FAQ - MATCHING GIFTS
How do I request a matching gift?
Requesting a matching gift is normally a five minute process which must be initiated by the donor. You can do this by filling out and submitting a paper form provided by your employer or through an electronic submission process.
There are typically 3 steps:
I made a donation a few months ago. Can I still apply for a matching gift?
Yes! It's not too late to apply for a matching gift! Many companies allow employees to submit match requests for 1 year following the date of the donation.
What are volunteer grant programs?
Volunteer grant programs (also referred to as volunteer matching programs or Dollars for Doer's) are corporate giving programs in which companies provide monetary donations to organizations where employees volunteer regularly.
For example: If you volunteered your time at a L'Arche event, your employer may donate cash for your volunteer time.
Each company has specific guidelines for their volunteer grant programs — ask your HR department to see if your company offers this benefit and submit your volunteer time. If you volunteer with us, it's an easy way to provide us with additional financial support!
Can my company's matching gift be applied to a gift for the Home for Life capital campaign?
Absolutely! Matching gifts are a great opportunity to help us open a second L'Arche home.
Still have questions? Contact Megan Denton at megan@larcheatlanta.org.
Requesting a matching gift is normally a five minute process which must be initiated by the donor. You can do this by filling out and submitting a paper form provided by your employer or through an electronic submission process.
There are typically 3 steps:
- Donate
Make your personal donation and save your tax receipt. Many matching programs will allow for up to one year after you've made your donation to request a corporate match. - Research
Find out if your company offers a matching gift program and review the guidelines. If needed, contact your HR department directly to ask if they offer a matching gift program. - Match
Fill out any necessary paperwork. If you need proof of your donation to L'Arche, please contact Megan at megan@larcheatlanta.org.
I made a donation a few months ago. Can I still apply for a matching gift?
Yes! It's not too late to apply for a matching gift! Many companies allow employees to submit match requests for 1 year following the date of the donation.
What are volunteer grant programs?
Volunteer grant programs (also referred to as volunteer matching programs or Dollars for Doer's) are corporate giving programs in which companies provide monetary donations to organizations where employees volunteer regularly.
For example: If you volunteered your time at a L'Arche event, your employer may donate cash for your volunteer time.
Each company has specific guidelines for their volunteer grant programs — ask your HR department to see if your company offers this benefit and submit your volunteer time. If you volunteer with us, it's an easy way to provide us with additional financial support!
Can my company's matching gift be applied to a gift for the Home for Life capital campaign?
Absolutely! Matching gifts are a great opportunity to help us open a second L'Arche home.
Still have questions? Contact Megan Denton at megan@larcheatlanta.org.
