As a registered non-profit, the SMS PTA relies on fundraising through donations. Many of our families take advantage of corporate matching gifts through their employer to double their donation. Find out how below!
Corporate matching gifts are a type of philanthropy in which companies financially match donations that their employees make to registered nonprofit organizations. (Hint: the SMS PTA is a registered nonprofit!) We like to call this Free Money!
After an employee makes a donation to Stillwater Middle School PTA, they can request the matching gift from their employer, who then makes their own donation. Companies usually match donations at a 1:1 ratio, but some will match at a 2:1, 3:1, or even a 4:1 ratio!
Note: The PTA CAN NOT make the request, it must come from the employee.
Companies of all sizes match donations their employees make to nonprofits because it’s an easy, structured way for them to support good work in their communities. It's also an important factor in how the public perceives brands.
Refer to your employee handbook or simply ask your HR team or supervisor. Be sure to let them know the following: Stillwater Middle School PTA is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization (EIN#47-5132289).