Since 1997, UT San Antonio employees have contributed more than $19 million to charities across Texas through the State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC), including more than $485,000 raised last year alone.
This year, the university’s goal is to raise $500,000 and continue its support of hundreds of causes. The 2026 campaign runs Oct. 1 through Nov. 2.
What is the SECC?
University staff and faculty come together annually to give back through the SECC, which allows state employees, including UT San Antonio employees, to donate to an array of local, statewide and national charities through a one-time gift or payroll deduction.
UT San Antonio partners with the United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County on the campaign. By participating, employees raise funds that provide support to programs on campus, throughout Bexar County and beyond.
How does the campaign work?
UT San Antonio vice presidents are running participation activities within their divisions. You can join in the activities by finding your division’s campaign champion on the SECC website.
Giving is easy and convenient:
- Choose from hundreds of organizations, using the San Antonio-specific list or full statewide list to find your favorites. Participating organizations support causes ranging from Alzheimer’s and cancer research to veteran support and animal care services. In addition, there are six UT San Antonio agencies that directly support employees and students in need:
- Chromosome 18 Registry & Research Society (#414026)
- First Generation and Transfer Student Center (#413004)
- Fostering Futures Program (#413005)
- Roadrunner Pantry (#413006)
- Roadrunner Staff Emergency Fund – Academic Campus (#413008)
- Staff Emergency Fund – Health Campus (#413192)
- Click the Make Your Gift button at the top of the campaign page, follow the steps and click Submit. All charities participating in the campaign must meet established eligibility criteria.
Why should I give?
Giving through the SECC allows donors to support a favorite cause or charity and provide meaningful assistance to the local community. Aside from participating in a worthy cause, all donations are tax-deductible.
A gift of any size can make a world of difference to the charities in this campaign.
