How To Get Started
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
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!
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!
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.
Find GiveBack Programs for which you qualify
Confirm dates, estimated participants, and qualifying sales goals
Access marketing materials directly through the DonationMatch platform
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