Entries by Adam Weinger

Matching Gift Eligibility: What Your Donors Should Know

A whopping 26 million individuals work for companies that offer matching gift programs. However, only 8% of donors know whether their employer offers matching gifts, their eligibility status, and how to apply for a matching gift. Information about matching gift programs is often easily accessible, but many supporters don’t know to look for it or whether doing […]

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Hiring a Grants Consultant: How to Find the Right Fit

For nonprofits like yours, grant funding is a critical revenue source. Whether they come from government agencies, private or public foundations, or corporations, grants provide the financial flexibility you need to complete major projects and launch programs to further your mission. However, it takes a lot of time, effort, and resources to find and apply for […]

20+ Employee Engagement Ideas for Your Growing Business

Engaged employees are more productive, loyal, and likely to speak positively about your business to friends and family. Outside of a few highly motivated individuals, your engagement levels depend on your business and your practices for connecting with employees. Of course, it’s easy to want to engage your employees and another thing to brainstorm engagement […]

How You Can Unlock the Power of Corporate Matching Donations

Stop and think for a second: how many revenue sources does your nonprofit have? Do you primarily rely on contributions from individuals? Have a few grants? Maybe a corporate sponsor? Ideally, your nonprofit should have access to these channels and potentially even a few more income streams. By diversifying your revenue, your nonprofit will have […]

How to Start a Matching Gift Program in 3 Easy Steps

In an era where corporate social responsibility has become a cornerstone of successful business practices, organizations are looking for new ways to give back to the communities they serve. One powerful way to do this is to establish a matching gift program. A matching gift program allows your business to financially match employee donations to […]

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7 Canadian Companies With Matching Gift Programs to Know

If you’re searching for information on Canada matching gifts, you’ve come to the right place! As a nonprofit in the Canadian market, it can be challenging to secure corporate matching gifts from your donors’ employers. You’ll need to know which Canadian companies match donations and have a simple way to inform your donors of their eligibility. That’s […]

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Data Ethics, Privacy: Questions in Matching Gift Fundraising

Data is a powerful resource for making strategic decisions. This idea is evidenced by McKinsey Global Institute’s claim that organizations backed by innovative data practices are 23 times more likely to acquire donors, consumers, and other essential stakeholders. In many ways, data has been established as a new currency in an information-driven era. As increased […]

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15 Inspiring Examples of Corporate Philanthropy in Action

The collaboration between the corporate sector and nonprofit organizations has never been so vital. Companies across various industries leverage their resources, expertise, and networks to make a difference. Best of all, recent research on trends shows that these programs are becoming increasingly generous, and we’re here to share some corporate philanthropy examples from real companies, […]

Matching Gift Databases: What Nonprofits Should Know in 2026

In the competitive realm of nonprofit fundraising, overlooking any revenue stream can be a critical oversight. This is particularly true for one lucrative yet often neglected area, matching gifts. Did you know that an astounding $4-7 billion in matching gift funds goes unclaimed each year? This untapped resource can transform your nonprofit, helping to propel you toward your […]