Corporate Matching

One way you can double your contribution to Lincoln Charter PTO- Denver is to take advantage of your employers matching program. Many companies will match the yearly employee donations to non-profit organizations. 

To ensure that funds are directed to the correct organization, please use the PTO's official name, non-profit tax id and contact information available in Question 7 of the FAQ section below.

If your organization will make a matching contribution to Lincoln Charter PTO - Denver, please click the button below to complete the matching gifts form. 

Matching Gifts Form

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. What is corporate matching ?

Many companies match their employees' contributions to nonprofit organizations (US based 501(c)(3)). This could instantly double the money you donate to the organization.

2. Does corporate matching benefit my employer ?

Definitely. Corporations are happy to do corporate matching for 2 reasons. It gets them tax deductions. It also gives them an opportunity to be good corporate citizens.

3. Will corporate matching impact me negatively in any way ?

Absolutely not. Companies keep corporate matching data totally private. No one has access to this data. In most cases, companies outsource the entire process.

4. When should I apply for corporate matching ?

As soon as you make your donation. Some companies distribute corporate matching funds right away, while others process them once a quarter. Some companies have strict time constraints within which employees are required to submit corporate match applications. If your company offers corporate matching, please apply for it right away.

5. Does my employer have a corporate matching program ?

Check the list at the end of this document. If your employer is not listed there, call up the benefits/HR department of your employer, or look up the company intranet for details.

6. Is "Lincoln Charter PTO Denver" the same as "Lincoln Charter School"?

No, they are separate registered entities even though they work hand in hand. When you are submitting a request, please make sure you specify the one that you intend to receive your donation.

7. What if Lincoln Charter PTO Denver (or school) isn't on my company's list?

Adding Lincoln Charter PTO Denver (or school) to the list of organizations eligible for corporate match is usually a quick and easy process. You need the following information:

Legal Name: The LINCOLN CHARTER SCHOOL INC

Common Name: Lincoln Charter School - Denver

Address: 7840 Galway Lane, Denver NC 28037

Lincoln Charter PTO Denver EIN: 56-2159985

Contact Name & Email: Please contact the current  President.  In most cases, once you enter the information into the system, companies will be added very quickly. 

8. What is the process for corporate matching ?

Each company has a different process for employer match. First, verify that your company participates in a corporate matching program. You can check by visiting Matchinggifts.com

9. I still have questions. Whom should I contact ?

Please send your questions/comments to DenverLCSPTO@lincolncharter.org.

or go to Matchinggifts.com to see if your company participates in Corporate Matching Grants