Participating in workplace giving through vehicle donations is a powerful way to support Ride Revive, a local charity dedicated to enhancing transportation access for underserved Denver communities. When you donate your vehicle, not only do you help sustain our mission, but many large employers will match your donation, effectively doubling your philanthropic impact. Imagine turning a $1,500 car donation into a $3,000 contribution!
Through employer-sponsored matching-gift programs, employees can easily enhance their charitable giving. By donating your vehicle to Ride Revive, you'll receive a 1098-C form to document your contribution. This form is essential for initiating the matching-gift request through your employer’s platform, ensuring a seamless process that amplifies your generosity.
How to activate this channel
Donate Your Vehicle
Choose Ride Revive as your charity of choice and donate your vehicle. We will provide you with the necessary 1098-C tax receipt as proof of your donation.
Receive Your 1098-C
After your vehicle donation, you'll receive a 1098-C form detailing the fair market value of your vehicle, which is necessary for your employer’s matching-gift request.
Submit a Matching-Gift Request
Log onto your employer's matching-gift platform, such as Benevity or YourCause. Complete the matching-gift request by uploading your 1098-C, providing our charity's name, and our EIN.
Employer Verification
Your employer will review your matching-gift request, verifying the donation against their guidelines and confirming it meets their eligibility criteria.
Receive Matching Funds
Once verified, your employer disburses the matching funds directly to Ride Revive. This process typically takes between 30 to 90 days.
×Impact multiplier
Your generous vehicle donation doesn’t just support Ride Revive; it can also create a significant multiplier effect through employer matching. For instance, if you donate a vehicle valued at $1,500, your employer may match this donation 1:1, resulting in a total impact of $3,000 to our organization. Some employers even offer 2:1 or 3:1 matching for designated causes, multiplying your contribution even further. This means that a single act of generosity can ripple through the community, enhancing our programs and services in Denver many times over.
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- HGive
- Causecast
- Charity Navigator
How to check eligibility
To check whether your employer offers a matching-gift program, contact your HR department or visit your employee benefits portal. Look for details regarding charitable contributions and vehicle donations. Typically, most Fortune 500 companies and large organizations have programs in place that encourage employees to participate in philanthropic activities through matching donations, which often include vehicle donations to qualifying 501(c)(3) charities like Ride Revive.
Denver workplace-giving context
Denver is home to a robust economy with numerous Fortune 500 employers, such as Arrow Electronics and DaVita, alongside prominent healthcare systems and tech companies that prioritize community engagement. This makes workplace giving trends strong and impactful in Colorado. Local United Way chapters also support workplace-giving initiatives, fostering collaborative efforts between businesses and charities. By donating your vehicle and leveraging your employer's match, you’re contributing to a flourishing culture of giving in our community.
FAQ
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Other workplace-giving channels
By donating your vehicle to Ride Revive and utilizing your employer’s matching-gift program, you create incredible opportunities for our community. Your contribution can effectively triple its impact, helping us extend vital transportation assistance to those who need it most. Join us in making a difference today!