Matching Gifts: Volunteer Grants
Matching Gifts is primarily marketed towards individuals who are currently employed by popular corporations. They can easily input their employer’s name with HEPdata’s eMatch Donor Link and automatically get their gift doubled. But what about those donors who are not in the place to make a noticeable contribution? This is where the volunteer grants come in.
Volunteer grants are corporate giving programs that encourage volunteerism. This way all you are giving is your time, while your employer makes a sizable donation. It’s giving back twice over. Aetna, ExxonMobil, and Microsoft are a just a few that accept volunteer grants.
There tends to be a lack of information regarding volunteer grants, so its important for us to spread awareness about it. Many nonprofits accept volunteer grants, however most donors are unaware of this option.
All your donors need to look out for this section on the matching gift form to confirm that it is accepted. And then you are in business!
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