How to Give
With My Employer's Matching Gift
Each year, many businesses give generously to non-profit educational institutions. One way employers can ensure that these gifts are designated to institutions endorsed by employees is to offer a matching gift program in their employee benefits package.
A matching gift program benefits the employer and the employee. By matching employee gifts, businesses are assured that their charitable resources support causes that are important to their employees and community.
If you or your spouse work for a matching gift company, you can take advantage of this program and double, triple or quadruple your gifts to the School of Education and Syracuse University . For further information, please review our frequently asked questions or contact Victoria Kohl at 315-443-5056.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a matching gift program work?
Each time you make a gift to the School of Education, your employer may match it. For example, if you give $250, your employer may contribute a gift ranging from 50 percent ($125) to 400 percent ($1,000) of your gift. Your employer's policy dictates the matching amount.
What are the advantages?
Your gift to the School of Education (and Syracuse University ) is increased. As a donor, you are credited with the total contribution--including the corporate match. The size of your gift increases and the match counts toward membership in the School and University's giving clubs. For instance, $1,000 matched one-to-one by your employer qualifies you for membership in the Society of Fellows, which is reserved for annual donors of $2,000 or more.
How do I take advantage of this program?
Contact your human resources department for instructions on requesting matching gifts. Every time you send in a contribution or fulfill a pledge, include a matching gift form. We take care of the rest.