In today's corporate landscape, many employers recognize the importance of giving back to the community. Through employer-sponsored matching-gift programs, your charitable actions can create a ripple effect of positive change. Donating your vehicle to CarLift Utah not only helps your local community but can also double or even triple the impact of your gift.
When you donate a vehicle to CarLift Utah, you’ll receive a 1098-C tax receipt. By submitting this receipt through your employer's matching-gift platform, like Benevity or Bright Funds, you can maximize your contribution. This means your generous act can lead to significantly increased funding for vital programs supporting individuals in need in Salt Lake City.
How to activate this channel
Donate Your Vehicle
Contact CarLift Utah to arrange for your vehicle donation. Once your vehicle is accepted, you will receive a 1098-C tax receipt detailing your contribution.
Verify Your Employer's Program
Check if your employer offers a matching-gift program. This information is often available on your HR portal or by contacting your HR department directly.
Submit Matching Gift Request
Log in to your employer's matching gift platform, such as YourCause or Cybergrants. Input the required details, including the 1098-C receipt, charity name (CarLift Utah), and our EIN.
Employer Verification
Your employer will review and verify your donation details. This process typically takes 30 to 90 days, depending on your employer's policies.
Receive Confirmation
Once verified, your employer will disburse matching funds directly to CarLift Utah, enhancing the impact of your generous vehicle donation.
×Impact multiplier
Your vehicle donation can have a profound impact. For instance, if you donate a car valued at $1,500, and your employer matches it 1:1, this creates a total impact of $3,000 for CarLift Utah. Some employers may even offer a multiplier of 2:1 or 3:1 for specific causes, such as healthcare or education. Board members and executives may have higher match caps as well, further amplifying the good your donation can do.
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- Blackbaud
- JustGive
How to check eligibility
To determine if your employer participates in a matching-gift program, start by checking your company’s HR resources or employee handbook. Most large employers, especially those in tech, finance, and healthcare sectors, offer these programs to encourage employee philanthropy. Make sure to confirm the donation qualifies as a 501(c)(3) contribution to ensure eligibility for matching funds.
Salt Lake City workplace-giving context
Salt Lake City is home to several prominent Fortune 500 companies, including Delta Air Lines and Sinclair Oil, which often have robust workplace giving initiatives. Additionally, local United Way chapters frequently partner with organizations like CarLift Utah to facilitate donations. As workplace giving continues to grow in Utah, now is the perfect time to leverage these programs to maximize your charitable contributions.
FAQ
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Other workplace-giving channels
Your car donation is a powerful first step to making a difference in your community. By leveraging your employer’s matching-gift program, you can multiply the impact of your generous act. Join us in transforming lives in Salt Lake City—donate your vehicle and request a match today!