Many corporations sponsor “Matching Gift” Programs that multiply the impact of personal contributions made by employees, retirees, and/or spouses to their favorite charities or educational institutions and the companies match the donation. Depending on your employer’s policy, these corporate contributions can match your gifts dollar for dollar, and even double or triple the value of your initial gift. In some cases, companies will match up to a 3 to 1 ratio, making a $100 donation worth an additional $300, or total gift of $400.  All it requires of you is a trip to your company’s Human Resource office for a small piece of paperwork. 

Matching gifts are directed to the same area of support as your personal gift, unless company policies dictate otherwise. You will be recognized for the total amount contributed, which would include both your gift and any match. Click below for a partial list of Illinois companies with Matching Gift Administrators.