At Hoosier Wheels, we understand that giving is not just a personal choice; it’s a community responsibility. By donating your vehicle through your employer’s matching-gift program, you leverage your generosity to create a larger impact. When you donate your car, your employer could match your contribution, effectively doubling or even tripling your charitable gift to our cause.
The process is straightforward. First, you donate your vehicle to Hoosier Wheels, obtain a 1098-C form, and then submit a matching-gift request through your employer's designated platform. This not only increases the total funds available to help those in need but also aligns your charitable efforts with your employer's commitment to community support.
How to activate this channel
Donate Your Vehicle
Choose to donate your vehicle to Hoosier Wheels, ensuring it meets IRS guidelines for charitable contributions. We’ll provide you with a 1098-C form after processing your donation.
Obtain 1098-C
After your vehicle is donated, we’ll issue a 1098-C tax form, which details the fair market value of your vehicle. Keep this document handy for your matching-gift request.
Submit Matching Request
Log in to your employer's matching-gift platform (like Benevity or YourCause) and submit your request. Include your 1098-C, Hoosier Wheels' name, and our EIN for processing.
Employer Verification
Your employer will verify the donation through their platform. This may involve checking the 1098-C and ensuring the charity qualifies under their matching-gift policy.
Charity Receives Funds
Once verified, your employer will disburse the matching funds directly to Hoosier Wheels, typically within 30-90 days, amplifying the impact of your original donation.
×Impact multiplier
Your generous vehicle donation can yield significant benefits for Hoosier Wheels and the community we serve. For instance, if you donate a car valued at $1,500, and your employer matches it at a 1:1 ratio, that creates a total impact of $3,000 for our initiatives. Many employers extend even more generous 2:1 or 3:1 matching options for specific causes, such as veterans' services or education. The potential for impactful giving is limitless!
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- Validatable
- Evergreen
- Charity Navigator
How to check eligibility
To determine if your employer offers a matching-gift program, check your company's human resources or benefits section, or consult your employee handbook. Most large employers, especially Fortune 500 companies and institutions in banking or healthcare, participate in matching-gift initiatives. Employees of qualifying organizations can take advantage of this program to enhance their charitable contributions.
Indiana workplace-giving context
Indiana is home to several Fortune 500 employers who actively support charitable giving through workplace programs. Regional chapters of United Way and other local charities frequently collaborate with businesses to enhance community support. Participation in workplace-giving initiatives is growing in Indiana, enhancing both corporate social responsibility and employee engagement.
FAQ
What is a matching-gift program?
How do I find out if my employer matches donations?
What is a 1098-C form?
How long does it take for matching funds to be disbursed?
Can I donate cars that are not in perfect condition?
What if my employer matches at a higher rate?
Other workplace-giving channels
By leveraging your employer’s matching-gift program, your vehicle donation can have an extraordinary ripple effect. A simple act of generosity can turn into a substantial contribution, providing vital resources to Hoosier Wheels and those we serve. Join us in making an even greater impact today!