eContributions

This section provides an overview of eContributions, a convenient web-based payroll contribution system for small business retirement plans.

What is eContributions?

eContributions is a secure, web-based payroll contribution system for conveniently transmitting contribution instructions, as well as providing access to current or historical participant contribution information.

What benefits does it offer employers and plan administrators?

The system offers employers and plan administrators benefits such as:

  • Immediate confirmation of electronic transmissions
  • Convenient online access through ftecontributions.com
  • Simple, secure enrollment process

Which plans must use eContributions to send contribution instructions electronically?

eContributions must be used to electronically send participant contribution instructions for employer-sponsored retirement accounts for which Fiduciary Trust International of the South ("FTIOS") serves as custodian. This includes Franklin Templeton SIMPLE IRAs, SEP IRAs and 403(b) plan accounts.

How can I get eContributions support?

Contact us at (800) 527-2020, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET.

How do I get started?

Submit a completed eContributions Employer Application and New User Request Form.

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Franklin Distributors, LLC. Member FINRA/SIPC. Prior to July 7, 2021, Franklin Templeton Distributors, Inc., and Legg Mason Investor Services, LLC served as mutual fund distributors for Franklin Templeton.