For Illinois Retirees
Continue Making a Difference
Together, We Change Tomorrow!
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign retirees can continue supporting the organizations and causes they care about through the Campus Charitable Fund Drive.
Retiree Giving
Your Choice. Your Gift. Your Impact.
CCFD is the university's annual combined charitable giving campaign. You choose the participating organization or organizations you want to support, allowing your gift to reflect the causes that matter most to you.
2026 Campaign
September 21–November 13
Contributions from retirees for the 2026 CCFD campaign will be accepted through December 1, 2026. To participate, download and print the Retiree Pledge Form. Complete the form and return it with your check or receipt by following the instructions provided on the form.
Download the Retiree Pledge FormReturn Your Form
Mail or Drop Off
Mail to:
Campus Charitable Fund Drive
504 Swanlund Admin Bldg.
601 E. John St., M/C 304
Champaign, IL 61820-5711
Drop off:
Office of Public Engagement
Swanlund Administration Building, Suite 504
601 E. John St.
Champaign, IL 61820
Need Help?
Questions About Giving?
Contact the CCFD team if you have questions about the campaign,
completing your pledge form, or making your contribution.
Email:
ccfd@illinois.edu
Phone:
217-333-3378
Frequently Asked Questions
Retiree Giving FAQs
What are the dates of the 2026 CCFD Campaign?
The 2026 CCFD Campaign runs from September 21 to November 13, 2026. Contributions from retirees for the 2026 CCFD campaign will be accepted through December 1, 2026.
How do I donate?
Download and print the Retiree Pledge Form. Complete the form and return it with your check or receipt by following the instructions provided on the form.
What nonprofits can I donate to?
You may donate directly to one of the 10 CCFD umbrella agencies or to any of the designated nonprofits listed under each agency.
Does my gift count toward the goal for the university department or unit from which I retired?
You may select which department or unit receives credit for your donation. The Retiree Pledge Form includes a place to indicate which unit you would like to receive credit for your contribution.
How is the release of information handled?
The Retiree Pledge Form allows you to indicate how, or if, you would like to be contacted. You may choose not to be contacted by the agency or choose to receive an acknowledgment from the agency for your contribution.
I have given directly to United Way in the past and plan to continue this year. Can I receive CCFD credit for my direct contribution?
If your contribution to United Way occurs during the 2026 CCFD Campaign, it may be counted. CCFD works closely with the United Way of Champaign County to ensure both campaigns give the donor credit for their contribution.
When giving directly to United Way, let them know you are a University of Illinois retiree, including your department, and would like to receive CCFD credit for your donation.
If you give to United Way through the 2026 CCFD campaign, United Way will be informed of your gift.
What if I want to give to a charity that is not listed as part of the 10 umbrella agencies?
CCFD no longer accepts write-in donations to organizations outside of our umbrella agencies. However, you can choose from nearly 700 approved nonprofits across the 10 agencies.
Where do I mail or drop off my 2026 Retiree Pledge Form?
Mail to:
Campus Charitable Fund Drive
504 Swanlund Admin Bldg.
601 E. John St., M/C 304
Champaign, IL 61820-5711
Drop off:
Office of Public Engagement
Swanlund Administration Building, Suite 504
601 E. John St.
Champaign, IL 61820
What if I need more information or have questions?
Contact the CCFD team at ccfd@illinois.edu or call 217-333-3378.