For Agencies
How Can I Participate?
THE UFCC APPLICATION PERIOD HAS CLOSED. THE 2027 CAMPAIGN APPLICATION WILL OPEN ON DECEMBER 1, 2027.
APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2027 CAMPAIGN ARE DUE BY FEBRUARY 1, 2027.
PLEASE EMAIL UFCC@UFL.EDU WITH ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE APPLICATION FOR THE CAMPAIGN.
Thank you for your interest in participating as an agency in the UF Campaign for Charities!
Agencies wishing to participate must complete the, supply all required documentation, and meet the criteria as stated in the UFCC Regulations. A list of requirements and criteria is below. Review our UFCC New Agency Application Workshop slide deck from last year for additional information about the application process.
Applications for the 2027 campaign will be open December 1, 2026, and must be received by February 1, 2027, complete with all supporting documentation required. All applications and materials will be submitted online. There is no save feature on the website, please ensure that you have all your documentation when completing the application! You will receive an email once you have successfully submitted your application.
The UFCC Planning Committee will review all applications for entry into the campaign by March 2027. Organizations may expect to be notified of the decision of the committee on their applications no later than May 2027.
UFCC Eligibility Requirements
Registered with the Florida Division of Corporations under Chapter 617, Fla. Stat.
Recognized as a 501(c)(3) entity by the IRS and registered with the U.S. Dept. of Treasury.
Registered with the Florida Dept. of Revenue with a state tax-exempt number (§212.08).
Registered with the FL Dept. of Agriculture & Consumer Services, meeting Chapter 496 requirements.
Must submit the organization's most recent IRS Form 990.
Governed by a volunteer board of directors that meets regularly and serves without compensation.
Must have a substantial health and human services program directly benefiting the Alachua County region.
Written non-discrimination policy covering volunteer governance, staffing, and clientele.
Management, general, and fundraising costs should be at or below 25% of total revenue, per the National Charities Information Bureau (NCIB). This is a guideline, not a hard requirement.
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