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Texas A&M-San Antonio SECC

What is SECC?

The Texas State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC) was created through legislation in 1993 to raise funds for charitable organizations throughout the state, the nation, and the world. The campaign runs annually from September 1 through October 31.

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SECC Committee Members

Why Should I Give to SECC?

There are lots of reasons to give to the SECC! Lots of these charities help our students, so you'd be supporting the A&M-San Antonio community. It helps you support your favorite cause or charity on a regular basis. It strengthens A&M-San Antonio as a strong community partner. Additionally, it makes you feel great, and it's tax deductible.

You may already be involved with one of these charities or may be in the future, so SECC is a great option!

If you want to give directly to back to students, please consider donating to the Texas A&M San Antonio Foundation using the 6-digit code 413030.

The A&M-San Antonio Foundation gives back to help students in need with the Emergency Student Fund and General's Food Pantry.

A&M-San Antonio Foundation (Code: 413030)

How Can I Give to SECC?

To make a gift, visit https://sso.tamus.edu from September 1 - October 31, 2022 and select SECC Enrollment, then find the recipient(s) and select the amount of your contribution(s) per each recipient.

What Organizations Can I Give To?

Through the SECC, there are thousands of charities and non-profit organizations available. You can also give to student scholarships through the Texas A&M-San Antonio Foundation. The SECC campaign includes several different categories or “federations,” including: United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County, Local Unaffiliated Charities, Local Independent Charities of Texas, Creating Healthier Communities, Earth Share and more! A complete list of charities will be available on SSO. You can also check out the mini-directory for San Antonio here.  

What Impact Will My Gift Provide?

$20 PER MONTH for one year:

  • Provides food for one guide dog in advanced training.
  • Buys six cases of non-latex gloves to keep volunteers safe during beach cleanups.
  • Provides a full year of groceries for a homebound AIDS patient.
  • Supports training in an environmental career for a person with a disability.

$10 PER MONTH for one year:

  • Screens one uninsured woman for breast cancer.
  • Pays for a veteran’s occupational certification to find employment.
  • Underwrites free museum admission for 30 students.
  • Will help a family in crisis with their monthly utility or grocery bills.

$5 PER MONTH for one year:

  • Sponsors eyes exams for two children in need.
  • Provides 12 students with an interactive CD on college-age depression and suicide.
  • Covers the registration fee for one patient or family member to attend the National Organization for Rare Disorders Patient/Family Conference.
  • Underwrites equipment and supplies for five people to spend a morning cleaning a beach or river bank.

2023 SECC Committee Members

  • Dr. Karen Burgard, College of Education and Human Development
  • Christi Cano, Athletics & Rec Sports Department
  • Dr. Gary Coulton, Life Sciences Department
  • Aaron Guerrero, Staff Council/Mays Center 
  • Patricia Hayes, Student Business Services
  • Liesl Hons, Staff Council/Mays Center 
  • Amaury Nora, College of Business
  • Dr. Stephanie Loalada, Psychology Department
  • Veronica Reyes, Enrollment Management
  • Rosa Sandoval, Student Rights & Responsibilities
  • Evelyn Campos, University Relations & Advancement
  • Dolores Torres, Enrollment Management
  • Vanessa C. Torres, Enrollment Management

2023 Raffle Prizes

Each week, the SECC Committee will raffle off several exciting prizes for donors. The earlier you donate, the more chances you have to win.

Plus, every donor will get a free JAGUARS Care t-shirt while supplies last.

Check out the amazing raffle items we have in store for this year!

  • Coffee lovers gift baskets
  • Picnic basket with treats
  • 4-pack of Zoo tickets
  • Custom TAMUSA Jaguars Door Wreath
  • 4-Pack Movie tickets
  • 4-Pack SA Soccer tickets
  • Texas A&M-SA swag bag
and the GRAND PRIZES are...
  • Whataburger for a Year Prize Pack
  • Lunch with President Ochoa & Your VP

Winners:

Week of Sept. 11

Bonita Amaya, Admissions - $25 Gift Card to Dutch Brothers

Lily Gutierrez, Admissions - Restaurant Gift Certificate

Jerimar Abinsay, Student Counseling - A&M-San Antonio Beanie

Ethan Blanton, Admissions - Jaguar Spirit Gear

Week of Sept. 18

Amy Bohmann, Department of Natural Sciences - 4-Pack of Tickets to the SA Zoo

Joseph Platt, Advise TX - 4-Pack of Movie Tickets

Krystina Irvine, Mays Center - Jaguar Swag Pack

SECC Events

SECC Kick Off Celebration

"Tacos for Texas"

Mid-Point Party

More information Coming Soon

Annual Lip Sync and Costume Contest

More information coming soon