Every contribution matters, and donating your vehicle can make a profound impact on those in need while offering you a way to give back through your workplace. By participating in your employer’s matching-gift program, you can amplify your charitable contributions to Drive Forward in Hartford, Connecticut. When you donate your car, you not only provide essential support to those in need but also have the opportunity to double, or even triple, the impact of your generosity.
The process is straightforward. Once you donate your car, you will receive a 1098-C form as proof of your contribution. With this documentation, you can submit a matching-gift request via your employer's platform, increasing the total funds received by Drive Forward. This synergy between your charitable intent and employer support creates a powerful force for good in your community.
How to activate this channel
Donate Your Vehicle
Choose to donate your car to Drive Forward. You will receive a 1098-C tax form as proof of your donation, which is essential for requesting your employer’s matching funds.
Obtain Your 1098-C
After your vehicle is successfully donated, ensure you receive the 1098-C form. This document provides the necessary details for your employer’s matching-gift program.
Submit Matching Request
Log in to your employer's matching gift platform, such as Benevity or YourCause, and fill out the matching-gift request form. Attach your 1098-C form and include Drive Forward’s EIN.
Employer Verification
Your employer will review and verify your donation and the matching-gift request. This may take anywhere from 30 to 90 days for approval.
Funds Disbursed
Upon approval, your employer disburses the matching funds directly to Drive Forward, significantly enhancing the impact of your initial donation.
×Impact multiplier
Imagine the difference: if you donate a vehicle valued at $1,500, it could yield a total contribution of $3,000 when matched 1:1 by your employer. Some employers offer even greater matching ratios of 2:1 or 3:1 for specific causes such as education or veterans, potentially amplifying your impact further. This means your generosity not only supports Drive Forward immediately but also opens doors for more significant resources and assistance for those we serve in Hartford. The multiplier effect of your donation can transform lives!
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- Workday
- Blackbaud
- GiveGab
How to check eligibility
To find out if your employer offers a matching-gift program, check your employee benefits handbook or contact your HR department. Typically, Fortune 500 companies, healthcare systems, and tech firms have robust matching programs. Ensure your donation to Drive Forward qualifies as a 501(c)(3) contribution, allowing you to take full advantage of this opportunity.
Hartford workplace-giving context
In Hartford, many prominent employers, including Fortune 500 companies and major healthcare systems, support charitable giving through matching-gift programs. Local initiatives by the United Way and workplace-giving trends in Connecticut empower employees to enhance their community impact. By donating your car through Drive Forward, you’re aligning with local efforts to uplift those in need while maximizing the potential benefits of your workplace giving.