certainly! You can make a joint gift if your spouse is an employee, alumnus, or simply wants to be included in your generosity to Seminole State College. Applying for a matching gift from your spouse's company is an easy way to support Seminole State together. Simply complete the spouse information section of the Blue & Gold Circle Pledge Card when making your gift. Presidents' Club members are encouraged to participate as joint members with their spouses.

How Can I Make a Gift?

Simply complete the Blue & Gold Circle Pledge Card and return it to the SCC Foundation in room A-204B (building A).

Who is My Area Representative?

A list of area representatives can be found on the SCC Foundation's home page.