Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does payroll deduction work?

A: Complete the Payroll Deduction card included in your packet and return it to your team captain along with your pledge card. If you don't know your employee ID, you may use your social security number. All records are kept confidential. Since the United Way campaign officially ends in November of each year, the amount pledged will start being taken out of the November pay period. This is one reason why it is important for all pledge cards to be returned by November 21. The deductions will be taken until the pledged amount is satisfied or the employee submits a new pledge form (i.e., If the pledge is $10 a month for twelve months, that amount will be deducted from November to October.)  Q: I lost my pledge card and payroll deduction card. May I request another set?
A:  Yes, you may:

1. Call 285-1187 and request another set be sent to you through campus mail;

2. You may stop by University Human Resource Services in AD-350 and pick up another set; or

3. Go to the BSU United Way web page, http://www.bsu.edu/unitedway.  You may complete your pledge card online. If you've lost the payroll deduction card, it's available online.  Print it, complete the form, and mail it to University Human Resource Services in AD-350. 
 

Q: How can I find out  how much I've donated to date for tax purposes?

A:  The total deduction to date is available on your pay stub.

Q: How can I find out how much I pledged last year?

A: Go to the Payroll and Employee Benefits web page https://ess.bsu.edu and click on the Employee Self Service link.

Q: How do I cancel my pledge?

A: Stop by University Human Resource Services in AD 350 or call 285-1187 and request a new Payroll Deduction Authorization card.  Print your name and BSU ID number at the top. Sign and date the card and place an "x" on the line at the bottom of the form where it reads: "To stop an authorization …"   Return the form to Payroll and Employee Benefits.


Q: What is the criteria for a department to be eligible to win a pizza party from Ball State University Dining?

A: Every department that has 100% participation (everyone in the department has made a donation) is eligible for the drawing to win a pizza party from Ball State University Dining. The winning department will be treated to a New York Style pepperoni and supreme pizza (enough for each person to have two slices), tossed garden salad with Italian or Ranch dressing, and one 20 oz. bottle of beverage. The winning department will be announced after the campaign ends and all pledge cards are returned to University Human Resource Services. 

Q: Am I required to participate in this campaign?

A: No. The university is pleased to continue the tradition of offering employees the option to give to charitable organizations of their choice and acknowledges that giving is strictly on a volunteer basis.   

Q: If I decide not to participate this year, do I need to return my pledge card?

A: Yes, but rest assured that all records are kept confidential.