{"id":7365,"date":"2017-07-02T19:38:27","date_gmt":"2017-07-02T23:38:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/?p=7365"},"modified":"2025-09-26T07:06:56","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T11:06:56","slug":"top-matching-gift-programs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/top-matching-gift-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 15 matching gift programs all nonprofits should know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You don&#8217;t have to be a top philanthropist to know that <a href=\"\/blog\/donation-pages\/\">two nonprofit donations are better than one<\/a>. In fact, it&#8217;s this kind of intuitive thinking that has led to the success of several\u00a0corporate matching gift programs that produce a win-win situation for companies and nonprofits.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For those of you who are brand new to this concept, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.360matchpro.com\/matching-gifts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">matching gift program<\/a> allows eligible donors\u00a0to make a nonprofit donation and have their place of work\u00a0double or even triple their gifts!<\/strong> While nonprofits receive\u00a0generous funds, participating employers also benefit by enhancing their reputation with corporate philanthropy.<\/p>\n<p>And yet, there are hundreds of nonprofits out there with no idea of the life-changing impact corporate matching gift programs can have.\u00a0<strong>That&#8217;s why we&#8217;re here to help you target\u00a0some of the biggest names in matching gifts, starting with our top 15 contenders.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve reviewed these programs, stick around to learn more about our top picks for nonprofit matching gift tools:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#double\">Double the Donation online matching gift resources<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#360\">360 MatchPro\u00a0matching gift software<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let&#8217;s jump right in!<br \/><a name=\"soros\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7869 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Soros-Fund-Management-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"Soros Fund Management's matching gift program has the highest matching gift ratio.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Soros-Fund-Management-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Soros-Fund-Management-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>1. Soros Fund Management<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$25<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$100,000<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>3:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee\u00a0<span style=\"color: revert; font-size: revert; font-weight: revert;\">matching gift eligibility<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Full-time Soros Fund Management employees can apply for a matching gift\u2014new employees can have their donations matched at a limited ratio.<\/p>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Most U.S.-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational institutions (K-12 included)<\/li>\n<li>Health and human services<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Civic and community organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests must be submitted within one year following the donation date.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p>With the highest matching gift limit of any corporation, <a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/soros-fund-management-llc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Soros Fund Management <\/a>matches at a 3:1 ratio for employees while partners are matched at a 2:1 ratio.\u00a0They also promote a volunteer grant program that pays between $1,000-$4,000 in grants to a specific organization in exchange for 20-80 or more hours of employee volunteer work.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"exxonmobil\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7868\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ExxonMobil-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"ExxonMobil's matching gift program specializes in education and cultural organization donations.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ExxonMobil-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ExxonMobil-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>2. ExxonMobil<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$20<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$22,500 to educational institutions and $2,000 to cultural organizations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>3:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/p>\n<p>ExxonMobil&#8217;s matching gift program extends to a variety of employees and supporters, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Full-time, part-time, and retired employees\u00a0employees<\/li>\n<li>Employee spouses and surviving spouses of deceased employees<\/li>\n<li>Current\u00a0and retired outside directors of ExxonMobil Corporation or the Exxon Corporation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>ExxonMobil&#8217;s matching gift program branches into two categories:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Arts and Cultural Matching Gift Program<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014\u00a0ExxonMobil matches the first $2,000 per employee at a 1:1 ratio to arts and cultural organizations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Educational Matching Gift Program<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 ExxonMobil provides a 3:1 match on the first $7,500 donated to higher education institutions\u00a0(max $22,500 company contribution).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests must be submitted by December 31st\u00a0of the year following the donation date.<\/p>\n<p>Why we love this matching gift program.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/exxonmobil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ExxonMobil<\/a> takes a special interest in donating to U.S. two-year and four-year colleges and universities in addition to\u00a0The United Negro College Fund (UNCF), The American Indian College Fund (AICF), and The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF). Their matching gift program for cultural organizations is also inclusive to: art, science, and historic centers and museums, libraries, public television and radio stations, and much more.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"hp\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7858\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/HP-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"HP's matching gift program allows employees to donate funds and technology.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/HP-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/HP-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>3. Hewlett-Packard (HP)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$25<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$1,000 in cash donations and $15,000 in HP technology.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>3:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Full-time and part-time HP employees can apply for a matching gift\u2014retirees are the exception.<\/p>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Most U.S.-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational institutions (K-12 included)<\/li>\n<li>Health and human services<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Civic and community organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests are handled on a case-by-case basis.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/hewlett-packard-enterprise-company\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hewlett-Packard<\/a>&#8216;s unique matching gift program allows employees to donate funds and technology.\u00a0With their Employee Product Giving Program, HP workers\u00a0contribute 25 percent of the donated technology cost and HP picks up the remaining 75 percent. In addition, HP&#8217;s volunteer grant program donates $50 for every 10 hours an employee volunteers per quarter.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"johnson\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7871\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Johnson-and-Johnson-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"Johnson &amp; Johnson's matching gift program features a 2 to 1 ratio for current employees.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Johnson-and-Johnson-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Johnson-and-Johnson-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>4. Johnson &amp; Johnson<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$25<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$20,000<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>2:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>All Johnson &amp; Johnson employees are eligible to apply for a matching gift, including full-time, part-time, and retirees.<\/p>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Most U.S.-based\u00a0501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Higher educational institutions (K-12 excluded)<\/li>\n<li>Health and human services<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Civic and community organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/p>\n<p>Matching gift requests must be submitted 12 months\u00a0following the donation date.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/johnson-and-johnson\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Johnson &amp; Johnson&#8217;s <\/a>generous matching gift program features a 2:1 ratio for current employees (max $20,000 company contribution) and a 1:1 ratio for\u00a0retirees (max $10,000 company contribution). All workers have to do is submit their matching gift requests electronically through Johnson &amp; Johnson&#8217;s matching gift portal.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"coke\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7857\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Coca-Cola-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"Coca Cola's matching gift program has donated over $820 million to nonprofits.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Coca-Cola-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Coca-Cola-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/>5. Coca-Cola<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$25<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$20,000<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>2:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Full-time and retired Coca-Cola employees can apply for a matching gift\u2014part-time employees are the exception.<\/p>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Most U.S.-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational institutions (K-12 included)<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests must be submitted by February 28th of the year following the donation date.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p>As of late,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/coke-the-coca-cola-company\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Coca-Cola&#8217;s<\/a> matching gift program has donated more than $820 million to nonprofits around the world since 1984.\u00a0They also don&#8217;t hold back with other charitable giving seeing as in 2016 alone Coca-Cola contributed over $72 million in grants to 262 domestic and international organizations. They even have a designated matching gift portal for employees to submit requests.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"pepsi\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7856\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/PepsiCo-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"PepsiCo's inclusive matching-gift-program is open to many donors.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/PepsiCo-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/PepsiCo-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/>6. PepsiCo<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$25<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$10,000<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>1:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>PepsiCo&#8217;s matching gift program extends to a variety of employees and supporters, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Full-time and part\u00ad-time employees<\/li>\n<li>Retirees, their spouses,\u00a0surviving spouses, and domestic partners<\/li>\n<li>Current and retired board members<\/li>\n<li>Advisory board members<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Most U.S.-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational institutions (K-12 included)<\/li>\n<li>Health and human services<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Civic and community organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests must be submitted\u00a0within six months of the actual donation date.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/pepsico\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PepsiCo&#8217;s<\/a> expansive list of matching gift program eligible participants is definitely something to be admired by nonprofits. Furthermore, while PepsiCo doubles their employee donations, they actually triple their board member donations. Matching gift requests can be made through PepsiCo&#8217;s online company portal or with a print form.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"ge\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7860\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/General-Electric-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"General Electric founded the very first matching gift program.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/General-Electric-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/General-Electric-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>7. General Electric (GE)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$25<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$25,000<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>1:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>All full-time, part-time, and retired General Electric employees can\u00a0apply for a matching gift.<\/p>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Most U.S.-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational institutions (K-12 included)<\/li>\n<li>Health and human services<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Civic and community organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests must be submitted by April 15th of the year following the donation date.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s a little known fact that <a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/general-electric\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">General Electric<\/a> actually created the very first matching gift program in 1954 and has since raised over $1 billion in nonprofit donations. This inspiring model features a fairly long deadline for employees to submit matching gift requests at their leisure.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"microsoft\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7855\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Microsoft-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"Microsoft sponsors a matching gift program and Hack for Good program.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Microsoft-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Microsoft-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>8. Microsoft<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$15,000<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>1:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Full-time and part-time Microsoft employees can apply for a matching gift\u2014retirees are the exception.<\/p>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Most U.S.-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational institutions (K-12 included)<\/li>\n<li>Health and human services<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Civic and community organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests must be submitted within one year following the donation date.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p>Since 1983, <a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/microsoft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Microsoft<\/a>\u00a0has generously matched employee time and funds for nonprofit organizations. In 2016 alone, $142 million matched gifts were made with an average of 74% employee participation. Microsoft also sponsors a one-week &#8220;Hack for Good&#8221; program for employees to use their technical and business savvy for solving world problems. In 2016, more than 550 &#8220;Hack for Good&#8221; projects were accomplished.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"disney\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7862\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Disney-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"Disney has a VoluntEARS and matching gift program.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Disney-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Disney-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/>9. Disney<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$25<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$15,000<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>1:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Full-time and part-time Disney employees can apply for a matching gift\u2014retirees are the exception.<\/p>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Most U.S.-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational institutions (K-12 included)<\/li>\n<li>Health and human services<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Civic and community organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests are handled on a case-by-case basis.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/the-walt-disney-corporation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Disney&#8217;s <\/a>matching gift program involves a fairly simple process for donors.\u00a0Employees must first register their gift online, where they receive a matching gift certificate and\u00a0specific \u201cGift ID,\u201d which nonprofits can then use to claim their matching gift. Disney also has a\u00a0VoluntEARS program that awards\u00a0employees with up to $2,000 in grants per year to eligible organizations.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"apple\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7863\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Apple-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"Apple's matching gift program accommodates all giving amounts.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Apple-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Apple-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>10. Apple<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>Apple\u00a0will match gifts as low as $1.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$10,000<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>1:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>All full-time and part-time Apple employees can apply for a matching gift\u2014retirees are the exception.<\/p>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>U.S.-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible to benefit from Apple&#8217;s matching gift program, excluding political and religious organizations. Their &#8220;International Giving&#8221; option allows donors to contribute to\u00a0organizations around the world.<\/p>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests must be submitted one year in advance of the date of donation.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p>With no matching gift request too small, <a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/apple-inc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Apple<\/a> accommodates giving capacities for all of their workers. All employees have to do is fill out a matching gift request on Apple internal company portal. They also have a volunteer grant program where Apple donates $25 to a nonprofit for every volunteer hour worked\u2014there are no minimum of hours.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"ae\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7864\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/American-Express-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"American Express' matching gift program rewards employees with nonprofit volunteer backgrounds.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/American-Express-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/American-Express-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>11. American Express<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$25<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$8,000<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>2:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Full-time and part-time American Express employees can apply for a matching gift\u2014retirees are the exception.<\/p>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Most U.S.-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational institutions (K-12 included)<\/li>\n<li>Health and human services<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Civic and community organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests are handled on a case-by-case basis.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p>While the standard matching gift ratio is 1:1,<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/american-express-company\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">American Express<\/a>\u00a0employees who have served on a nonprofit board or volunteer for more than 50 hours a year are eligible to have their first $1,000 in donations matched 2:1. Their volunteer grant program also allows workers to apply for a grant after 25 hours of nonprofit volunteer service.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"google\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7867\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Google-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"Google's matching gift program helps nonprofits and disaster relief projects.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Google-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Google-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>12. Google<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$50<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$6,000\u00a0to both nonprofit and disaster relief efforts.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>1:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Full-time and part-time Google employees can apply for a matching gift\u2014retirees are the exception.<\/p>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Most U.S.-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational institutions (K-12 included)<\/li>\n<li>Health and human services<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Civic and community organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests must be submitted by January 31st of the year following the donation date.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/google-inc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Google<\/a> takes a special interest in matching donations for employees who personally raise funds for a charitable event in which they participate, such as walks, marathons, bike rides, and more. In addition to nonprofits, Google&#8217;s matching gift program also extends to disaster and international relief projects where they\u00a0match up to $6,000 annually per employee.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"avon\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Avon-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"Avon's matching gift program triples an employee's first $500 donation.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Avon-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Avon-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>13. Avon<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$25<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$15,000<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>2:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Full-time Avon employees and board members can apply for a matching gift\u2014part-time employees and retirees are exceptions.<\/p>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Most U.S.-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational institutions (K-12 included)<\/li>\n<li>Health and human services<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Civic and community organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests are handled on a case-by-case basis.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p>Avon&#8217;s matching gift program issues a 2:1 ratio on the first $500 donated by an employee\u2014all subsequent gifts are matched at 1:1. It should also be noted that Avon does not match gifts for organization events like walk-a-thons, bike races, 5Ks, etc. Avon matching gift requests can be completed electronically or by mailing in a print form.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"home depot\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7859\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Home-Depot-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"Home Depot's matching gift program doubles up to $1,000 per year to the employee's chosen nonprofit.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Home-Depot-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Home-Depot-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>14. Home Depot<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$25<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$3,000<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>1:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Full-time and part-time Home Depot employees can apply for a matching gift\u2014retirees are the exception.<\/p>\n<h3>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Most U.S.-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational institutions (K-12 included)<\/li>\n<li>Health and human services<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Civic and community organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests must be submitted by January 31st of the year following the donation date.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/the-home-depot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Home Depot&#8217;s<\/a> matching gift program doubles up to $1,000 annually per employee to the nonprofit of their choice with the max donation amount being $3,000 per employee.\u00a0Donors can also pursue their matching gift requests electronically via their Home Depot Foundation account or over the phone by calling\u00a01-888-628-2442.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"starbucks\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7866\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Starbucks-Matching-Gift-Program.png\" alt=\"Starbucks' matching gift program is part of their \u201cPartner Match\u201d program.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Starbucks-Matching-Gift-Program.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Starbucks-Matching-Gift-Program-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>15. Starbucks<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-row\"><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Min amount<\/h3>\n<p>$20<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Max amount<\/h3>\n<p>$1,500<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-3\"><div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<h3>Match ratio<\/h3>\n<p>1:1<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Employee matching gift eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>All Starbucks employees in the U.S. and Canada, including full-time, part-time, and retirees, are eligible to apply for a matching gift.<\/p>\n<p>Nonprofit matching gift eligibility<\/p>\n<p>Only U.S. and Canada-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofits are eligible, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Educational institutions (K-12 included)<\/li>\n<li>Health and human services<\/li>\n<li>Arts and cultural organizations<\/li>\n<li>Civic and community organizations<\/li>\n<li>Environmental organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Deadline for matching gift submission<\/h3>\n<p>Matching gift requests must be submitted 12 months\u00a0following the donation date.<\/p>\n<h3>Why we love this matching gift program<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gifts\/starbucks-corporation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Starbucks <\/a>matching gift program is actually part of their larger charitable program &#8220;Partner Match&#8221; which also features a volunteer grant program. The latter is a community service initiative\u00a0where Starbucks matches\u00a0the time employees give to local nonprofits\u00a0with a specific grant. The minimum number of \u00a0hours for grant donations begins at 25 hours and grants are paid quarterly.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7930\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Raise-More-With-Matching-Gift-Tools-and-Resources.png\" alt=\"Use a matching gift tool as part of your matching gift program fundraising strategy.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Raise-More-With-Matching-Gift-Tools-and-Resources.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Raise-More-With-Matching-Gift-Tools-and-Resources-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>How to raise more with matching gift tools and resources<\/h3>\n<p>Now that we&#8217;ve explored the top corporate matching gift programs for your nonprofit to research, it&#8217;s time to amp up your matching gift strategy to <a href=\"\/blog\/annual-fundraising-campaigns\/\">retain annual donors<\/a> with nonprofit tools and resources.<br \/><a name=\"double\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7861\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Double-the-Donation-Matching-Gift-Program-Research.png\" alt=\"Double the Donation aids matching gift programs with matching gift tools.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Double-the-Donation-Matching-Gift-Program-Research.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Double-the-Donation-Matching-Gift-Program-Research-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>Double the Donation&#8217;s Online Matching Gift Resources<\/h3>\n<p>As the leading authority on nonprofit matching gifts, <a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/matching-gift-database\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Double the Donation<\/a> works tirelessly to help nonprofits everywhere identify matching gift opportunities and corporate programs. <strong>Their services branch off into two matching gift solutions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Individual nonprofit matching gift pages.<\/li>\n<li>Online corporate matching gift program database.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For starters, your nonprofit can draw in matching gift prospects with an informative matching gift web page. <strong>These fully customizable and shareable pages allow nonprofits to promote\u00a0strong matching gift messages as well as their matching gift submission process.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>However, to really beef up your matching gift promotions, no nonprofit can go wrong with incorporating Double the Donation&#8217;s online matching gift database.<\/p>\n<p><strong>With this plugin tool, prospective donors can easily search for their employer&#8217;s matching gift program guidelines and submission process in a matter of minutes without having to navigate off your matching gift page.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For a\u00a0better idea of how to make the most of Double the Donation&#8217;s matching gift tools, let&#8217;s take a look at this example page from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.marchofdimes.org\/giving\/matching-gifts.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">March of the Dimes<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"719\" height=\"684\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7872\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/March-of-the-Dimes-uses-Double-the-Donation-matching-gift-tools-1.png\" alt=\"March of the Dimes uses Double the Donation's matching gift tools.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/March-of-the-Dimes-uses-Double-the-Donation-matching-gift-tools-1.png 719w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/March-of-the-Dimes-uses-Double-the-Donation-matching-gift-tools-1-300x285.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 719px) 100vw, 719px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As you can see, March of the Dimes\u00a0draws in web visitors with clean branding and a clear message stating how matching gifts can positively impact\u00a0their mission. Also in plain sight is the online matching gift search tool which easily grabs donors&#8217; attention.<br \/><a name=\"360\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"143\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7865\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/360MatchPro-Matching-Gift-Program-Software.png\" alt=\"360MatchPro is the ultimate software for matching gift programs.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/360MatchPro-Matching-Gift-Program-Software.png 715w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/360MatchPro-Matching-Gift-Program-Software-300x60.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>360 MatchPro Matching Gift\u00a0Software<\/h3>\n<p>For nonprofits and higher learning institutions looking to master all their matching gift operations, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.360matchpro.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">360 MatchPro<\/a> is the solution for you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>This software fluidly monitors three essential components of matching gifts:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Identify matching gift prospects<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 Automatically uncovers eligible matching gift prospects from email domains via donation forms, confirmation screens, or emails.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tailored matching gift solicitations<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 Drive every matching gift request to completion by creating and tracking automated messages personalized for every prospect.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Matching gift analytics<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 Develop your matching gift strategy by consulting the latest data from your current matching gift efforts.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>To make all of this happen, 360 MatchPro relies on a host of powerful features to enhance your matching gift outreach and management tactics, such as:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Matching gift tracking<\/li>\n<li>Email domain screening<\/li>\n<li>Automated outreach emails<\/li>\n<li>Matching gift email template creation<\/li>\n<li>Match portal management<\/li>\n<li>Customized search results<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Overall, this software is perfect for helping you coordinate every step of your organization&#8217;s matching gift process by efficiently identifying, soliciting, and analyzing matching gift initiatives.<\/p>\n<h2>Final thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>Matching gifts are one of the most lucrative donation strategies out there, and yet, several nonprofits remain unaware of how to take advantage of this growing opportunity.<\/p>\n<p>A fantastic place to start is by researching thriving matching gift programs\u00a0<em>and<\/em> investing in matching gift tools to not only set your operations in motion, but keep them active for\u00a0years.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For more information on matching gift and online donation tools, feel free to browse our additional resources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"\/blog\/top-online-donation-tools\/\">Top 6 Online Donation Tools for 2017 (Reviewed and Tested)<\/a>\u00a0\u2014 As long as you&#8217;re upgrading your matching gift efforts, why not strengthen other online donation tactics\u00a0too? Get started with our list of best online donation tools.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/blog\/top-fundraising-software\/\">Top 8 Fundraising Software Options Your Nonprofit Should Know<\/a> \u2014 Investing in matching gift software is only the first step in building up your fundraising. Grow\u00a0your donation\u00a0efforts with our top fundraising software.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.360matchpro.com\/matching-gifts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Matching Gifts: The Expert&#8217;s Guide<\/a>\u00a0\u2014 Hungry for more matching gift resources? 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