Employer Matching: Increase your gift to One Community LG!
OCLG counts employer matches towards your individual Giving Level. Many companies offer to match an employee's donation to a charitable organization, potentially doubling their gift. Even better, both parents can apply, which means your family's donation to OCLG could potentially make 3 times the impact! Keep in mind that gifts of $5,200 and above qualify for the Leadership Circle and offer additional benefits.
There are two ways to request a matching donation from your employer:
- Log into your employer’s donation matching portal, like Benevity, which is used by Apple and many other companies. Once you’re logged in, search for “One Community LG,” or "Los Gatos Education Foundation" then follow the steps to finalize your donation and apply for a corporate match at the same time. Please be sure to add a note with your child(ren)’s grade(s) and name(s), so that we can correctly document your donation. Please notify us after donating this way using this form because it can take about 2 months for OCLG to receive these donations.
2. Donate to OCLG, then request your employer to match it!
For questions about your employer’s Corporate Matching program, contact your human resources department (HR) or community giving department. Much of the pertinent information may also be available on your company's intranet.
EMPLOYER MATCHING FAQs
Q: What is employer matching?
A: Many companies offer a benefit to employees whereby they match contributions made to non-profit 501 (c)(3) organizations. Some companies match at 50%, some at 100%, and some even higher. One Community LG's Tax ID# is 94-2874929.
Q: Does employer matching benefit the employer?
A:Yes. The matching contributions made by companies are tax deductible for them and also create a positive image for the company in the community. Many employers want to support the causes that are near and dear to their staff members.
Q: When should I apply for a employer match?
A: Apply as soon as you contribute through the OCLG donation site or as you are making your donation via your employer’s donation platform. Many companies process match requests once per quarter. Some companies may have a time limit within which you must file the matching request once the contribution is made.
Q: How do I know if my company has a employer matching program?
A: Type in your employer in the box above to see if they offer a matching program. You can also check with your HR/Benefits department.
Q: How do I apply for a employer match?
A: Each company has a different process. Please check with your HR/Benefits department. Some companies may require a hard copy receipt, while others have their own donation platforms like Benevity. In that case, please collect and fill in the necessary form from your HR/Benefits department and submit it together with your check to One Community LG. We will confirm receipt of your contribution and mail it back to your company.
Q: I can't find One Community LG in the list of non-profits that my company matches. How can I donate to One Community LG?
A: One Community LG is philanthropically facilitated by Los Gatos Education Foundation (LGEF). LGEF's tax ID is #94-2874929. Donations made to LGEF will be included in the One Community LG fundraising drive and disbursed to the Home & School Clubs and LGEF.
Questions? Contact [email protected]
A: Many companies offer a benefit to employees whereby they match contributions made to non-profit 501 (c)(3) organizations. Some companies match at 50%, some at 100%, and some even higher. One Community LG's Tax ID# is 94-2874929.
Q: Does employer matching benefit the employer?
A:Yes. The matching contributions made by companies are tax deductible for them and also create a positive image for the company in the community. Many employers want to support the causes that are near and dear to their staff members.
Q: When should I apply for a employer match?
A: Apply as soon as you contribute through the OCLG donation site or as you are making your donation via your employer’s donation platform. Many companies process match requests once per quarter. Some companies may have a time limit within which you must file the matching request once the contribution is made.
Q: How do I know if my company has a employer matching program?
A: Type in your employer in the box above to see if they offer a matching program. You can also check with your HR/Benefits department.
Q: How do I apply for a employer match?
A: Each company has a different process. Please check with your HR/Benefits department. Some companies may require a hard copy receipt, while others have their own donation platforms like Benevity. In that case, please collect and fill in the necessary form from your HR/Benefits department and submit it together with your check to One Community LG. We will confirm receipt of your contribution and mail it back to your company.
Q: I can't find One Community LG in the list of non-profits that my company matches. How can I donate to One Community LG?
A: One Community LG is philanthropically facilitated by Los Gatos Education Foundation (LGEF). LGEF's tax ID is #94-2874929. Donations made to LGEF will be included in the One Community LG fundraising drive and disbursed to the Home & School Clubs and LGEF.
Questions? Contact [email protected]