At Buckeye Auto Gifts, we believe in the power of workplace giving to transform lives. By donating your vehicle, you not only provide essential support to local charities but also leverage your employer's matching-gift program. This means that your single act of kindness can have twice the impact, helping those in need across your community.
Participating is easy! When you donate your car, you receive a 1098-C form. Simply submit this form, along with your matching-gift request through your employer’s platform, and watch as your contribution grows. With many employers offering matching gifts, your vehicle donation can significantly help local organizations while maximizing your charitable contribution.
How to activate this channel
Donate your vehicle
Choose a qualifying charity, like Buckeye Auto Gifts, and donate your vehicle. You'll receive a 1098-C form confirming the donation.
Submit your matching-gift request
Log onto your employer's matching-gift platform—such as Benevity or YourCause—and complete a matching-gift request using your 1098-C.
Provide necessary details
Include required details: the charity's name, its EIN, and attach your 1098-C form as proof of your donation.
Employer verification
Your employer will review your request, verify the donation, and process the matching funds based on their annual cap, typically in 30-90 days.
Receive notification
You will receive confirmation once the matching funds have been disbursed directly to the charity, amplifying the impact of your original donation.
×Impact multiplier
Imagine the difference your vehicle donation can make. For example, if you donate a car valued at $1,500, and your employer matches this donation 1:1, it translates to a total impact of $3,000 for the charity. In some cases, employers offer even higher match ratios of 2:1 or 3:1 for specific causes like education or healthcare, further amplifying your generosity. This means that your contribution can help fund essential services, programs, and initiatives, making a lasting difference in your community.
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- Charity Navigator
How to check eligibility
To find out if your employer participates in a matching-gift program, check their employee benefits portal or contact your HR department. Generally, most large employers, especially those in the Fortune 500, offer these programs. Additionally, your donation must be made to a qualified 501(c)(3) organization like Buckeye Auto Gifts to be eligible for matching funds.
Ohio workplace-giving context
Ohio is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies that actively support workplace giving initiatives, particularly in the automotive sector. Local United Way chapters are also engaged in promoting charitable donations. With increasing trends in workplace-giving programs, employees can make substantial contributions to local charities through car donations, amplifying the support for causes that matter to our communities.