$1 million in funding
for security initiatives each year
$382k raised
to support Ukrainian Jews
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Matchmaker, Matchmaker, make me a Match!

Did you know that many companies have gift-matching programs that will match your donation to the JewishColumbus Annual Campaign dollar for dollar? Gifts may include monthly payroll deductions as well as annual gifts. Gift-matching programs are a great way to maximize your personal contribution to the JewishColumbus Annual Campaign. Don’t leave money on the table! Take advantage of your company’s matching gift benefit to help increase YOUR impact for the community!

In addition to providing greater support for the community, your matching-gift donation offers other benefits:

For employees: You will be acknowledged at the recognition level that includes your employer’s match. For example, if you make a donation of $500 to JewishColumbus Annual Campaign and your employer’s matching gift brings the total contribution to $1,000, you will be recognized at the $1,000 level. This would give you eligibility to attend an event that requests a minimum suggested gift of $1,000.

For employers: Donations received from employers through their matching-gift programs are fully tax-deductible.

Important Notes 

  • If your company requires an Employer Identification Number (EIN), please use 31-0838745 
  • If your company offers a matching gift, the JewishColumbus Annual Campaign will receive it only after you have made your pledge payment.

FAQs

I HAVEN’T HEARD OF SUCH A PROGRAM AT MY COMPANY. HOW DO I FIND OUT?

Email or call your organization’s Human Resources (HR) Department or ask your supervisor. They will either provide you with the forms or steer you in the right direction.

HOW WILL I KNOW YOU RECEIVED MY COMPANY'S MATCHING GIFT?

After you have made your payment to us, your company will follow suit. When we have received their payment, you will both receive an acknowledgment letter from us.

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

Follow these four easy steps to increase your impact with a matching gift from your employer:

  1. Check with your company’s HR department to see if a Matching Gifts Program exists.
  2. Ask HR for a copy of the Matching Gift Form and complete your portion.
  3. Submit that form to us! Here are a few ways:
    • Email it: Rachel@jewishcolumbus.org
    • Snail mail it: JewishColumbus, Attn: Finance, 1175 College Ave, Columbus, OH 43209
    • Fax it: 614-237-2221, Attn: Matching Gifts
  4. Make your donation! Watch it double!