How To Get Started

 
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CREATE A LOGIN & NONPROFIT PROFILE

Requirements for profile validation are:

  • IRS-recognized federal “Exempt” status (U.S.) or CRA “Qualified Donee” status (Canada)

  • Account manager is a verifiable authorized contact

  • A live website

 
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ADD AN EVENT

Details like date, location, attendee demographics and reach, possible donation uses, how donors/sponsors are promoted, and other event links help donor companies make their decisions. Tell us what makes your event special!

 
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FIND DONATIONS

See all donations for which your event is eligible through DonationMatch in one place and request them in a shopping-like experience.

We also provide shortcuts to online applications of other companies not using DonationMatch so you can reach them more easily, too!

 
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COLLECT ITEMS & THANK DONORS

Once a request is approved, you’ll be notified with instructions on how to retrieve the donation and thank the donor company. E-delivered tickets and gift certificates can usually be downloaded instantly. Free members are eligible for offers and can get up to 3 requests approved PER EVENT for FREE! Want more? See upgrade options and benefits.

 
 

NEW! Giveback Fundraising Programs

 

DonationMatch is not just a destination for in-kind donations. With DonationMatch GiveBack Programs, your organization can connect with mission-aligned restaurants and retailers to host in-store and touchless online fundraisers to earn a portion-of-sales donation.

  1. Find GiveBack Programs for which you qualify

  2. Confirm dates, estimated participants, and qualifying sales goals

  3. Access marketing materials directly through the DonationMatch platform

  4. Rake in a percentage of sales!

Find fundraisers you qualify for in your “GiveBack Programs” section of DonationMatch!

Have questions? See GiveBack Program FAQ’s