At Ride to Relief, we believe that your generosity can spark meaningful change. By donating your vehicle through your employer’s matching-gift program, you not only support a worthy cause but also amplify your impact. Many companies, especially Fortune 500 firms and prominent tech companies, will match your contribution dollar-for-dollar, effectively doubling the benefit of your generosity.
Getting started is simple. When you donate your car, you’ll receive IRS Form 1098-C, which serves as your donation receipt. You will then submit a matching-gift request through your employer’s designated platform. This straightforward process allows you to leverage your charitable efforts and ensure that your donation makes an even greater difference in the lives of those in need across Colorado.
How to activate this channel
Donate Your Vehicle
Initiate the donation of your vehicle to Ride to Relief. You will receive IRS Form 1098-C, which confirms your donation.
Receive Your 1098-C
Once your vehicle donation is processed, you will obtain a 1098-C form, essential for claiming your charitable contribution.
Submit Matching-Gift Request
Log into your employer's matching-gift platform (like Benevity or YourCause) and submit your request using your 1098-C receipt.
Verification by Employer
Your employer will review your request, confirm the validity of the 1098-C, and verify that the charity is a qualified 501(c)(3) organization.
Receive Matching Funds
After verification, your employer will issue matching funds to Ride to Relief, typically within 30 to 90 days.
×Impact multiplier
When you donate a vehicle worth $1,500, it creates an incredible opportunity for impact. If your employer matches that donation at a 1:1 ratio, the total contribution to Ride to Relief becomes $3,000. Some employers may even offer a higher matching rate of 2:1 or 3:1 for certain causes, amplifying your gift even further. This means that your generosity not only helps us directly but also encourages others to give, creating a ripple effect of positive change in our community.
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- Gifts of Gratitude
How to check eligibility
To find out if your employer offers a matching-gift program, check your HR resources or contact your HR department directly. Ensure that your employer is involved with platforms like Benevity or Cybergrants, which facilitate these donations. Generally, contributions to qualifying 501(c)(3) organizations, such as Ride to Relief, are eligible for matching, ensuring your donation has the maximum impact.
Colorado workplace-giving context
In Colorado, many Fortune 500 companies, particularly in sectors like technology and healthcare, participate in workplace-giving programs. There are also numerous regional United Way chapters that support local charities. As workplace-giving becomes more prevalent, Coloradans are increasingly leveraging these programs to support causes that matter, including vehicle donations, which are vital for organizations like Ride to Relief.