Frequently asked questions
- What is a matching gift?
- How do I apply for a matching gift?
- How do I know if my employer will offer a matching gift for a donation?
- Where can I see a list of all companies that match my donations to Humane World for Animals (previously called the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International)?
- What should I do if I can't find my company in the matching gifts search?
- What happens if a matching gift is not approved?
- How long will it take for the matching gift company to process and mail a check for the matching gift?
- What is the deadline for having a recent gift matched?
- I'm retired; will my former employer match my gifts to Humane World for Animals?
- Can my spouse's gift to Humane World for Animals be matched by my employer?
- What is the tax ID number for Humane World for Animals?
- Can I mail a matching gift form to Humane World for Animals?
What is a matching gift?
A matching gift is when a person donates to a non-profit organization and their employer donates an equal or greater amount to the same non-profit. A matching gift is a great way for a donor to double or even triple their contribution to help Humane World for Animals (previously called the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International) fight for all animals.
How do I apply for a matching gift?
First go to the Matching Gifts page and search for your employer. If the company is in the database, select it and you will see the specific instructions for your employer’s matching gifts process.
How do I know if my employer will offer a matching gift for a donation?
Visit the Matching Gifts page and use the search function to find the name of your employer.
If the company matches gifts to Humane World for Animals, you’ll find resources specific to the company such as minimum and maximum match amounts, program guidelines and information on getting your donation matched.
Where can I see a list of all companies that match my donations to Humane World for Animals?
You can use the database to search for any company on the Matching Gifts page.
What should I do if I can't find my company in the matching gifts search?
If you didn't find your employer in the database, it’s possible animal welfare organizations are not eligible. Please contact your Human Resources department and ask that Humane World for Animals be added to their list of matching gift nonprofits.
What happens if a matching gift is not approved?
Most often a matching gift is not approved because the donation amount isn’t within the program parameters specified by the company such as the minimum donation requirement. Or your employer may have excluded animal welfare organizations. Please contact your Human Resources department and ask that Humane World for Animals be added to their list of eligible matching gift nonprofits.
How long will it take for the matching gift company to process and mail a check for the matching gift?
It varies for each company. If your employer approves the matching gift, the company will send a check for the matching gift according to their company guidelines. You may contact the matching gift company directly to find out how often matching gift checks are processed and mailed.
What is the deadline for having a recent gift matched?
Matching Gift guidelines are established by each company. Deadlines for submitting a matching gifts claim vary from 30 days from gift date to more than one year from the gift date. To find out the deadlines associated with your employer’s matching gifts program, please visit the Matching Gifts page.
I’m retired; will my former employer match my gifts to Humane World for Animals?
Many companies extend their matching gifts program to match their retiree’s gifts. To find out if your gifts qualify, please visit the Matching Gifts page to search for your former employer.
Can my spouse’s gift to Humane World for Animals be matched by my employer?
Many companies extend their matching gifts program to match the gift of their employee’s spouse. Search for your employer to find out if your employer will match your spouse's gifts.
What is the tax ID number for Humane World for Animals?
Humane World for Animals is exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(C)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Our federal tax identification number is 53-0225390.
Can I mail a matching gift form to Humane World for Animals?
Yes, you may mail in the form. After making your donation to Humane World online or by mail, complete the Employee Matching Gifts Program form from your employer or follow the online instructions they may provide.
You may need the following:
Humane World for Animals
Matching Gifts
1255 23rd Street, NW, Suite 450
Washington, DC 20037
EIN (tax ID number): 53-0225390
Receipt provided when you make the donation.
More questions? Please contact our Matching Gifts department.
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Jean Chung/For Humane World for Animals