Find quick answers to your questions about the Raising Hope at Work employee giving campaign.
Why are employees being asked to contribute?
The Raising Hope at Work employee giving campaign provides UF Health Shands and UF College of Medicine faculty and staff members the opportunity to engage in our culture of philanthropy. Your participation signals a continued commitment to caring for each other and our community while helping to further our mission.
How do I sign up for a team?
Your department or unit decides your team. By making a gift, your contribution is tallied to your team. Check giving.ufhealth.org/events-campaigns/raisinghope/who-is-my-champion/ to find your team Champion!
If you are interested in becoming a Champion for your department, please contact Brianna Linkfield.
How are departments recognized for their participation?
We will be awarding the top 5 units by participation percentage. Participation is defined as either enrolling in payroll deductions or making a one-time cash/credit card donation during the campaign. A team’s participation percentage is based on how many individuals participate divided by the total number of individuals within a unit/department. Since departments vary in size, the top team in the following tiers will be named a winner.
- Tier 1: 1-25 employees
- Tier 2: 26-50 employees
- Tier 3: 51-100 employees
- Tier 4: 101-250 employees
- Tier 5: 251-500+ employees
How do I enroll in recurring payroll deductions online?
Visit giving.ufhealth.org/RHWpayroll and log in to the UF Advancement Hub using your GatorLink or Shands credentials. You will need to be on the VPN to access this site. After logging in, you will be on the landing page for payroll deductions, where you can designate the amount and fund for your gift.
How long will recurring payroll deductions continue after enrollment?
You can cancel your deduction at any time by logging into the deduction form site – giving.ufhealth.org/RHWpayroll – using your GatorLink or Shands credentials. Once you enroll in payroll deductions through the UF Advancement Hub, deductions will continue until you notify UF Health Advancement or University of Florida Foundation, Inc., to either cancel or change the above deduction or if there is a change in employment status. Please reach out to Gifts and Records at giftsandrecords@uff.ufl.edu for assistance canceling your payroll deduction.
What is the “Hour of Power” program?
By pledging to donate one hour of your pay each pay period, you join the “Hour of Power” program. “Hour of Power” donors will receive special recognition and gifts, including a Raising Hope at Work branded fleece jacket, to celebrate their commitment! Visit giving.ufhealth.org/RHWpayroll to enroll.
What other incentives are part of the campaign?
Donating toward the campaign at different levels will give you the chance to earn exclusive Raising Hope at Work prizes!
If you’re inspired to create a lasting impact, consider giving at one of our Leadership Levels:
- Silver Circle: $500-$999
- Gold Circle: $1,000+
Individual Incentives
- Any gift of any size:
- Champions will be provided with an assortment of items to distribute to their colleagues during the campaign
- Employees who give a gift of Hour of Power or a cumulative $1,000+ (Gold Circle) will receive an exclusive RHW fleece jacket (a new design featuring a new color)
Additional Individual Incentives
- The first 100 individuals to donate $25 or more will receive an exclusive pair of RHW compression socks (featured in the 2023 campaign)
Team Incentives
- The teams with the highest participation growth throughout the campaign will receive a catered meal for their department.
Will I get the same benefits offered to “Hour of Power” donors if I give more than an hour of pay during each pay period?
Yes, donors who contribute $1,000+ during the campaign through either cash/credit card gifts or payroll deductions will also receive a Raising Hope at Work fleece jacket.
What fund should I donate to?
Employees can choose which UF Health fund they would like to direct their gift toward. There are many fund options. If you are unsure which fund to choose, here are some suggestions:
- Connect with your Champion to find out your department/unit’s priority fund.
- Choose to give to one of our priority funds:
- UF Health Greatest Needs (029313)
- Shands Children’s Hospital (008151)
- Baby Gator Renovation Fund (029887)
I want to support more than one fund. Can I give multiple gifts?
Yes! Many donors make multiple gifts throughout the course of the campaign to multiple different funds.
To what extent are campaign gifts tax-deductible?
Gifts to the campaign are tax-deductible to the fullest extent provided by law.
Troubleshooting tips:
Payroll Deduction Site
- DUO Two-Step Authentication: When logging into the payroll deduction hub, you will be asked to enter your Shands or GatorLink credentials. You will also need to complete two-factor authentication. Twofactor authentication ensures your login is more secure by requiring two methods to verify your identity. Thank you for completing this extra step to protect your private information.
- If you have never used UF’s DUO Two-Step Authentication before, you will need to first be enrolled in the system.
- Go to https://it.ufl.edu/2fa/get-started/ to begin enrollment.
- Select either UF Health JAX Enroll, UF Health GNV Enroll (for Shands employees) or UF GatorLink Enroll depending on which category fits your employment status.
- Log in using your Shands or GatorLink credentials.
- Select Two-Factor Authentication Management and follow the steps to enroll.
- Decide which authentication method you prefer (a phone call, a push notification, or you can enter a passcode generated by the DUO App).
- If you have never used UF’s DUO Two-Step Authentication before, you will need to first be enrolled in the system.
Web Browser
Some users accessing the credit card form using the Microsoft Edge web browser have reported difficulties. Please be sure to use the Firefox or Google Chrome web browser to access the giving page and payroll deduction form.