Did you know millions of individuals work for companies with matching gift programs—initiatives where employers match employees’ charitable donations? But every year, an estimated $4 to $7 billion in corporate matching gift funds goes unclaimed.
That’s why we are thrilled to announce the integration of Double the Donation into our online giving!
After making a contribution and taking a few extra moments, you can double the impact of your support for Keshet.
Why Employer Matching Matters
When you donate to Keshet, you are investing in a community where everyone can explore their creative potential. Your gifts fund mixed-ability dance classes, support the development of local creative arts entrepreneurs through the Keshet Ideas and Innovation Community (KIIC), and empower young dancers in the Keshet Pre-Professional Program (KP3).
And when you leverage an employer match, that investment multiplies. A $50 donation becomes $100. A $500 donation becomes $1,000. These matched funds provide critical stability for our organization, allowing us to plan larger community events, expand our outreach programs, and keep our facility a welcoming, accessible home for the arts.
How Double the Donation Works
Double the Donation makes it easy to discover if your employer offers a match:
- Search for Your Employer: After you make a donation through our online donation page, a search bar powered by Double the Donation will pop up. Simply type in the name of your company.
- Review Your Eligibility: If your company has a matching gift program, the tool will instantly pull up the specific guidelines. You will be able to see the minimum and maximum match amounts, the match ratio (e.g., 1:1 or 2:1), and whether they match gifts from retirees or part-time employees.
- Follow the Instructions: The tool will provide a direct link to your employer’s specific matching gift portal or provide the exact forms you need to submit.
- Submit Your Match: Complete the brief process required by your employer. Once submitted, Keshet will be notified, and our team will verify the gift to finalize the match.
Whether you are making a new donation today or contributed to Keshet in the last several months, your gift may still be eligible for a match. Many companies allow employees to submit matching gift requests up to a year after the initial donation.
Visit our online giving page today, search for your employer, and unlock the hidden potential of your generosity. Thank you for always going the extra mile for Keshet!