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Double Your Impact: Does Your Company Match?

What is a Matching Gift? A matching gift is a corporate benefit that doubles (or even triples) the impact of your charitable donation. Many employers offer matching gift programs that contribute to the same charities their employees support—often dollar-for-dollar. It's free money for our mission, and all it takes is a simple request from you.

‍How It Works: You make a donation to our organization. You submit a matching gift request through your employer's program, usually via an online portal or simple form. Your employer verifies your donation and sends their matching contribution directly to us. Your impact is doubled—or more—at no additional cost to you.

‍Key Facts: Thousands of companies offer matching gift programs, including major corporations, small businesses, and even many nonprofit organizations. Match ratios vary—some companies match dollar-for-dollar, while others offer 2:1 or even 3:1 matches. Many companies also match gifts made by retirees and spouses. Deadlines vary by company, but most allow several weeks or months to submit your matching gift request after donating.

‍Don't Leave Money on the Table: Billions of dollars in matching gift funds go unclaimed each year simply because donors don't know their employers offer this benefit. Your $100 gift could become $200 or even $300 with a matching gift—providing critical additional support at no extra cost to you.

‍Ready to Double Your Impact? Check with your HR department or search your company's matching gift database to see if you're eligible. After making your donation, submit your matching gift request promptly. We're here to provide any documentation your employer needs to process the match.
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Send your gift (and any forms) to:

Wings for Widows
290 Peavey Road
Wayzata, MN  55391

Questions? Please contact our Giving Manager.

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