Capital Campaigns A Groundbreaking Guide to Success

Capital Campaigns: A Groundbreaking Guide to Success

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Every nonprofit organization reaches a point where its vision outgrows its current capacity. Perhaps you need a new state-of-the-art facility, a substantial permanent endowment, or the resources to launch a massive program expansion that will transform your community. This moment, the leap from your current reality to your boldest future, is powered by a Capital Campaign.

A capital campaign is not just another annual appeal; it is the most ambitious and strategic fundraising effort a nonprofit can undertake. Successfully executed, it can permanently reshape your organization’s financial stability and physical infrastructure.

But where do you start? How do you ensure your multi-million dollar vision doesn’t turn into a multi-year headache?

In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through every critical phase of the capital campaign process. From assessing readiness and securing your first major gifts in the quiet phase, to selecting the right consulting support and executing a flawless public launch, we’ll provide the roadmap you need to turn your organization’s biggest dreams into reality. This includes:

Let’s begin by answering a few frequently asked questions by nonprofits such as yours.

Capital Campaign FAQs

What Is a Capital Campaign?

At its core, a capital campaign is an extensive, drawn-out fundraiser.

But at a more complex level, a capital campaign is a concerted effort to raise substantial funds for a specific project or undertaking. According to Capital Campaign Pro, these campaigns typically take 2-3 years from start to finish, and most organizations conduct them every 10-15 years.

Because these are the most significant fundraising campaigns your nonprofit will ever take on, capital campaigns require coordination and cooperation from your entire organization and community. Without the support of board members, staff, and individuals who are dedicated to your cause, a capital campaign has little to no chance of succeeding.

Why Do Nonprofits Use Capital Campaigns?

As stated before, nonprofits generally use capital campaigns for large projects that require substantial financial backing. More often than not, capital campaigns are used to raise money for a new building or renovations to an existing building. But they can also be for:

Purchasing Lands or Buildings

The main reason many organizations wish to acquire land is the possibility of future expansion. Capital campaigns are thus used to help organizations raise enough funds to finance land purchases. Organizations may also campaign to buy a building they’ve rented for a long time when the space goes up for sale, to secure a safe future without rent increases.

Expanding an Existing Building

Large organizations such as hospitals and schools often need to regularly expand their facilities to accommodate a growing patient or student population. Such projects are massive undertakings that require substantial financial resources, which is why they are mostly funded through capital campaigns.

Funding New Programs or Increasing Staffing

Sometimes, in order to get a new program or initiative off the ground, your nonprofit needs an influx of funds to secure the necessary resources. You may even need funding to grow your team, ensuring your organization has the capacity to do more for its beneficiaries.

Building an Endowment

An endowment helps secure a bright future for your nonprofit, but it can be difficult to encourage giving to a capital campaign focused solely on an endowment, since the impact of that giving may not be immediate. This is why many organizations choose to include endowment funding as one element of a multifaceted capital campaign.

Purchasing Equipment or Supplies

Nonprofits sometimes need large-scale purchases to further their missions. A hospital, for example, may need to upgrade existing radiology equipment, or a university may require a high-powered telescope for the astronomy department. Capital campaigns can help fund these major purchases.

What Types of Organizations Run Capital Campaigns?

Any type of organization can run a capital campaign! Let’s highlight a few examples:

Hospitals

Many hospitals and healthcare nonprofits launch capital campaigns to raise funds for new wings or buildings, purchase new equipment, replace or repair outdated machines, or fund groundbreaking medical research.

Schools and Universities

Schools, colleges, and universities are another type of organization that frequently uses capital campaigns as a fundraising method. Education-related organizations use capital campaigns to raise funds for new buildings, scholarship programs, or equipment.

Community Organizations

These organizations often launch campaigns to build or expand physical centers that serve local residents, such as new food banks, youth centers, or recreational facilities. Their campaigns focus on scaling essential programs and infrastructure that directly improve the quality of life within a specific geographic area.

Civic Organizations

Civic groups often run capital campaigns to renovate or restore historical landmarks, establish memorials, or fund large-scale public works projects like parks and libraries. Their goals are usually tied to enhancing the public good and preserving shared community assets.

Environmental Nonprofits

Environmental organizations rely on capital campaigns to secure large tracts of land for conservation, establish permanent endowments for long-term stewardship, or build interpretive and educational facilities. These campaigns aim to protect natural resources and fund significant, enduring ecological projects.

Animal-Related Organizations

These nonprofits frequently seek capital funding to construct new shelters with modern veterinary facilities, establish sanctuaries for rescued animals, or expand kennel capacity. Their campaigns are often driven by the urgent need to upgrade facilities that provide direct animal care and housing.

Arts and Culture Nonprofits

Museums, theaters, symphonies, and galleries run capital campaigns to fund the construction of new performance halls, the acquisition or preservation of significant collections, or the renovation of historical venues. These efforts are crucial for expanding programming space and ensuring the long-term viability of cultural institutions.

Churches and Religious Organizations

Religious organizations commonly use capital campaigns to raise funds for major building projects, such as renovating or constructing new places of worship, expanding classrooms for faith-based education, or creating community outreach centers. These campaigns often tie the fundraising goal directly to the organization’s spiritual and community mission.

Who Can Help You Conduct a Capital Campaign?

Capital campaigns are significant undertakings, so nonprofits usually turn to professional fundraising consultants to help plan and execute them. A consultant or advisor can help with campaign planning, feasibility studies, prospect research, fundraising and solicitation, event planning, and more.

Our recommendation:

We suggest taking a hands-on approach to your capital campaign with our preferred expert: Capital Campaign Pro.

This innovative campaign support system gives you everything you need to plan and run your capital campaign: resources, expert guidance, templates, hands-on experience, and access to a community of other nonprofits also conducting campaigns.

The traditional consulting approach, while often effective, can be quite expensive and opaque, meaning your team won’t have access to all of the campaign tools or learn how all the pieces of the campaign fit together. Capital Campaign Pro offers an alternative approach that can yield immense benefits for your team, even long after your capital campaign comes to a successful end.

How Can You Market Your Capital Campaign?

A well-marketed capital campaign can launch big projects for your mission. Before entering the public phase of your campaign, make sure you have a well-thought-out marketing plan. Here are some core considerations as you brainstorm marketing strategies with your team.

Your Website

Your nonprofit’s website should serve as the single most critical communications hub for your entire capital campaign. For this reason, we suggest dedicating a prominent section or a separate landing page to the campaign, ensuring it clearly features the Case for Support, the running campaign total, a direct donation form, and compelling visuals of the project’s future impact.

Furthermore, for your top-tier major donors, it should be easy to launch challenge matches in support of your capital campaign straight from your website. Making this high-level participation seamless signals that you are prepared for transformational gifts and empowers leadership donors to instantly amplify the campaign’s public momentum.

Google Ads

Once your capital campaign information is live on your website, paid advertising is a wonderful way to get that content in front of potential prospects. Using the Google Grants program, you can receive up to $10,000 to spend on Google Ads for free each month. With careful keyword research, you can amplify your campaign’s landing page on Google Search and drive more traffic to it.

For the best results, we recommend working with a Google Grants consultant to create inspiring ads that target the right users on Google.

Brochures

A brochure gives you plenty of space to cover the key details of your capital campaign.

The most compelling brochures feature what your project will accomplish and who it’ll benefit, whether that’s building a shelter for the homeless, an animal sanctuary for endangered species, or something else. Paint a picture with words and images about how your work will create a difference. Then provide details on how to get involved, such as visiting your campaign page’s URL.

Email

Email has the highest ROI of any marketing channel, so include it in your outreach!

When you move into the public phase of your campaign, send regular emails to announce it. Then, provide updates along the way. You have seconds to get your point across, so keep your emails short and include a clear call to action in each one, giving the reader their exact next step. Then, top it all off with a subject line that encourages recipients to open the email.

What Does The Research Say About Capital Campaigns?

Especially if you’re preparing for your organization’s first capital campaign, you may be wondering, “What evidence is there that we can succeed?”

Capital Campaign Pro recently conducted a benchmark study, surveying nearly 300 U.S. and Canadian nonprofits with varying experiences with capital campaigns. Here are some of the insights from the study:

  • 94% of organizations considered their capital campaign a success.
  • On average, nonprofits raise $8.9 million in a capital campaign.
  • For small organizations (nonprofits with < $1 million in annual revenue), campaign goals were smaller and raised about $3.5 million. These organizations typically had higher levels of major donor relationship building, fundraising system improvement, and more active executive directors and boards.
  • Other than raising money, nonprofits that had conducted a capital campaign cited the following benefits: strengthened relationships with major donors (72%), becoming more effective at soliciting large gifts (50%), increasing development staff effectiveness (39%), developing better fundraising systems (38%), and more board member engagement in fundraising (32%).

Download your free copy of the benchmark study to learn more.

The Capital Campaign Process

Planning a Capital Campaign

Your nonprofit needs to carefully plan its capital campaign before it begins fundraising to ensure the implementation process goes as smoothly as possible. Without a thorough plan in place, your team may not successfully anticipate issues before they arise and may realize too late that your fundraising strategy needs revision. Some tasks that should be completed in the planning phase include:

Determining objectives & working financial goal

The objectives of your campaign are the reasons you’re conducting your campaign. For instance, you may want to purchase new supplies and equipment or renovate your facility. Your financial goal will depend on the scope and size of the project your organization is undertaking. You should arrive at this number after careful calculation and accounting for hidden costs.

Conducting a feasibility study or report

We’ll go over the details of a feasibility report in a later section, but it’s vital to the success of your capital campaign. A feasibility report is essentially “product-testing” your campaign. You want to ensure the community will support your project, and a feasibility report helps you do just that.

Creating a gift range chart

Once you’ve tested the feasibility of your campaign and have a more solid financial goal, create a gift range chart. This visualization shows how many gifts your nonprofit needs to secure at different levels. You can take this a step further by developing a depth chart, which attaches specific prospect and donor names to each gift.

Establishing your communications strategy

Determine how you’ll get the word out about your campaign during both the quiet and the public phases. Review the strategies listed above, like using Google Ad Grants or creating a brochure, while also considering what you know about your community and the communications they’ve responded to in the past.

Developing your budget

Capital campaigns are used to raise money for large projects, but they also cost money to prepare and launch. You’ll need to account for marketing materials, event costs, and other fundraising expenses that may arise.

Setting a deadline

Your deadline will largely depend on your financial target and the pool of donors you expect to donate. You don’t want to make your deadline too soon and risk not reaching your goal. On the other hand, you don’t want to set a deadline that’s five years from now when it would only take two years to raise the money.

Implementing a Capital Campaign

After all of the hard work in the planning phase, it’s time to implement your capital campaign! There are two main segments within the implementation process:

The Quiet Phase

The quiet phase is not open to the public; instead, it relies on contributions from your major donors. During this stage, your committee members will reach out to your major donors and local businesses to solicit large donations. Usually, capital campaigns raise 50-70% of their total during the quiet phase, and it’s a great opportunity to kick off the prospect research and appending processes to learn more about your target donors.

The Public Phase

The public phase begins with a kickoff event, sometimes at the building site (when applicable). Once the public phase begins, donors can give as much as they want. Your committee can still solicit major gifts, but the focus should be on broad marketing to as many donors as possible.

Once you reach your goal in the public phase, it’s time to celebrate! However, don’t neglect important donor stewardship tasks, such as thanking your donors and continuing to communicate with them. Capitalize on the relationships you strengthened during your campaign in order to secure future engagement and support.

Essentials for a Successful Capital Campaign

A Feasibility Study

Feasibility studies are crucial to the success of any capital campaign. They essentially determine whether or not your donors and the community will be willing to support your organization’s project.

Think of your feasibility study as a critical must-have instead of an optional step. It will help you get a leg up on your campaign from the get-go. In fact, Capital Campaign Pro found that organizations that conducted a feasibility study raised, on average, 115% of their original campaign goal, compared with 101% for those that did not.

During a feasibility study, your organization’s leaders or an outside consultant will sit down and interview 30 to 40 individuals from the community. The experts at Capital Campaign Pro recommend taking a hands-on, guided approach in which your nonprofit’s leaders conduct the interviews personally with the support of a campaign advisor. You’ll then work together to distill insights and recommendations.

We recommend interviewing a combination of:

  • Community leaders: Mayors, local representatives, and company board members will have valuable insight into the feasibility of your capital campaign. Test the waters by talking to the movers and shakers of your local community. Make sure to get leaders from a variety of industries and sectors.
  • Current and past board members: Your current and past board members can offer valuable perspectives and opinions on whether the capital campaign will be successful. Previous board members can do the same, and they may also be able to offer good advice if they have experience with capital campaigns during their tenure.
  • Staff members: It’s important to gather their thoughts on your capital campaign before you launch it. They might have insights or reservations that you hadn’t thought of before. Depending on the size of your nonprofit, you might not be able to interview every single staff member. Instead, grab a leader from each department to talk to during your feasibility study.
  • Major donors: These donors will contribute the most to your capital campaign. It makes sense to interview them to get their input about your fundraising efforts. Talk to previous major gift donors as well as any prospects in your community who you think might want to donate to your capital campaign.

Questions to ask your interviewees during a feasibility study will range from personal (“What is your connection to the organization?”) to more broad (“Do you think this organization can raise the money for this project?”).

Here are a few questions to consider:

  • How do you feel about our case for support?
  • How do you feel about the project as a whole?
  • Do you think our goal and deadline are attainable and reasonable?
  • How do you think the community will respond to the project and campaign?
  • Who do you think will be the biggest supporters of this campaign?

By the end of the feasibility study, your organization should be able to determine whether or not you have the support needed to raise money for your capital campaign.

Powering your feasibility study with employment data

Modern fundraising best practices recognize that wealth indicators and philanthropic connections go hand in hand with professional background. Powering your feasibility study and quiet-phase outreach with up-to-date donor employment data is key to identifying top prospects and accurately assessing their capacity. Traditional wealth screening may only capture real estate or stock holdings, but sophisticated data tools, often powered by workplace giving providers, can pinpoint a prospect’s current employer, workplace giving potential, and more. This information is invaluable because it not only confirms their financial capacity but also reveals their eligibility for matching gifts and volunteer grants.

By combining internal giving history with comprehensive employment data, your team can prioritize outreach to individuals with the greatest capacity to make a transformational gift and simultaneously unlock matching funds from their employers.

A Capital Campaign Committee

Before you begin planning your capital campaign, you’ll first want to gather a committee of dedicated individuals around you to help with its planning and execution. People you should consider for your capital campaign committee include:

  • Board Members
  • Staff Members
  • Major Gift Donors
  • Challenge Match Leaders
  • Volunteer Leaders
  • Community Leaders

Don’t feel obligated to create a massive capital campaign committee that includes every board member, staff member, and major donor in your organization’s history. The committee should be big enough to handle the particulars of the capital campaign but small enough to give everyone an opportunity to voice their opinion.

Prospect Research

As a valuable tool you can leverage to better understand your donor base, prospect research can help you learn more about your donors. This includes their:

  • Past giving history to your organization
  • Previous donations to other nonprofits and political campaigns
  • Business connections
  • Employment information
  • Basic data like name, email address, and phone number

Having this information will help guide you toward your major donors. Because major gifts are going to drive the first half to two-thirds of your capital campaign, you’ll need to be well prepared to make those donation appeals.

With prospect research on your side, you’ll be more than ready to solicit those major donations from your supporters.

A Case for Support

A case for support is a document that outlines your nonprofit’s justification for hosting a capital campaign. It is useful for both your feasibility study and the quiet and public phases of the campaign.

For that reason, your case for support must be airtight and convincing! Convey a sense of urgency as concisely and clearly as possible. After all, donors want to know why they should support you and how they can help. Your case for support should include:

  • Your nonprofit’s background
  • Your cause and services
  • Your future goals
  • The reason for the capital campaign
  • An explanation of the capital campaign

A great case for support will be branded to your organization. Just take a look at this example from St. Ursula’s Academy.

Capital Campaign Case for Support Example

As this example from Aly Sterling’s Capital Campaign guide demonstrates, nonprofits can creatively showcase their financial goals while capturing the spirit of their cause! Specifically, the branded colors, the heartfelt text, and the easy-to-understand fundraising goals make this case for support tangible.

The Right Tools + Technology

The complexity and scale of a modern capital campaign require specialized technology to manage donor data, automate outreach, and capture every available dollar. While human relationship building is always paramount, smart technology ensures that no opportunity is left on the table, especially when dealing with thousands of donors and a high financial goal. The good news? The right tools help you move faster and raise more by streamlining complex tasks.

One of the most critical and often overlooked components of a capital campaign is the potential revenue stream from corporate matching gifts, which can easily amount to a multi-million-dollar mistake if ignored. This is where a tool like Double the Donation becomes a non-negotiable part of your campaign technology stack. Not to mention, the platform serves a dual strategic purpose. First, it automatically identifies matching gift eligibility on your donation forms and thank you pages, ensuring donors can easily double their contributions toward your capital goal.

Second, Double the Donation’s data-appending capabilities can power your major gift prospect research by identifying an individual’s employer and associated corporate giving potential. This workplace data is key to calculating capacity, finding corporate grant connections, and confirming eligibility for those high-value matching gifts, giving your team the essential intelligence they need for successful solicitations.

How to Use Challenge Grants as a Capital Campaign Multiplier

Challenge grants offer a core strategy for maximizing campaign success and urgency in a way that just about no other fundraising vehicle can match. A challenge grant is a type of funding awarded by a grant-making entity, often a foundation or wealthy individual, typically after a nonprofit completes a specific fiscal challenge. This challenge typically involves raising a specific amount of money from other sources within a defined period.

Here’s how it works:

Creating Capital Campaign Urgency and Momentum

The primary advantage of a challenge grant is the instant urgency it creates for a capital campaign. The concept is simple yet profoundly effective: the challenge only exists for a limited time, and the matching funds are often framed in a “use it or lose it” way. This structure transforms a general plea for support into a time-sensitive opportunity for donors to double the impact of their gift.

For the public phase of a campaign, announcing a $1 million challenge grant, for instance, provides a massive, irresistible hook for all communications, galvanizing lower- and mid-level donors to participate right away.

Framing the Ask: Leveraging Major Gifts for Broader Participation

Challenge grants do not just pull in general donors; they also leverage the major gifts already secured during the quiet phase. As discussed previously, asking a lead donor to be the source of the challenge match is a powerful framing tool. The initial major gift is then publicly announced as the Challenge Match, inspiring others to follow suit. This strategy ensures that the quiet-phase gifts do double duty: they serve as the foundational funding and the motivational fuel for the rest of the campaign.

A challenge grant will sometimes match the challenge amount at a ratio of 0.5:1 to 2:1, meaning your nonprofit could stand to more than double the funds that you raise during your campaign simply by strategically applying this leverage. Do some research to find out whether there are any challenge grants available in your local area, or whether you have major donors with challenge match potential, to help your campaign reach its goal!

Here’s an example:

Capital campaign matching challenge example

Did You Know? The challenge grant model is a psychological tool as much as a fiscal one. It reduces donors’ perceived risk because they see that a major gift has already been committed (the match), and it activates a sense of community achievement by requiring collective action to unlock the larger prize.

What to Know About Capital Campaign Consultants

How to Hire a Capital Campaign Consultant

Capital campaign consultants bring valuable expertise and a refreshing outside perspective to help you plan and execute your capital campaign. However, hiring a consultant can be rather involved. After all, you’re building a partnership and a long-lasting relationship with someone who can understand your mission, meet your needs, and get along well with your existing staff.

Here are some tips for making sure you get the right fit:

1. Determine your nonprofit’s needs.

Do you need a consultant to conduct a feasibility study, or to support your efforts throughout the campaign?

2. Do your research.

Look online for consultants who offer the specialty services that you need. Consider their location, cost, and core values. Ask other nonprofits in your network for recommendations.

3. Start a conversation with your top choices.

Speak with your top consultants on the phone or in person. Get a feel for their personalities and how they’d mesh with your nonprofit.

4. Request a proposal.

Request a proposal from your top choices. Look for a consultant who understands your nonprofit’s unique needs and brings new ideas to the table.

5. Check your consultant’s references.

Ask for former clients that you can speak with to better understand how each consultant can serve your nonprofit.

6. Finalize the details.

Once you’ve selected a consultant, you can discuss changes to their proposal and the engagement. Then, sign a contract that you’re both happy with and get to work!

Top Capital Campaign Consultants

The good news is that there are a ton of capital campaign consultants available to assist your organization with its upcoming campaign. Here are a few of our recommended firms and resources:

Averill Fundraising Solutions can be a huge help with capital campaigns.

Averill Fundraising Solutions

For organizations seeking comprehensive, on-the-ground support, Averill Fundraising Solutions provides a highly experienced consulting model. Averill focuses on maximizing campaign potential through proven strategies and professional execution, offering a partnership that guides your team from the early feasibility study through final gift closing.

Averill’s approach emphasizes rigorous planning, tailored case development, and personalized coaching for your leadership and staff. Their consultants integrate directly with your internal teams, lending expertise in major donor identification, volunteer training, and meticulous campaign timeline management.

Aly Sterling Philanthropy can be a huge help with capital campaigns.

Aly Sterling Philanthropy

Organizations that require strategic guidance across various stages of growth often turn to Aly Sterling Philanthropy. While offering comprehensive capital campaign consulting, their focus is on building long-term organizational health that supports fundraising success. They work with nonprofits to ensure the capital campaign is not just a temporary project, but a launchpad for sustained major giving.

Aly Sterling Philanthropy’s campaign services begin with a deep dive into organizational readiness, ensuring your board, staff, and major gift pipeline are robust enough to support a large-scale campaign. Their consultants provide tailored advice on board engagement, case-for-support development, and integrating campaign goals with the nonprofit’s long-term strategic plan.

Capital Campaign Pro can be a huge help with capital campaigns.

Capital Campaign Pro

For nonprofit leaders interested in taking a more hands-on approach to planning and running their campaigns, other capital campaign support options are available. For example, Capital Campaign Pro combines online campaign resources with expert advising for budget-friendly support that gives you the best of both worlds. By playing an active, direct role in your capital campaign, your team will learn invaluable skills related to campaign planning, donor stewardship, major gift solicitation, and more.

With Capital Campaign Pro, nonprofits are guided through an organized capital campaign plan. The step-by-step plan, resources and templates, and coaching calls all guide you to campaign success. Further, you’re able to have one-on-one advising with one of their expert capital campaign advisors for additional support.

Unique Capital Campaign Ideas

Capital Campaigns and Fundraising Events

Fundraising events can be a great opportunity for your nonprofit to directly interact with donors and build deeper connections. Because capital campaigns often run for months and even years, there is plenty of time for your nonprofit to host fun events that bring in more donations.

Obviously, the one event you’ll need to plan is the kickoff between the Quiet Phase and the Public Phase. But you can host all sorts of fundraisers to bring your community together and raise money for your campaign.

Check out some of our favorite fundraiser ideas here!

Capital Campaigns and Challenge Grants

A capital campaign committee may elect to apply for a challenge grant to take its fundraising efforts to the next level. Challenge grants are funds released by a grant-making entity after a nonprofit completes a challenge, typically a fiscal one, making them perfect additions to capital campaigns.

A challenge grant will sometimes match the challenge amount at a ratio of 0.5:1 to 2:1. This means that your nonprofit could stand to triple the funds that you raise during your capital campaign with the help of a challenge grant.

Do some research to find out whether there are any challenge grants available in your local area, or whether you have major donors with challenge match potential, to help your capital campaign reach its goal!

Explore our complete guide to challenge match fundraisers here.

Capital Campaigns and Employee Matching Gifts

Matching gifts can speed up your capital campaign by twofold. These corporate giving programs reward employee donations to nonprofits by doubling or, in some cases, tripling employees’ donations to eligible organizations.

Not every donor will work for a company that matches donations, and even if they do, every company has different guidelines and restrictions that must be followed before the matching funds are released. But your organization should still promote matching gifts to all of your capital campaign donors!

Why? Well, since 50-70% of your capital campaign funds will come from major gifts, those donations mean even more when they are doubled. It can’t hurt to remind your donors of matching gift programs.

Download our ultimate guide to matching gifts to learn more!

Capital Campaigns and Other Corporate Donations

Companies, big and small, are often willing to support nonprofit projects, such as capital campaigns. Not only does it allow them to be more philanthropic, but it also provides tax benefits and enables them to form meaningful partnerships with organizations.

Therefore, it’s a smart move for some members of your capital campaign committee to ask businesses for cash and in-kind donations for your capital campaign. Some companies will respond favorably and donate generously, while others will have guidelines on the types of nonprofits and projects they support. The best route to take is to research which companies offer grant programs and regularly donate to nonprofit organizations.

Check out the top companies that donate to nonprofits here!

Wrapping Up & Additional Resources

The journey through a capital campaign is perhaps the most ambitious, rewarding, and transformative endeavor a nonprofit can undertake. It requires meticulous planning, unwavering board commitment, and a willingness to embrace the strategic process.

The ultimate takeaway? Don’t go it alone. Use this guide as your roadmap, commit to thorough preparation, and step confidently into the process. The vision you hold for your organization’s future, that new facility, expanded endowment, or vital program expansion, is within reach.

Now, take this knowledge, choose your path forward, and prepare to make your organization’s boldest dreams a reality.

Interested in learning more with additional fundraising resources and guides? Here’s our recommended further reading:

Make the most of your capital campaigns with Double the Donation Matching.

Corporate Volunteering Insights From the Recent Summit

7 Corporate Volunteering Insights From the Fall 2025 Summit

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Corporate volunteering is an essential part of many businesses’ corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies, and nonprofits that understand how to tap into this resource can reap significant benefits. However, effectively engaging corporate volunteers requires strategy, communication, and adaptability.

At the recent Workplace Fundraising + Volunteering Summit, nonprofit and corporate leaders shared valuable insights on how organizations can leverage workplace volunteering to boost engagement, strengthen partnerships, and maximize their impact. In this blog post, we’ll break down seven key takeaways from this event that nonprofits can apply to make the most of corporate volunteer opportunities.

  1. There’s a growing focus on volunteerism among companies.
  2. Companies and nonprofits are looking for sustainable partnerships.
  3. Employee Resource Groups can be an invaluable asset.
  4. Proactive engagement is key.
  5. Virtual and on-site opportunities go hand-in-hand.
  6. Using your data can go a long way.
  7. Marketing corporate volunteer opportunities is a must.

Meet the Speakers:

  • Jim Starr of America’s Charities

    The President & CEO of America’s Charities, Jim Starr leads initiatives to help nonprofits engage employees in workplace giving and matching gifts.

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  • Fernando Lorence of JPMorgan Chase

    As Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility at JPMorgan Chase, Fernando leads the company’s efforts in volunteerism and workplace giving.

    Add him on LinkedIn.

  • Joni Celiz of Martha’s Table

    Joni Celiz is the Director of Institutional Development at Martha’s Table, where she leads fundraising and community engagement efforts, including volunteerism.

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  • Marlene Lee of Alex’s Lemonade Stand

    Marlene is the Development Coordinator at Alex’s Lemonade Stand, where she builds partnerships to drive funding for childhood cancer research.

    Add her on LinkedIn.

  • Beth Amodio of One Warm Coat

    Beth Amodio is the President and CEO at One Warm Coat, where she oversees fundraising and donor relations, including matching gifts and volunteerism.

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As businesses increasingly prioritize social responsibility initiatives, corporate volunteering has emerged as a powerful tool for nonprofits seeking to build meaningful, long-lasting partnerships. Let’s find out how your team can tap into this opportunity as effectively as possible!

Access more corporate volunteering insights with presentation replays.

1) There’s a growing focus on volunteerism among companies.

Corporate volunteering programs are no longer just a nice-to-have; they are becoming a core part of many companies’ strategies to engage employees and give back to the community. During the summit, Jim Starr from America’s Charities and Fernando Lorence from JPMorgan Chase highlighted the increasing importance of volunteerism as a tool for employee engagement, corporate reputation, and community impact alike.

Fernando explained that large corporations, such as JPMorgan Chase, are increasingly focusing on skills-based volunteering, in which employees use their professional expertise to benefit nonprofit organizations. This type of volunteering is highly valuable to both the employee and the company, as it allows team members to make a meaningful impact while also developing their skills.

Looking to tap in? Aim for opportunities to engage corporate volunteers in areas such as mentoring, project management, financial planning, or technical support. These skills-based volunteer engagements are highly sought after and often offer more substantial and lasting contributions to nonprofits.

2) Companies and nonprofits are looking for sustainable partnerships.

Corporate volunteer programs are most effective when built on sustainable, long-term partnerships between companies and nonprofits. Fernando stressed that nonprofits should aim to develop relationships with corporate partners that go beyond just one-off volunteer events. By aligning volunteer opportunities with the company’s mission and values, nonprofits can ensure that their partnership is meaningful and long-lasting.

A significant part of this strategy involves constant communication and feedback. Therefore, companies and nonprofits must continually engage with one another to ensure that volunteer programs remain relevant and impactful. After a volunteering event, nonprofits should provide feedback to corporate partners to demonstrate the value of their employees’ efforts. Using surveys, testimonials, and media like photos and videos can help capture the success of these events and show companies how their employees’ contributions are making a real difference.

For more insights into what companies want when it comes to volunteer partnership, watch the Summit session on-demand here.

3) Employee Resource Groups can be an invaluable asset.

One powerful way to engage with corporate volunteer programs is through Employee Resource Groups (or ERGs).

As Fernando Lorence, Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility at JPMorgan Chase, shared, “ERGs within companies can be a valuable entry point for nonprofits looking to engage with companies for volunteer opportunities.”

ERGs are groups within a company that are typically focused on a shared characteristic or cause, such as race, gender, or community involvement. They often have a dedicated pool of motivated employees who are eager to give back to the community.

By understanding the values and focus areas of these groups, nonprofits can form tailored, targeted volunteer opportunities that resonate with these employees. Session presenters emphasized the importance of maintaining communication with ERGs and finding ways to align nonprofit missions with the interests of these groups.

4) Proactive engagement is key.

To maximize the impact of corporate volunteerism, nonprofits must take a proactive approach to engaging with companies. For this reason, Fernando advised nonprofits not to wait for companies to approach them, but rather to research companies, understand their volunteer culture, and pitch relevant volunteer opportunities.

For large organizations, it’s essential to understand which departments or business units are responsible for different types of volunteer programs.

Jim Starr, President & CEO of America’s Charities, emphasized, “It’s crucial to align a company’s volunteer programs with its strategic priorities, such as community growth, small business support, and youth development.”

Companies are more likely to participate in volunteer initiatives that align with their mission and focus areas, so nonprofits should tailor their proposals accordingly.

Actionable Insight: Don’t wait for companies to come to you; instead, research potential partners and proactively pitch relevant volunteer opportunities.

5) Virtual and on-site opportunities go hand-in-hand.

The future of corporate volunteering will be a combination of both virtual and on-site opportunities.

Beth Amodio, President and CEO from One Warm Coat, shared, “Offering both physical and virtual volunteer opportunities has significantly expanded our nonprofit’s reach.”

While traditional coat drives remain popular, the organization has also adapted by offering virtual drives at times when in-person engagement was on hold. This flexibility allows corporate volunteers to participate in ways that suit their schedules, preferences, and locations.

Beth further emphasized the importance of making volunteer opportunities local to employees, as this strengthens their connection to the community they are serving. Even for virtual events, having a local impact, such as providing coats to a specific region, increases the sense of connection between volunteers and the cause.

For even more corporate volunteer management tips, watch the on-demand presentation here.

6) Using your data can go a long way.

Data is a valuable resource when managing corporate volunteer programs.

As Joni Celiz, Director of Institutional Development from Martha’s Table, discussed, “Our team uses tools like Double the Donation to identify which companies offer volunteer time off (VTO) or volunteer grants.”

By tracking this data, nonprofits can then target the right corporate partners and encourage them to use these benefits for volunteering activities. Joni also explained that identifying which companies already offer VTO and other volunteer incentives helps nonprofits maximize engagement and participation.

Sara Herring, National Operations Manager from the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, noted, “Using CRM systems to track volunteer hours, matching gifts, and other corporate engagement efforts is crucial for maximizing impact.”

Tracking this data enables nonprofits to efficiently manage volunteer activities and leverage the information for future outreach.

7) Marketing corporate volunteer opportunities is a must.

Marketing is an essential aspect of corporate volunteer engagement. Marlene Lee and Joni Celiz both highlighted the importance of making volunteer opportunities visible and accessible. Whether through emails, event QR codes, or social media engagement, nonprofits need to ensure that corporate employees know how to get involved.

Marlene, Development Coordinator at Alex’s Lemonade Stand, shared, “Our team uses omni-channel marketing, including email, social media, and digital ads, to engage a wide audience.”

People consume information in different ways, so having consistent messaging across multiple channels ensures that employees can easily access volunteer opportunities. Joni also pointed out that using QR codes on event and promotional materials makes it easy for employees to access volunteer information and sign up directly from their phones. The easier it is to get involved, the more likely people actually will!

Wrapping Up

Corporate volunteering offers nonprofits a wealth of opportunities to engage with companies, build lasting partnerships, and maximize their impact. By understanding the evolving landscape of volunteerism, proactively engaging with corporate partners, and using data and effective marketing strategies, nonprofits can tap into the full potential of corporate volunteer programs.

The key to success lies in creating sustainable, long-term partnerships with companies that align with your mission, offering a combination of virtual and on-site volunteer opportunities, and leveraging technology to streamline the process. As corporate volunteering continues to grow in importance, nonprofits that embrace these strategies will be well-positioned to harness the full power of employee engagement and make a meaningful impact in their communities.

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Actionable Matching Gift Insights From the Recent Summit

6 Actionable Matching Gift Insights From the Recent Summit

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Matching gifts are an untapped resource for many nonprofits. They provide an opportunity to maximize fundraising efforts by leveraging corporate dollars, and when done right, they can significantly boost revenue.

At the recent Workplace Fundraising + Volunteering Summit, several experts shared their best practices for driving matching gift revenue, offering actionable insights for nonprofits looking to raise more through matching gifts. Let’s dive into six key takeaways that can help nonprofits supercharge their matching gift strategies.

  1. Register with CSR platforms.
  2. Centralize your matching gift processing.
  3. Tell engaging, impact-driven stories.
  4. Leverage seasonal campaigns.
  5. Ensure effective matching gift tracking and attribution.
  6. Look to the future of matching gifts.

Meet the Speakers:

  • Detra Foster of the American Heart Association

    Detra Foster is the Senior National Matching Gift Operations Lead at the American Heart Association. With years of experience in fundraising and workplace giving, she is dedicated to expanding the impact of matching gifts and workplace giving.

    Add her on LinkedIn here.

  • Stacy Devivo of Lehigh University

    Stacy DeVivo serves as the Assistant Director of Information Processing at Lehigh University, where she leads efforts to enhance the university’s matching gift program. Stacy has developed innovative strategies that increase participation in matching gifts.

    Add her on LinkedIn here.

  • Karen Bergin of Microsoft

    Karen Bergin is the Senior Director of Global Employee Engagement at Microsoft. There, Karen has helped Microsoft raise billions of dollars for nonprofits worldwide. Her team focuses on empowering employees to support causes they care about, with matching gifts playing a critical role.

    Add her on LinkedIn here.

  • Annemarie Dillon of the American Cancer Society

    Annemarie Dillon is the Director of Workplace Giving and Matching Gifts at the American Cancer Society. With extensive experience in nonprofit fundraising and matching gifts, Annemarie has played a key role in streamlining and expanding ACS’s matching gift initiatives.

    Add her on LinkedIn here.

As nonprofits continue to explore new ways to amplify their fundraising efforts, matching gifts remain an underutilized opportunity that can yield significant returns. With the right strategies in place, organizations like yours can tap into the full potential of workplace giving programs, unlocking a steady stream of additional revenue. Let’s begin.

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1) Register with CSR platforms.

One of the first steps nonprofits should take to increase their matching gift revenue is to register with leading CSR platforms. These dedicated software solutions, such as Benevity, YourCause, and CyberGrants, are commonly used by corporations to manage employee giving and match donations. By registering with these platforms ahead of time, nonprofits become eligible to receive matching gifts from the companies that use them.

Laurel Palmer, Director of the Kalamazoo College Fund, shared that partnering with these platforms is vital for raising matching gifts. She emphasized the importance of ensuring your nonprofit is listed and optimized on platforms like Benevity to access matching gifts from a wide range of corporate partners. By doing so, nonprofits open the door to significant contributions from employees of companies already engaged in matching gift programs.

If you’re not already listed on these platforms, Benevity is a great place to start. Many large companies, including keynote speaker Microsoft, use Benevity to manage their employee-giving programs, making it a critical tool for boosting workplace donations. Getting listed on these platforms not only provides access to these funds but also integrates your organization into a well-established and trusted giving process.

We recommend establishing an up-to-date account with each of the major CSR platforms, along with other CLMA-certified solutions. Here are a few popular names to help you get started:

  • Largest CSR Platforms
  • America’s Charities
  • Benevity
  • CyberGrants
  • YourCause
  • CLMA-Certified Platforms
  • Givinga
  • Millie
  • Selflessly
  • Uncommon Giving

To hear more from Microsoft’s keynote presentation, access the recording here.

2) Centralize your matching gift processing.

When it comes to matching gifts, centralizing your processing can make a world of difference in terms of efficiency and accuracy.

“Centralizing our matching gift operations helped streamline our efforts, reduce errors, and ensure that all matching gifts were properly tracked and credited.” – Annemarie Dillon, Director of Workplace Giving and Matching Gifts at the American Cancer Society

Before centralization, the American Cancer Society had local chapters handling matching gift confirmations, leading to process inconsistencies and missed opportunities going unclaimed. By consolidating the process at the national level, however, they were able to improve communication, set clear roles, and ensure accurate tracking across the organization.

For smaller nonprofits, starting small by centralizing matching gift communications can be a first step. As Sara Herring from the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation explained, even something as simple as creating a dedicated matching gift email address or inbox can be a game-changer. This allows for better communication and organization, reducing the chances of missing out on matching gift opportunities.

3) Tell engaging, impact-driven stories.

Incorporating storytelling into your matching gift campaigns can significantly boost engagement and donor participation. Stacy DeVivo of Lehigh University shared how a compelling donor story about a couple who met at the university and are passionate about supporting their alma mater through matching gifts resonated with their audience.

As Stacy DeVivo, Assistant Director of Information Processing at Lehigh University, shared, “A compelling donor story about a couple who met at the university and are passionate about supporting their alma mater through matching gifts really resonated with our audience.”

By showcasing real-life examples of how matching gifts have made a difference, nonprofits can build stronger emotional connections with their supporters. This personal touch has measurable results. Lehigh University saw a 430% increase in email click-through rates and a 563% increase in web traffic after sharing the donor story. In other words, storytelling humanizes the matching gift process and motivates donors to engage with the program.

For nonprofits, communicating stories of real donors or corporate partners can inspire others to follow suit in matching gifts. Highlight the personal impact that matching gifts have on your mission, and share those stories across your communication channels, including email, social media, and on your website.

4) Leverage seasonal campaigns.

Another key insight from the summit was the importance of leveraging seasonal campaigns to drive matching gift participation. For example, Detra Foster from the American Heart Association shared how matching gift marketing aligns well with the timing of major fundraising events like Giving Tuesday and year-end giving campaigns.

At Lehigh University, Stacy DeVivo’s team capitalized on the Match Month opportunity (also known as February) by promoting matching gifts through social media, email, and custom graphics. Additionally, they utilized Matching Wednesday, a campaign initiative following giving day Giving Tuesday, to sustain momentum and encourage additional giving.

For nonprofits, aligning matching gift appeals with these high-traffic giving days creates urgency and encourages donors to take advantage of matching opportunities before the year ends. Whether it’s Giving Tuesday, Year-End Giving, or Match Month, seasonal campaigns provide an excellent platform for promoting matching gifts. By timing your campaigns around these major events, you can maximize the impact of matching gift opportunities and create a sense of urgency that motivates donors to act. Don’t forget to remind donors of the matching gift deadline around these key dates!

For more on marketing matching gifts and what your peers are doing, access the on-demand panel discussion here.

5) Ensure effective matching gift tracking and attribution.

Tracking and attributing matching gifts can be one of the biggest challenges for nonprofits. As Jessica Otto Guay from the Pan-Mass Challenge explained, many nonprofits face difficulties when donations come in bulk, without clear breakdowns of which donations are being matched. Annemarie Dillon echoed this point, sharing how her team has become adept at tracking down matching gift donations through detective work, including cross-referencing payments with donor records and checking remittance slips.

Effective data management is crucial in ensuring that matching gifts are attributed to the correct donors. Sara Herring from the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation recommended using CRM systems to track and organize matching gifts. They use a unique identifier system to ensure each donation is correctly categorized and attributed, and they flag matching gift data early in the process to avoid confusion later.

By implementing clear tracking systems, using CRM tools, and developing processes for handling bulk donations, nonprofits can reduce errors and ensure donors are properly credited for their contributions. This not only helps with reporting but also strengthens donor relationships by accurately acknowledging their participation.

For more insights and best practices for matching gift processing, watch the presentation recording here.

6) Look to the future of matching gifts.

Looking ahead, Detra Foster from the American Heart Association shared her thoughts on the future of matching gifts, particularly in terms of technology and evolving donor behavior.

“The future of workplace fundraising will likely involve integrating AI and generative tools to personalize outreach and improve marketing strategies,” she pointed out.

These tools could help nonprofits create more effective, targeted campaigns that resonate with donors.

Another key trend is the rise of corporate volunteer programs, in which employees’ volunteer hours are converted into financial contributions to nonprofits. Microsoft has been at the forefront of this trend, offering $25 per hour for every hour its employees volunteer.

As Karen Bergin, Senior Director of Global Employee Engagement at Microsoft, stated, ‘This volunteer time donation model is an exciting avenue for nonprofits to explore, especially as more companies invest in volunteer programs.”

As the landscape of workplace giving continues to evolve, nonprofits must stay adaptable and leverage new technologies to streamline processes, personalize outreach, and engage employees in new ways. Whether through AI, volunteer time conversion, or more personalized marketing strategies, nonprofits should continue to innovate and adapt to the changing dynamics of workplace giving.

Wrapping Up

Matching gifts are a powerful, yet often underutilized, tool for nonprofits looking to maximize their fundraising efforts. By following the actionable insights shared by experts during the summit (such as registering with CSR platforms, centralizing matching gift processes, telling engaging stories, leveraging seasonal campaigns, ensuring accurate tracking, and looking to the future), nonprofits can significantly boost their matching gift revenue and deepen their relationships with donors.

It’s important to remember that matching gifts are not a one-time effort, but an ongoing process. By staying organized, collaborating across teams, and continuously refining strategies, nonprofits can create a sustainable and effective workplace giving program that drives long-term success.

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Top Companies with Special Giving Tuesday Match Programs

25 Companies with Special Giving Tuesday Match Programs

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Giving Tuesday has become one of the biggest days for charitable giving, with companies across various industries stepping up to support nonprofits and amplify their employees’ contributions. Many businesses participate by offering matching gift programs, corporate sales promotions, and other unique initiatives to support charitable causes like yours.

In this post, let’s explore twenty-five companies with special Giving Tuesday initiatives, highlighting how they are making a difference with their generous support. Specifically, we’ll cover a wide range of:

From matching gifts to matching sales and beyond, Giving Tuesday is an excellent opportunity to make the most of your corporate relationships. And the companies outlined in this post could be among your most valuable potential partners! Let’s begin.

Giving Tuesday Employee Matching Gift Programs

Leveraging employee matching gift programs is one of the most effective ways for nonprofits to increase their donations during Giving Tuesday. Many companies offer a match program as part of their corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, encouraging employees to give to causes that matter most to them.

By taking advantage of these matching opportunities, nonprofits can maximize the financial support they receive and leverage corporate partnerships to enhance their fundraising efforts.

Nike

The Nike Foundation goes above and beyond with a 2:1 matching gift on donations made through Giving Tuesday. This generous matching program enables employees to increase the value of their contributions significantly. By participating in this program, Nike employees can double their impact, with the foundation amplifying donations to nonprofit causes aligned with the company’s values. This initiative makes it easier for employees to engage in charitable giving, knowing their company will maximize their support.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

BNY Mellon

The Bank of New York Mellon offers a robust 2:1 matching gift program for donations made on Giving Tuesday, with a focus on approved nonprofit organizations, particularly those aligned with climate and sustainability. Last year, employees across 14 countries raised $1.5 million for various nonprofits. By encouraging employees to direct their donations toward climate action organizations, BNY Mellon drives positive change and incentivizes employees to give more, creating a win-win situation for everyone involved.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

Visa Canada

Visa Canada offers a 2:1 match for employee donations made on Giving Tuesday. This initiative increases employees’ total contributions, enabling them to maximize their support for charitable organizations on one of the most crucial giving days of the year. By matching donations, Visa demonstrates its commitment to helping nonprofits raise more funds and inspiring its employees to participate in philanthropy actively.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

Penguin Random House

Penguin Random House offers a 2:1 match on Giving Tuesday, encouraging employees to donate to their favorite causes. This match program increases the effectiveness of employee donations, enabling nonprofit organizations to benefit from the amplified support. By making it easier for employees to contribute, the company fosters a culture of giving and enhances its community impact through charitable partnerships.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

McKesson

McKesson offers a 2:1 match for employee donations on Giving Tuesday. The company supports a wide range of nonprofit causes, empowering employees to contribute to the organizations that matter most to them. The 2:1 match amplifies employee donations, helping McKesson achieve greater corporate social responsibility (CSR) and increase the support nonprofits can receive on this important day.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

Ulta

The Ulta Beauty Charitable Foundation supports charities such as Save the Children and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation by matching donations on Giving Tuesday. This 2:1 match makes it easier for Ulta employees to give back to meaningful causes. It’s an excellent way for the company to foster a culture of philanthropy, allowing employees to make a significant impact on charities close to their hearts, especially during a global giving event like Giving Tuesday.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

Stryker

Stryker offers a standout 3:1 match for donations made on Giving Tuesday, meaning employees’ gifts are tripled. This program encourages Stryker’s employees to give more by significantly amplifying their contributions. A 3:1 match provides a substantial incentive for employees to donate, helping nonprofits raise more funds during Giving Tuesday and making a massive difference in supporting their mission.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

NASDAQ

NASDAQ’s #GivingTuesday campaign offers a triple-matching donation program for employees’ gifts. This is an exceptional opportunity for employees to amplify their impact, with the company tripling the value of every donation made on Giving Tuesday. By supporting nonprofit organizations through matching gifts, NASDAQ demonstrates its commitment to corporate philanthropy and makes a significant impact on the causes its employees care about.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

Boston Scientific

Boston Scientific offers a 2:1 matching donation for employee contributions on Giving Tuesday. The company’s focus on amplifying donations through its match program motivates employees to engage in charitable giving while increasing the total funds raised for nonprofits. This initiative is an excellent way to drive employee participation in Giving Tuesday and support the organizations that employees care about most.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

ADP

ADP, or Automatic Data Processing, holds a matching gift campaign with a cap of $20,000 and an increased match rate of 200% for donations made on Giving Tuesday. This matching program incentivizes employees to contribute, knowing the company will match their gifts. It encourages employees to give more, expanding the support nonprofits can receive and raising awareness of causes important to both employees and the company.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

The Estée Lauder Companies

Estée Lauder typically offers a 1:1 matching gift program, but on Giving Tuesday, the company triples the value of donations through a “double-matching gifts” program. This special initiative significantly enhances employees’ contributions, providing nonprofits with valuable resources to support their missions. By offering a larger match, Estée Lauder demonstrates a strong commitment to philanthropy while encouraging greater employee participation in giving.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

Fiserv, Inc.

Fiserv typically matches employee gifts at a 1:1 ratio, but on Giving Tuesday, it offers a limited-time 2:1 match. This initiative allows employees to give more, with Fiserv amplifying their impact on Giving Tuesday. The enhanced match increases the overall contribution nonprofits receive, making this a powerful tool for employees to support charitable causes during the Global Day of Giving.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

Caterpillar

Caterpillar offers a 2:1 match for employee donations made through the Caterpillar Foundation during the two weeks leading up to Giving Tuesday. This match program encourages early engagement and maximizes nonprofits’ donation potential. With an annual cap of $1.5 million, Caterpillar incentivizes employee participation, resulting in a significant increase in funds raised for charitable causes during the Giving Tuesday campaign.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

BlackRock

BlackRock’s Giving Tuesday program offers a 2:1 match for employee donations, allowing gifts to go further and supporting a wide range of nonprofits. This program is part of BlackRock’s broader commitment to employee engagement in corporate giving, ensuring that employee contributions are maximized for the most tremendous possible impact during the Giving Tuesday campaign.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

Elevance Health

Elevance Health offers an extraordinary 3:1 match for employee donations made on Giving Tuesday, effectively quadrupling the value of their contribution. This incentive encourages employees to give generously, knowing their donations will have an even greater impact. By offering such a high match, Elevance Health helps nonprofits raise substantial funds while motivating employees to participate in Giving Tuesday.

Learn more about the company’s matching gift program here.

Companies with Giving Tuesday Matching Sales Promotions

Company sales matching programs offer a unique opportunity for consumers to support nonprofit organizations while making everyday purchases. On Giving Tuesday, many companies offer to donate a portion of sales or match specific purchases to encourage consumer participation and direct funds to charitable causes.

For nonprofits, these programs offer an easy way to engage a broader audience, as customers often make a difference without even donating directly.

Instacart + Danone

Instacart and Danone partner to donate one serving of fruits and vegetables to the Public Health Association (PHA) for every dollar spent on qualifying items during Giving Tuesday, up to 500,000 servings. This initiative makes it easy for consumers to contribute to a meaningful cause while purchasing their everyday groceries.

Learn more about the matching sales program here.

Chewy

Chewy will donate up to $1 million per week in pet food and supplies to Greater Good Charities, which supports animal welfare organizations across the U.S. Purchases made through January 1st will help support nonprofits focused on animal rescue, ensuring that customers can make a difference with every purchase.

Learn more about the matching sales program here.

Skip the Dishes

Skip the Dishes contributes $1 for every order placed on Giving Tuesday, with additional contributions made directly to Food Banks Canada. This matching program offers consumers the opportunity to make an impact while enjoying a meal, making it easy to support a worthy cause while dining out.

Learn more about the matching sales program here.

Walmart Canada

Walmart Canada donates $1 per order placed on Giving Tuesday to Food Banks Canada. For 2024, the company will also donate $1 for every toy sold to support the Children’s Miracle Network, with donations matched up to $200,000. This initiative engages customers in charitable giving while they shop, turning everyday purchases into impactful contributions.

Learn more about the matching sales program here.

Other Corporate Giving Tuesday Initiatives You Should Know

In addition to employee matching gifts and sales matching programs, many companies launch other creative corporate initiatives to support Giving Tuesday. These initiatives give businesses the opportunity to showcase their commitment to social responsibility while directly supporting nonprofit organizations on one of the most significant days of charitable giving.

By tapping into these other giving programs, nonprofits can diversify their funding sources and build stronger relationships with corporate partners.

Moderna – Corporate Volunteering

Moderna kicks off its 6th Annual Volunteer Week on Giving Tuesday, encouraging employees to contribute their time and skills to local communities. This initiative demonstrates Moderna’s commitment to making a difference beyond financial contributions by encouraging employee participation in community-driven efforts.

Learn more about the Giving Tuesday initiative here.

NatWest Group – Payroll Deduction Incentive

NatWest Group runs an incentive campaign for UK employees who sign up or increase their payroll deduction by December 31. Employees receive a £100 donation from the bank, which they can then contribute to any charity of their choice. This initiative fosters a culture of giving among employees and further supports charitable organizations.

Learn more about the Giving Tuesday initiative here.

Apollo Global Management – Charitable Giving Stipend

Apollo Global Management provides employees with $250 in charitable currency to donate to nonprofit organizations of their choice. This generous Giving Day stipend encourages employees to engage in philanthropy and supports a wide range of causes, with a significant percentage of employees participating in the program.

Learn more about the Giving Tuesday initiative here.

T-Mobile – Nonprofit Partnership

T-Mobile partners with Feeding America on Giving Tuesday, donating $1 for every click on the Feeding America feature in the T-Mobile Tuesdays app, up to $200,000. This longstanding partnership showcases T-Mobile’s commitment to supporting nonprofit organizations through both employee and customer engagement.

Learn more about the Giving Tuesday initiative here.

Twitch – Charity Streaming

The interactive livestreaming service Twitch hosts its “Together for Good” campaign on Giving Tuesday, challenging streamers to host charity streams. Twitch matches up to $100,000 in donations raised through these streams, with a focus on supporting charities like St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Learn more about the Giving Tuesday initiative here.

Nordstrom – In-Store Donations

Nordstrom supports various charities, including Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and Big Brothers Big Sisters, by offering in-store donation opportunities. Customers can contribute to these organizations at Nordstrom locations or online, enhancing the company’s commitment to giving back during the holiday season.

Learn more about the Giving Tuesday initiative here.

Wrapping Up & Additional Resources

As you plan your Giving Tuesday efforts, consider how these corporate giving programs can help maximize your nonprofit’s fundraising. By tapping into employee matching gifts, corporate sales programs, and unique corporate initiatives, you can significantly increase the funds raised for your cause.

Looking to learn more about how you can drive matching gift impact this Giving Tuesday and beyond? Check out these additional resources:

Raise more with support from these Giving Tuesday matching programs and more with Double the Donation.

The 20 Best Nonprofit Podcasts to Fuel Your Growth

The 20 Best Nonprofit Podcasts to Fuel Your Growth

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Podcasts have rapidly become one of the most popular forms of media, both in the US and worldwide. This year, around 55% of Americans (or 158 million people) are expected to listen to podcasts monthly, with 40% tuning in weekly, according to a recent study by Podcast Statistics. 

Overall, 64% of Americans have listened to a podcast at least once, and 85% are familiar with the medium. This represents impressive growth over the past two decades.

For nonprofits, social activists, and philanthropists, podcasts are more than just a platform to share knowledge. They offer a chance to hear inspiring stories, stay informed on emerging trends, and gain valuable insights to help fuel ongoing growth.

Fortunately, nonprofit professionals have access to a wealth of podcasts designed specifically for their needs. In this blog, we’ll highlight the 20 best nonprofit podcasts that can inspire and support your growth, while also exploring the many benefits of listening to podcasts.

Why Nonprofit Professionals Should Tune in to Podcasts

Here are five key reasons why nonprofit professionals listen to nonprofit podcasts:

  1. Stay Updated on Industry Trends: Nonprofit podcasts provide valuable insights into the latest trends and emerging issues within the sector, keeping professionals informed on the changes that affect their work.
  2. Learn from Experts and Peers: Podcasts feature interviews with industry leaders, successful nonprofit founders, and experts, offering real-world advice and strategies that can be applied to everyday operations.
  3. Enhance Skills and Knowledge: Listening to nonprofit podcasts helps professionals sharpen their skills, from fundraising techniques to effective communication and leadership, leading to personal and organizational growth.
  4. Find Inspiration and Motivation: Many podcasts feature uplifting stories and case studies, inspiring nonprofit professionals to persevere and make an even greater impact in their communities.
  5. Access Practical Tools and Resources: They often share actionable tips, resources, and tools that professionals can use immediately to improve efficiency, boost fundraising efforts, and enhance overall performance.

These reasons highlight how podcasts serve as a valuable tool for continuous learning and development within the nonprofit sector.

20 Must-Listen Nonprofit Podcasts for Growth and Inspiration

Discover some of our top nonprofit podcasts, featuring insights from renowned philanthropists, social innovators, CEOs, and more. Tune in and let these stories inspire your journey.

The Nonprofit Boost

The Nonprofit Boost

Where to Listen: Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube

Learn how to leverage corporate support for fundraising success for your nonprofit! 

The Nonprofit Boost is produced by the corporate giving experts at Double the Donation. Hosted by Amelia Baumann, Colleen Carroll, and Immaculate Pamintuan, this series is dedicated to helping organizations unlock new fundraising opportunities by leveraging the power of corporate partnerships.

Each episode features actionable insights and strategies from industry leaders who have successfully grown revenue through workplace giving programs like matching gifts, payroll giving, and volunteer grants.

Tune in to discover how your organization can strengthen corporate relationships, increase donor engagement, and elevate fundraising success through smarter strategies.

The Business of Giving

The Business of Giving

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Spotify, Website, and YouTube

The Business of Giving is hosted by Denver Frederick, a philanthropy expert with over 40 years of experience. This podcast dives deep into solutions for today’s most pressing social issues, such as global poverty, affordable housing, clean drinking water, and education.

Each week, Denver interviews philanthropists, nonprofit leaders, and social entrepreneurs who are making a tangible impact on the world. With over 600 episodes, The Business of Giving provides invaluable inspiration and practical insights for organizations looking to drive social change and advance their missions.

The Nonprofit Hub Podcast

Nonprofit Hub Radio

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, iHeart, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Website

Nonprofit Hub Radio covers a wide range of topics, offering insights into data, management strategies, and expert interviews. Hosted by Meghan Speer, Nonprofit Hub’s Executive Director, each 20-30 minute episode breaks down key trends to help organizations grow.

With more than 200 episodes available, this podcast focuses on governance, fundraising, and development goals, giving you actionable advice to move your organization from good to great

The Nonprofit Leadership

Nonprofit Leadership Podcast

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, Website, and YouTube 

Hosted by Dr. Rob Harter, a nonprofit executive with nearly 30 years of experience, The Nonprofit Leadership Podcast dives into the challenges and opportunities faced by nonprofit leaders. Featuring interviews with nonprofit founders and CEOs, this podcast offers real-world stories and strategies for success.

With over 300 episodes, this podcast covers everything from leadership strategies to nonprofit management, providing invaluable insights for leaders at every level.

First Day Podcast

First Day Podcast

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud, Website, and YouTube 

The First Day Podcast, produced by The Fund Raising School, is your go-to source for short, actionable fundraising advice. Each episode, typically 10 minutes, covers the latest news, research, and best practices in philanthropy and fundraising.

With nearly 400 episodes, it’s perfect for busy fundraisers who want to stay updated on the latest trends and learn quick tips on topics like major gifts, donor-advised funds, and self-care for fundraisers.

Successful Nonprofits Podcast

Successful Nonprofits Podcast

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Hosted by Dolph Goldenburg, The Successful Nonprofits Podcast brings you interviews with top nonprofit leaders and experts. Each 40-minute episode covers a wide array of topics, including risk management, social media strategies, fundraising, and nonprofit governance.

With over 300 episodes, this podcast is an essential resource for nonprofit professionals looking to improve their organization’s impact through expert advice and real-world examples.

What the Fundraising

What the Fundraising

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube

If you’re ready to break free from the old-school fundraising playbook, What the Fundraising is your new go-to podcast. Hosted by Mallory Erickson, this podcast is full of candid, raw conversations with experts outside the nonprofit sector, offering fresh strategies to raise money and run an organization.

New episodes every Tuesday, ranging from 40-60 minutes, explore creative ways to solve problems, fundraise, and disrupt the traditional nonprofit model.

Next In Nonprofits Podcast

Next In Nonprofits

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Website 

Next in Nonprofits is the ultimate podcast for nonprofit growth, hosted by Steve Boland, a digital fundraising expert. This podcast delves into the latest tools, trends, and technologies that will shape the future of the nonprofit sector.

With actionable advice and expert interviews, this podcast is perfect for nonprofit leaders looking to stay ahead of the curve and elevate their fundraising game.

Missions to Movements

Missions to Movements

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Website, and YouTube

The Missions to Movements Podcast focuses on nonprofit marketing and fundraising, helping organizations grow recurring donors and scale monthly giving programs.

With proven strategies and expert tips, this podcast is hosted by Dana Snyder and is ideal for nonprofits looking to amplify their digital campaigns and create lasting donor relationships.

The Nonprofit Show

The Nonprofit Show

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Website, and YouTube

The Nonprofit Show is a daily live video broadcast designed for nonprofit professionals to come together for problem-solving, innovation, and collaboration. Each episode dives deep into the latest trends in fundraising, social impact, and nonprofit leadership.

With over 1,100 episodes, this show offers an extensive library of knowledge and expertise to help organizations drive change and achieve their goals.

Lead with Heart

Lead with Heart

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, iHeart, and Spotify

Hosted by Haley Cooper, Lead with Heart is a podcast that empowers nonprofit leaders to focus on the heart behind their missions. Through interviews and personal stories, this podcast encourages leaders to prioritize well-being and build thriving, impactful organizations.

This podcast is a must-listen for those looking to balance passion and self-care in the world of nonprofit leadership.

The Giving Done Right Podcast

Giving Done Right

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Website

Giving Done Right, produced by the Center for Effective Philanthropy, answers the tough questions about charitable giving. Hosts Phil Buchanan and Grace Nicolette interview experts to uncover the most effective ways to make an impact with your donations.

Tune in to this podcast for expert insights on where to give, which nonprofits are truly effective, and how to ensure your charitable giving is making a real difference.

A Modern Nonprofit Podcast

A Modern Nonprofit Podcast

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Website, and YouTube

A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, powered by The Charity CFO, offers insightful discussions on business and culture topics impacting the nonprofit world. Hosted by Tosha Anderson, this podcast provides lighthearted yet informative perspectives on what’s trending in nonprofit organizations.

A perfect resource for nonprofit leaders looking to stay ahead in today’s fast-paced environment.

Nonprofit on the Rocks

Nonprofit on the Rocks

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Website, and YouTube

Nonprofit on the Rocks brings a fresh, engaging twist to nonprofit discussions. Hosted by Matt Kamin, the podcast dives into fundraising strategies, leadership challenges, and the latest trends, all served with a drink in hand.

If you’re looking for fun, insightful conversations to inspire your journey, this is the podcast for you.

Nonprofit Answers Podcast

Nonprofit Answers Podcast

Where to Listen: Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, and Website

Hosted by Jeremy Reis, Nonprofit Answers Podcast is your go-to resource for raising more money and making a greater impact. Each episode answers your nonprofit marketing and fundraising questions, offering actionable advice to help you reach more donors and increase your revenue.

From philanthropy strategies to advancement tips, Jeremy provides expert guidance on how to enhance your outreach and engagement, so you can help more people and fuel your mission’s growth.

Nonprofit Missionary Podcast

Nonprofit Missionary Podcast

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Nonprofit Missionary Podcast with Ken McQuiller helps empower small to mid-sized churches to become true missionaries in their communities. Through insightful episodes, Ken provides guidance on establishing faith-based nonprofits, securing funding, and creating impactful outreach initiatives.

Whether you’re looking to start a nonprofit or strengthen your church’s community outreach, this podcast offers practical advice and inspiration to drive change and foster growth within your congregation and community.

Fund the People

Fund the People

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Website

Fund the People brings you transformative, data-driven insights and tools to help you invest in the nonprofit workforce. Hosted by Rusty Stahl, founder of Fund the People, this podcast brings together nonprofit leaders, funders, authors, and policymakers for candid, thought-provoking conversations.

Rusty’s mission is clear: maximize investment in the US nonprofit workforce to drive equity, effectiveness, and long-term endurance. Tune in to gain valuable insights on how to strengthen your nonprofit team and create lasting change across the sector.

Nonprofit Mastermind

Nonprofit Mastermind

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts and Website 

Nonprofit Mastermind offers nonprofit founders and leaders a deep dive into the strategies and mindset needed to launch, scale, and lead a high-impact organization. This podcast explores everything from startup challenges to growth tactics, all designed to help you create a thriving, impactful nonprofit.

With expert interviews and real-world advice, Nonprofit Mastermind is your go-to resource for scaling your nonprofit with confidence, vision, and purpose.

The Intentional Fundraiser Podcast

The Intentional Fundraiser Podcast

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Website, and YouTube

Welcome to The Intentional Fundraiser Podcast, hosted by Tammy Zonker. With nearly three decades of experience specializing in major gifts, Tammy knows firsthand how critical major gifts are to an organization’s financial success, yet she also understands the challenges fundraisers face in this area.

In each episode, Tammy provides actionable strategies and expert insights to help fundraisers and nonprofit leaders build or supercharge their major gift programs. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your approach, The Intentional Fundraiser Podcast is here to guide you on the journey toward financial stability and fundraising success.

The Nonprofit Science Podcast

The Nonprofit Science Podcast

Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Website

Welcome to The Nonprofit Science Podcast, hosted by Sheela Mahajan. This podcast explores the innovative field of nonprofit science, which applies scientific thinking to drive nonprofit success.

In each episode, Sheela interviews top researchers and dives into the latest published research to provide leaders with evidence-based strategies for maximizing impact. Tune in to discover how you can leverage data and science to elevate your mission and create lasting change.

Wrapping Up

This list of best nonprofit podcasts will help you get started with an incredible resource that’s driving growth for thousands of organizations in the US and beyond.  To gain even more actionable insights, check out our resources, including blogs, case studies, webinars, and much more.

In addition to providing valuable podcast episodes, Double the Donation offers a suite of powerful tools to support your organization. Discover how our solutions can elevate workplace giving programs such as matching gifts, payroll giving, and volunteer grants for your organization.

FAQs about the Best Nonprofit Podcasts

1. Why should nonprofit professionals listen to podcasts?

Nonprofit podcasts are a powerful way to stay informed, inspired, and equipped with the latest strategies for success. They offer expert insights on fundraising, leadership, and marketing, helping professionals learn from peers and industry leaders. Many also feature real-world case studies and practical tips that can be applied immediately to strengthen your organization’s impact.

2. What is The Nonprofit Boost podcast?

The Nonprofit Boost is a podcast produced by the corporate giving experts at Double the Donation, the leader in corporate giving technology. Hosted by Amelia Baumann, Colleen Carroll, and Immaculate Pamintuan, the show helps nonprofit professionals unlock new fundraising opportunities through corporate partnerships. Each episode dives into actionable strategies around matching gifts, payroll giving, and volunteer grants to boost donor engagement and revenue.

3. How can The Nonprofit Boost help my organization grow?

By tuning in to The Nonprofit Boost, your team can learn how to effectively leverage corporate philanthropy programs to maximize fundraising success. The podcast provides proven tactics and success stories from industry experts, empowering organizations to strengthen corporate relationships, streamline donor outreach, and amplify impact through smarter fundraising strategies.

4. What are some other top nonprofit podcasts to listen to?

In addition to The Nonprofit Boost, leading shows include The Business of Giving, Nonprofit Hub Radio, What the Fundraising, and Nonprofit Leadership Podcast. These podcasts explore topics such as philanthropy trends, leadership development, data-driven fundraising, and innovative nonprofit management techniques.

5. How can I access these podcasts?

You can listen to The Nonprofit Boost and other leading podcasts on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeart, and YouTube. Subscribe to stay inspired, keep learning, and apply new strategies that elevate your organization’s mission.

12 Nonprofits That Know How to Maximize Fundraising Matches

12 Nonprofits That Know How to Maximize Fundraising Matches

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What to Do When Donors Don’t Qualify for an Employer Match

What to Do When Donors Don’t Qualify for an Employer Match

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Donors who don’t qualify for an employer match might initially seem like a setback for nonprofits, but this doesn’t always have to be the case. While employer matching gifts programs are an incredible way to amplify donations, there are numerous strategies that can help nonprofits ensure that donations still get doubled. Therefore, it’s important for nonprofits to understand the alternatives available for maximizing donor impact, even when an individual doesn’t qualify for matching gifts through their employer.

In the following post, we’ll explore four effective strategies for nonprofits looking to make the most of their fundraising efforts. These include the following employer match alternatives:

While it’s true that many donors rely on corporate matching gifts to amplify their contributions, there are a variety of ways nonprofits can still maximize their donations, even if a donor isn’t eligible for employee matching gifts. By leveraging creative strategies, nonprofits can turn these situations into opportunities for growth and engagement, helping nonprofits maintain momentum and improve their fundraising outcomes.

Let’s begin with our first recommendation.

Alternative #1: Host a challenge match.

When donors don’t qualify for an employer match, empowering them to turn their initial donation into a challenge match campaign can be an incredibly effective way to encourage giving and motivate other donors. A challenge match works by offering to match donations if certain fundraising goals are met within a specified timeframe.

For example, a major donor might agree to match donations up to $10,000 for a set period, such as a week. This gives supporters an exciting reason to contribute, even if they don’t qualify for a traditional employer match.

Challenge matches are highly effective because they play on the psychology of “matching” to motivate donors to act quickly and contribute more. They introduce a sense of urgency and competition, which can lead to an increase in donations overall.

How to Set Up a Challenge Match

The first step in hosting a challenge match is to find a matching donor. This could be an individual, corporation, or group that wants to incentivize others to give. In this case, it can be the key donor who recently found out they don’t qualify for an employer matching gift program!

Why? A challenge match gives donors the opportunity to double their impact through the nonprofit itself, bypassing the need for an employer’s involvement.

Once you have a matching donor in hand, it’s important to clearly define the terms of the match being offered. Here are some things to consider:

  • Matching Amount: Determine how much the matching donor is willing to match, and set a cap if needed.
  • Time Frame: Establish a clear timeframe for the match. Will it run for one day, one week, or one month? What happens if your match runs out early? Is there an opportunity to upsell the matching gift donor to increase their match pledge mid-campaign?
  • Matching Criteria: Clarify whether the match applies only to new donors or to existing donors as well. Will there be any restrictions on what types of contributions are eligible for the match (e.g., online gifts, event donations)? Additionally, does your organization need to reach the full match goal in order to unlock the funding, or is match funding released as donations are made?

From there, you’ll need a robust marketing strategy to promote your challenge match campaign. We recommend establishing a sense of urgency, making it visual with a fundraising thermometer or progress bar, and sharing the story behind the match. Not to mention, challenge matches often work best when paired with email campaigns, social media promotion, special incentives, and more.

Here’s how one organization promoted its challenge match fundraiser to increase awareness and participation:

Fresno Chaffee Zoo is an example of a challenge match success story.

Alternative #2: Look into a spouse or family member match.

When a donor doesn’t qualify for an employer match on their own (whether because they are not employed, don’t work at a company with a matching gift program, or don’t meet the specific qualifications), it might feel like a matching gift is completely out of reach. However, before giving up on the idea of additional matching funding, nonprofits should encourage donors to consider the possibility of family member matching gifts. After all, many companies offer matching gift programs that extend beyond the employee themselves, including spouses, dependents, and other family members.

By exploring these available options, nonprofits can uncover additional opportunities to double or even triple a donor’s impact.

For instance, let’s say that a donor named John works for a company that doesn’t offer a matching gift program, but his wife, Jane, works for a company that does. If John makes a donation to your nonprofit, Jane could submit a matching gift request to her employer, thus ensuring that John’s donation is ultimately matched. This provides a unique way to maximize the impact of donations, even when one spouse isn’t directly eligible for a match.

How to Check for Spouse Matching Opportunities

It’s essential for nonprofits to remind donors to check if their spouse’s employer offers matching gifts. As part of your donor communications, consider including a prompt or reminder about spouse matching opportunities. For example, on donation forms or in confirmation emails, you might add a message like:

“Did you know that many companies will match gifts made by you or your spouse? If your employer doesn’t match your donation, check with your spouse’s company to see if they offer matching gifts.”

This simple call-out can help donors think about this additional avenue and could significantly increase the amount of match funding your nonprofit receives. Encourage donors to contact their HR department or benefits coordinator to confirm if their spouse’s company has a matching gift program. Providing a list of well-known companies with matching gift programs in your donor communications (or linking to a matching gift search tool) can help jump-start the conversation and make it easier for donors to inquire about these opportunities.

Many major companies offer matching gifts to both spouses and other family members, though it’s important to remember that each program has different rules, eligibility criteria, and limits. Some notable employers that have been known to offer spouse and dependent matching include CarMax Foundation, Coca-Cola Company, Intel Corporation, and more.

CarMax's family-inclusive matching gift policy

While spouse and dependent matching programs are often overlooked, they can significantly increase the total funding your nonprofit receives if the original donor doesn’t qualify for a match. By encouraging donors to tap into their family members’ eligibility, you’re opening new funding streams that wouldn’t otherwise be available.

Alternative #3: Advocate for a new employer match program.

If a donor works for a company that doesn’t currently offer a matching gift program, that doesn’t mean it never will. In fact, the employer might just need a little nudge to do so, which may make it worth advocating for the introduction of a matching gift program at their business.

Unfortunately, the process of advocating for a new employer match program can seem daunting for individual employees. Still, with the right approach, it can be a highly effective strategy for nonprofits and their donors looking to expand their fundraising opportunities. In other words, an advocate, a donor, or a nonprofit can help bridge this gap by presenting the compelling case for why their employer should establish such a program. By working with the donor to navigate the advocacy process, your organization can open the door to a consistent stream of matching gift opportunities that will continue to generate significant support in the future.

How to Advocate for a New Matching Gift Program

Advocating for a new corporate matching gift program generally involves an existing employee presenting the case clearly, organized, and compellingly. Here are the key steps that nonprofits can guide their donors through when advocating for a matching gift program:

  1. Cover the Basics of Matching Gifts: The first step is to help the donor understand how matching gift programs work. This will ensure they can clearly explain the concept to their employer and make an informed case. Knowing how these programs operate helps build the foundation for a successful advocacy effort.

  2. Explain the Benefits to the Employer: Advocating for a matching gift program benefits the nonprofit and the donor and provides several advantages to the company. Donors should emphasize these benefits when communicating with their employers. The added employee engagement and retention, as well as the positive impact on brand image and overall sales, are key selling points that can help convince decision-makers to establish a program.

  3. Provide Examples of Companies with Matching Gift Programs: To further bolster their case, donors can highlight examples of well-known companies that already have matching gift programs in place. Showing that competitors or similar businesses within the industry are already offering matching gifts can serve as social proof and motivate employers to keep up with the trend.

  4. Share Resources to Streamline Program Development: Many employers may hesitate to start a matching gift program because they worry about the time and effort required to manage it. To address this concern, nonprofits can share resources that streamline the process. For instance, Double the Donation offers a step-by-step guide to establishing a matching gift program, including setting up submission processes, determining eligibility criteria, and tracking donations. Sharing such resources (including recommended CSR management platforms) makes it easier for companies to implement the program and ensures it runs smoothly.

  5. Use a Template to Communicate the Request: To make the process easier, donors can use a template letter (such as the one in this guide) to request that their company launch a matching gift program. A well-crafted template will ensure that the message is clear, professional, and persuasive, increasing the chances that the request will be taken seriously.

Template for advocating for a matching gift program

All in all, advocating for a new matching gift program at an employer can be a game-changer for nonprofits, unlocking a new stream of funding and expanding the reach of their fundraising efforts. This not only benefits the individual donor but also strengthens the long-term partnership between the nonprofit and the company, helping both sides maximize their impact on the causes they care about.

Alternative #4: Encourage recurring gifts (including payroll giving!).

When a donor doesn’t qualify for a workplace matching gift program, it might seem like all options for amplifying their donation are exhausted. However, just because they can’t participate in one type of workplace giving program doesn’t mean they can’t participate in another. One valuable alternative is encouraging donors to set up recurring gifts, including payroll giving, which can significantly benefit both the donor and the nonprofit.

Recurring gifts are donations that are automatically charged to a donor’s credit card or deducted from their paycheck on a regular basis, such as monthly, quarterly, or annually. Even if a donor doesn’t qualify for a matching gift through their employer, they can still give in a consistent, impactful way that extends their contribution over time.

In fact, encouraging recurring donations, including payroll giving, is an excellent strategy for nonprofits, as it provides sustainable, predictable revenue streams. When donors commit to giving regularly, they ensure their support for your cause extends far beyond a single contribution. This provides nonprofits with a steady flow of funds to support ongoing programs, plan for future initiatives, and maintain organizational operations without the constant need to raise new funds.

How to Encourage Recurring and Payroll Gifts

To effectively encourage recurring and payroll giving, nonprofits should clearly communicate the benefits of these giving methods to their donors. This could include:

  • Highlighting the ease of payroll giving: Emphasize how simple it is to set up payroll deductions and how it allows donors to give automatically without having to remember to make regular payments. Providing clear instructions on how to set up payroll giving through an employer is key.

  • Promoting the long-term impact of recurring gifts: Donors may be more inclined to commit to recurring gifts if they understand the significant impact of their contributions. For example, a donor who gives $10 per month is contributing $120 annually, which can make a substantial difference when aggregated with contributions from other recurring donors.

  • Offering donor recognition for recurring and payroll gifts: Donors who commit to recurring donations should be recognized for their continued support. This not only acknowledges their contribution but also strengthens their sense of belonging and engagement with the organization.

Take a look at how Pets for Patriots promotes the payroll giving opportunity on their website:

Pets for Patriots Payroll Giving Page

Encouraging recurring gifts, including payroll giving, is a highly effective way to maximize donations when donors don’t qualify for workplace matching programs. These giving options provide nonprofits with a reliable and predictable revenue stream, enabling better financial planning and long-term sustainability. They also deepen the relationship between donors and organizations, ensuring that contributions continue to have a lasting impact.

Wrapping Up & Next Steps

When donors don’t qualify for an employer match, it’s essential to understand that there are still numerous ways for them to maximize their contributions. By implementing strategies such as challenge matches, leveraging family member matching opportunities, or even advocating for new employer programs, nonprofits can sustain their fundraising momentum in the long run.

These alternatives not only help maximize the individual’s impact but also create long-term engagement and loyalty.

Interested in learning more about how you can maximize your fundraising? Check out these recommended resources:

What to do when a donor is ineligible for corporate matching gifts: look for other workplace giving opportunities with Double the Donation!

Companies in Columbus that Offer Powerful Volunteer Initiatives

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Columbus, Ohio, stands as a vibrant and growing metropolitan hub, known not only for its diverse economy but also for its strong commitment to community engagement and philanthropy. The city’s dynamic business environment is home to numerous corporations that actively support volunteerism through structured programs designed to encourage employees to give back. These initiatives not only foster a culture of social responsibility but also provide nonprofits with valuable resources to amplify their impact.

In Columbus, the synergy between corporate entities and nonprofit organizations is particularly notable. Many companies headquartered or operating in the city have developed comprehensive volunteer programs, including volunteer grant opportunities and Volunteer Time Off (VTO) policies. These programs empower employees to contribute their time and skills to causes they care about, while nonprofits benefit from increased funding and volunteer support. Understanding these corporate volunteer initiatives is essential for nonprofits seeking to maximize their partnerships and community reach in Columbus.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through:

Columbus’ corporate volunteer landscape is growing and full of opportunity. This guide will introduce you to the top companies in Columbus offering corporate volunteer programs and provide you with the tools to engage with these organizations, helping your nonprofit expand its impact and make a lasting difference in the community. Let’s get started!

What to Know About Major Columbus Companies in the Corporate Volunteer Space

Columbus is a thriving city that ranks among the Midwest’s most significant metropolitan areas and is nationally recognized for its robust economy and business-friendly environment. It serves as a central hub for industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, and manufacturing, which collectively contribute to the city’s economic vitality. This diverse industrial base attracts a wide range of companies, including several Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 firms, making Columbus a significant player in the national and global business landscape.

The city is currently home to more than 20 Fortune 1000 companies, with a strong presence of corporate headquarters and regional offices. This concentration of businesses creates a fertile ground for corporate philanthropy and volunteerism. Many of these companies have embraced the importance of social responsibility, embedding volunteer initiatives into their corporate culture. As a result, Columbus nonprofits benefit from a supportive ecosystem where corporate volunteer programs, such as volunteer grants and volunteer time off, are not only encouraged but actively promoted.

Columbus’s strategic location and economic diversity have made it a magnet for businesses seeking growth and opportunities for community engagement. The city’s population ranks among the top 15 in the United States, further underscoring its importance as a center of commerce and civic life. This demographic strength supports a vibrant nonprofit sector that collaborates closely with corporate partners to address local needs.

Top Companies in Columbus That Offer Volunteer Grant Programs

Volunteer grant programs are a powerful way for companies to support nonprofits based on their employees’ volunteer hours financially. In Columbus, many leading companies have established such programs, enabling nonprofits to receive additional funding while encouraging employees to engage in meaningful volunteer work. Below, we explore some of the top companies in Columbus that offer volunteer grant programs, detailing their eligibility criteria, grant amounts, and unique features.

IBM

IBM, a global leader in technology and consulting, has a well-established volunteer grant program that rewards employees for their community service. Eligible IBM employees can request grants for nonprofits where they volunteer, typically requiring a minimum of 20 volunteer hours. The program offers grants up to $1,000 per employee annually, with submissions accepted multiple times a year. IBM’s program encourages a wide range of volunteer activities, emphasizing education, technology access, and community development.

Learn more about the program here.

Apple

Apple, renowned for its innovation in consumer electronics and software, supports volunteerism through its volunteer grant program. Employees who volunteer at least 10 hours can apply for grants that generally range up to $500 per year. Apple’s program focuses on causes related to education, environmental sustainability, and human rights. The company allows employees to submit grant requests quarterly, providing nonprofits with a steady stream of potential funding linked to volunteer efforts.

Learn more about the program here.

Honeywell

Honeywell, a multinational conglomerate specializing in aerospace, building technologies, and performance materials, offers a volunteer grant program that incentivizes employee volunteerism. Employees who contribute at least 20 hours of volunteer service annually can request grants up to $500 for their chosen nonprofits. Honeywell’s program supports a broad spectrum of volunteer activities, including STEM education, community safety, and environmental initiatives, reflecting the company’s diverse business interests.

Learn more about the program here.

Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson, a global leader in healthcare products and pharmaceuticals, provides a robust volunteer grant program for its employees. Eligible employees must volunteer a minimum of 20 hours to qualify for grants of up to $1,000 per year. The program encourages volunteerism in health-related causes, community wellness, and education. Johnson & Johnson accepts grant submissions on a rolling basis, allowing nonprofits to benefit throughout the year.

Learn more about the program here.

Coca-Cola

Coca-Cola, a global beverage leader, offers a volunteer grant program that rewards employees for their community involvement. Employees must volunteer a minimum of 20 hours to be eligible for grants, which can reach up to $500 annually. The program supports a variety of causes, including environmental sustainability, education, and community development. Coca-Cola processes grant requests quarterly, ensuring nonprofits have multiple chances to benefit.

Learn more about the program here.

Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton, a management and technology consulting firm, encourages employee volunteerism through its volunteer grant program. Employees who volunteer 20 or more hours can request grants up to $500 for nonprofits. The program focuses on education, veterans’ services, and community resilience. Grant submissions are accepted twice yearly, providing nonprofits with consistent funding opportunities tied to employee volunteerism.

Learn more about the program here.

Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management and automation, offers a volunteer grant program that rewards employees for their volunteer hours. Employees who contribute at least 20 hours annually can request grants up to $500. The program supports causes related to energy access, sustainability, and education. Schneider Electric accepts grant requests on a rolling basis, allowing nonprofits to benefit year-round.

Learn more about the program here.

Leading Columbus Companies That Provide Volunteer Time Off

Volunteer Time Off (VTO) programs are another impactful way companies in Columbus support employee volunteerism. These programs allow employees to take paid time off to volunteer, making it easier for them to contribute to causes they care about without sacrificing income. Below, we highlight some of the leading Columbus companies that offer VTO programs, detailing the amount of paid time off available and any specific program guidelines.

Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson offers a generous VTO program that allows employees to take paid time off specifically for volunteering. Employees are typically eligible for up to 16 hours of VTO annually. The program encourages volunteering in health, education, and community wellness initiatives. Eligibility generally requires employees to be in good standing with the company, and the program supports a wide range of volunteer activities aligned with the company’s values.

Learn more about the program here.

Nike

Nike provides employees with paid Volunteer Time Off, allowing them to dedicate up to 16 hours per year to volunteer activities. The program focuses on youth development, sports, and education-related causes. Nike encourages employees to volunteer in ways that align with the company’s mission to promote health and wellness. The VTO program is available to full-time employees and includes guidelines to ensure volunteer activities are meaningful and impactful.

Learn more about the program here.

Procter & Gamble

Procter & Gamble, a global consumer goods company, supports employee volunteerism through its VTO program. Employees can take up to 16 hours of paid time off annually to volunteer. The program emphasizes community service, education, and environmental sustainability. Eligibility criteria include a minimum tenure with the company, and the program encourages employees to participate in volunteer activities that reflect P&G’s commitment to social responsibility.

Learn more about the program here.

Microsoft

Microsoft’s VTO program empowers employees to contribute to their communities by providing paid time off for volunteering. Employees can take up to 16 hours of VTO per year. The program supports a wide variety of causes, including technology education, environmental sustainability, and social justice. Microsoft encourages employees to use their VTO to engage in meaningful volunteer activities that align with both personal passions and corporate values.

Learn more about the program here.

Explore More Columbus Volunteer Programs with a Workplace Philanthropy Database

While the companies highlighted above represent some of the most prominent volunteer grant and VTO programs in Columbus, many more businesses in the region and beyond offer similar opportunities that nonprofits can leverage. To uncover these additional programs, nonprofits can utilize a workplace philanthropy database like Double the Donation. Such databases provide comprehensive listings of corporate initiatives, including volunteer grants, matching gifts, payroll giving, and Volunteer Time Off programs.

Additionally, many databases offer integration capabilities, enabling nonprofits to embed corporate volunteer program information directly into their registration forms, follow-up communications, and volunteer web pages.

Promoting corporate volunteerism on your website with an embeddable database tool.

This ensures that volunteers are informed about their eligibility for corporate volunteer grants and VTO programs at the point of engagement, increasing the likelihood of securing additional funding and support. By leveraging a workplace philanthropy database, Columbus nonprofits can expand their network of corporate partners, deepen volunteer engagement, and enhance their overall fundraising strategy.

Wrapping Up & Final Thoughts

Columbus is a city where corporate volunteer initiatives thrive, supported by a diverse and robust business community. Companies headquartered or operating in the city offer a variety of powerful volunteer programs, including volunteer grants and Volunteer Time Off, that provide nonprofits with valuable resources to enhance their impact. These programs not only encourage employees to engage in meaningful community service but also translate volunteer hours into financial support for nonprofits.

Nonprofits in Columbus can leverage these opportunities by understanding the specific programs offered by major companies such as IBM, Apple, Johnson & Johnson, Nike, Coca-Cola, and Microsoft, among others. By tapping into volunteer grant programs and VTO policies, nonprofits can increase funding, deepen volunteer engagement, and build lasting partnerships with corporate entities.

Taking proactive steps to connect with these corporate volunteer initiatives will enable Columbus nonprofits to boost their community impact and foster a culture of giving that benefits both businesses and the communities they serve.

Discover How Double the Donation Volunteering Can Help Your Nonprofit

If you’re looking to make the most of corporate volunteer programs like volunteer grants and volunteer time off, now’s the time to explore Double the Donation Volunteering. Our platform helps you tap into these valuable incentives, connecting you with companies in your area and beyond that offer powerful volunteer initiatives.

By leveraging these programs, you can unlock additional funding, expand your volunteer base, and maximize the impact of your efforts. Don’t miss out on these opportunities; explore how Double the Donation can help your nonprofit effectively engage with corporate volunteerism by requesting a personalized demo today!

Companies in Indianapolis that Offer Powerful Volunteer Initiatives

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Indianapolis stands as a vibrant city known not only for its rich cultural heritage and sports enthusiasm but also for its dynamic business environment. As the capital of Indiana, it serves as a central hub for commerce, innovation, and community engagement. The city’s thriving economy and diverse corporate landscape have made it a magnet for nonprofits seeking partnerships and support through corporate volunteer initiatives.

Many companies headquartered or operating in Indianapolis have embraced the importance of corporate social responsibility, particularly through corporate volunteer programs that empower employees to give back to their communities. These initiatives not only strengthen the bonds between businesses and local nonprofits but also enhance the city’s social fabric. In this article, we will explore some of the leading companies in Indianapolis that offer impactful volunteer grant programs and volunteer time off, providing valuable opportunities for nonprofits to engage and grow.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through:

Indianapolis’ corporate volunteer environment is vibrant and packed with potential. This guide will showcase the top companies in Indianapolis offering corporate volunteer opportunities and provide strategies for connecting with these organizations to expand your nonprofit’s reach and make a lasting impact in the community. Let’s get started!

What to Know About Major Indianapolis Companies in the Corporate Volunteer Space

Indianapolis is a significant player in the national business landscape, ranking as the 17th-largest city in the United States by population. Its strategic location and robust infrastructure have attracted a wide array of industries, including healthcare, finance, technology, and manufacturing. This diverse economic base supports a strong corporate presence that actively participates in community development and philanthropy.

The city is home to more than 30 Fortune 1000 companies, with several Fortune 500 giants headquartered here or maintaining substantial operations. This concentration of major corporations creates a fertile environment for corporate volunteer programs, as these companies often lead the way in establishing structured initiatives that encourage employee engagement in social causes.

Key industries, such as healthcare (led by companies like Eli Lilly and Company) and technology (with firms like Microsoft and Cisco), play a pivotal role in shaping the corporate giving landscape. These sectors recognize the value of integrating volunteerism into their corporate culture, offering programs that include volunteer grants and volunteer time off (VTO). Therefore, nonprofits in Indianapolis can leverage this corporate volunteer culture to build meaningful partnerships, access additional funding, and engage with a workforce eager to contribute their time and skills.

Top Companies in Indianapolis That Offer Volunteer Grant Programs

Volunteer grant programs are a powerful way for companies to support nonprofits beyond direct donations. These programs provide financial grants to nonprofits based on the volunteer hours logged by employees. In Indianapolis, several leading companies have established robust volunteer grant programs that nonprofits can tap into to increase their funding and deepen community ties.

Comcast

Comcast is a global telecommunications conglomerate with a significant presence in Indianapolis. Known for its commitment to community engagement, Comcast offers a volunteer grant program that rewards employees who volunteer for nonprofit causes. Eligible employees can submit grant requests after completing a minimum number of volunteer hours, typically around 10 hours per calendar year.

The maximum grant amount per employee is usually $500 annually, and grants can be submitted multiple times throughout the year, depending on the employee’s volunteer activity. Comcast’s program encourages a wide variety of volunteer activities, including education, community development, and environmental projects, making it accessible to many nonprofits.

Learn more about the program here.

PepsiCo

PepsiCo, a global leader in food and beverages, maintains a strong corporate social responsibility program in Indianapolis. Its volunteer grant program recognizes employees who actively engage in community service. Employees who volunteer at least 10 hours can request grants for their chosen nonprofits, with grants typically capped at $500 per employee per year.

PepsiCo’s program supports a broad spectrum of volunteer activities, emphasizing health, education, and hunger relief. The company allows employees to submit grant requests quarterly, providing flexibility and encouraging ongoing volunteerism throughout the year.

Learn more about the program here.

Eli and Lilly Company

Eli Lilly and Company, a pharmaceutical giant headquartered in Indianapolis, is renowned for its commitment to community health and well-being. The company’s volunteer grant program rewards employees who volunteer with nonprofit organizations, particularly those focused on health, education, and community services.

Employees are eligible to submit grant requests after completing at least 10 volunteer hours, with grants typically up to $500 annually. Eli Lilly encourages employees to participate in a variety of volunteer activities, and the program supports multiple submissions per year, allowing nonprofits to benefit from sustained employee engagement.

Learn more about the program here.

Microsoft

Microsoft, a global technology leader with operations in Indianapolis, offers a comprehensive volunteer grant program that incentivizes employee volunteerism. Employees who volunteer at least 15 hours per year can request grants for their nonprofits, with maximum grant amounts often reaching $500 or more, depending on the program year.

The program includes various volunteer activities, including STEM education, community development, and environmental causes. Microsoft allows employees to submit multiple grant requests annually, providing nonprofits with ongoing opportunities to receive funding tied to volunteer efforts.

Learn more about the program here.

Cisco

Cisco, a multinational technology company with a strong presence in Indianapolis, supports community engagement through its volunteer grant program. Employees who volunteer at least 10 hours per year are eligible to submit grant requests, with typical maximum grant amounts of about $500 per year.

The program encourages volunteerism in areas such as education, technology access, and disaster relief. Cisco’s flexible submission process allows employees to apply for grants multiple times a year, helping nonprofits secure consistent support linked to employee volunteer hours.

Learn more about the program here.

Nike

Nike, a global leader in athletic footwear and apparel, also offers a volunteer grant program to its Indianapolis-based employees. The program rewards employees who dedicate time to nonprofit causes, with eligibility starting at 10 volunteer hours per year and grant amounts up to $500.

Nike’s program supports a wide range of volunteer activities, particularly those promoting youth development, sports, and community health. Employees can submit grant requests multiple times annually, providing nonprofits with valuable funding opportunities tied to employee volunteerism.

Learn more about the program here.

Leading Indianapolis Companies That Provide Volunteer Time Off

Volunteer Time Off (VTO) programs are another impactful way companies in Indianapolis encourage employees to engage with their communities. These programs provide paid time off specifically for volunteering, allowing employees to contribute their skills and time without sacrificing income. Several leading companies in Indianapolis have embraced VTO as a core component of their corporate social responsibility strategies.

Enterprise Holdings

Enterprise Holdings, a major player in the car rental and transportation industry headquartered in the Indianapolis area, offers a generous VTO program. Employees are typically granted up to 16 hours of paid volunteer time annually, which they can use to support causes they are passionate about.

The program encourages volunteering in diverse areas, including environmental conservation, education, and community development. Enterprise Holdings often requires employees to coordinate their volunteer activities with their managers to ensure alignment with company policies and community impact goals.

Learn more about the program here.

PepsiCo

In addition to its volunteer grant program, PepsiCo also provides employees with Volunteer Time Off to foster community involvement. Employees can take up to 16 hours of paid time annually to volunteer, supporting a variety of causes aligned with the company’s focus areas, such as health, hunger relief, and education.

PepsiCo’s VTO program is designed to be flexible, allowing employees to volunteer individually or through company-sponsored events. The program also encourages team volunteering, which helps build camaraderie while making a positive community impact.

Learn more about the program here.

Salesforce

Salesforce, a global leader in cloud computing with operations in Indianapolis, offers a robust VTO program as part of its commitment to corporate philanthropy. Employees receive up to 56 hours of paid volunteer time annually, one of the more generous offerings in the corporate world.

The program supports a wide range of volunteer activities, including education, technology training, and social justice initiatives. Salesforce encourages employees to use their VTO to engage deeply with nonprofits, often partnering with organizations to create meaningful volunteer opportunities.

Learn more about the program here.

Microsoft

Microsoft’s Volunteer Time Off program complements its volunteer grant initiative by providing employees with paid time to contribute to community causes. Employees are typically eligible for up to 15 hours of paid volunteer time per year, which they can use to support nonprofits in areas such as education, technology access, and environmental sustainability.

The program is designed to be inclusive and flexible, allowing employees to volunteer individually or participate in company-sponsored events. Microsoft also promotes team volunteering to strengthen employee engagement and community impact.

Learn more about the program here.

Nike

Nike’s VTO program offers employees paid time off to volunteer, typically granting up to 16 hours annually. This program aligns with Nike’s broader commitment to community health, youth development, and sports-related initiatives.

Employees are encouraged to use their VTO for causes they care about, with the company supporting both individual and group volunteer efforts. Nike’s program helps foster a culture of giving back, enhancing employee satisfaction and community connections.

Learn more about the program here.

Explore More Indianapolis Volunteer Programs with a Workplace Philanthropy Database

While the companies highlighted above represent some of the most prominent volunteer grant and VTO programs in Indianapolis, many other businesses also offer valuable volunteer initiatives. For this reason, nonprofits looking to expand their engagement with corporate partners can benefit significantly from using a workplace philanthropy database like Double the Donation.

Such database tools provide comprehensive listings of companies offering various giving programs, including volunteer grants, VTO, matching gifts, payroll giving, and more. By leveraging these tools, organizations can easily identify additional corporate partners in Indianapolis and beyond that align with their mission and volunteer needs.

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Moreover, these databases can be integrated directly into nonprofit workflows, such as registration forms, volunteer follow-ups, and dedicated volunteer web pages. This integration ensures that every volunteer can determine their eligibility for corporate volunteer grants and other incentives, maximizing the potential for increased funding and engagement.

Wrapping Up & Final Thoughts

Indianapolis boasts a rich ecosystem of companies committed to fostering community engagement through powerful volunteer initiatives. These programs not only provide financial resources to nonprofits but also encourage employee involvement, creating a culture of giving that benefits the entire community. Nonprofits in Indianapolis can leverage these opportunities to enhance their impact, build lasting partnerships, and secure additional funding tied directly to volunteer efforts.

By exploring these corporate volunteer initiatives and using tools such as workplace philanthropy databases, nonprofits can unlock new avenues for engagement and growth. Taking advantage of volunteer grants and VTO programs is a strategic way to deepen community ties and amplify the positive change nonprofits bring to Indianapolis and beyond.

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If you’re looking to make the most of corporate volunteer programs like volunteer grants and volunteer time off, now’s the time to explore Double the Donation Volunteering. Our platform helps you tap into these valuable incentives, connecting you with companies in your area and beyond that offer powerful volunteer initiatives.

By leveraging these programs, you can unlock additional funding, expand your volunteer base, and maximize the impact of your efforts. Don’t miss out on these opportunities; explore how Double the Donation can help your nonprofit effectively engage with corporate volunteerism by requesting a personalized demo today!