Employees and federal retirees in the United States have until January 15 to participate in the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), an initiative that invites the community to contribute donations to the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF). This organization is dedicated to defending digital rights, advocating for online privacy and free speech.
The donation process to support EFF is quick and straightforward. Interested individuals should visit the GiveCFC.org page, where they can select the “DONATE” option and search for CFC ID 10437 to channel their contribution. Contributions can be made through payroll deduction, using a credit card, or via electronic check.
CFC represents the most extensive and successful charitable campaign for federal personnel in the country. In the last cycle, participants raised nearly $34,000, a crucial amount for EFF to continue its work. Among its notable accomplishments is the defense of the public’s right to know how law enforcement uses drones and opposition to “geofence warrants,” which have been declared unconstitutional by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Additionally, EFF has been at the forefront of resistance against various restrictive laws, such as the controversial Kids Online Safety Act, while promoting online security measures like Certbot and Let’s Encrypt. Federal employees’ involvement in this campaign can significantly influence the future of civil liberties and digital human rights. By participating in the CFC, each donor has the opportunity to contribute to an environment where privacy protection and freedom of expression are ensured.
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