Supporting your community just got easier! By donating your vehicle to Gem City Rides, you not only contribute to sustainable transportation solutions in Dayton but can also leverage your employer's matching-gift program. Many Fortune 500 companies, tech firms, and healthcare systems offer generous matching contributions that double or even triple your charitable impact.
Here’s how it works: when you donate a vehicle, you will receive a 1098-C tax form that verifies your contribution. You can then submit a matching-gift request through your employer’s designated platform, providing the 1098-C, our charity name, and our EIN. It’s a seamless way to amplify your generosity!
How to activate this channel
Donate Your Vehicle
Initiate the donation process by contacting Gem City Rides. We will arrange for the pickup of your vehicle and provide you with a 1098-C tax form.
Receive 1098-C Form
After your vehicle is picked up, you will receive the 1098-C form, which is crucial for verifying your donation with your employer.
Submit Matching-Gift Request
Log into your employer's matching-gift platform (e.g., Benevity, YourCause) and fill out the matching-gift request form. Include your 1098-C, our charity name, and our EIN.
Employer Verification
Your employer will review your submission, verify the donation with Gem City Rides, and confirm the match according to their policies.
Receive Matching Funds
Once verified, your employer will disburse the matching funds directly to Gem City Rides, typically within 30-90 days.
×Impact multiplier
Your donation can create extraordinary impact! For example, if you donate a vehicle valued at $1,500, and your employer matches it 1:1, the total impact becomes $3,000 for Gem City Rides. Some employers may even offer a 2:1 or 3:1 match for specific causes, amplifying your contribution even further. This means your decision to donate not only helps provide transportation solutions but also enables Gem City Rides to expand its reach and improve lives in our Dayton community.
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- Workplace Giving Alliance
How to check eligibility
To determine if your employer participates in a matching-gift program, check your company’s HR portal or contact your HR department directly. Qualifying employers typically include large corporations, non-profits, and educational institutions. Be sure to confirm that Gem City Rides is a recognized 501(c)(3) organization under your employer's guidelines to ensure your donation qualifies for a match.
Dayton workplace-giving context
Dayton is home to several major employers and a vibrant community spirit, with companies such as CareSource, Reynolds and Reynolds, and LexisNexis. Local chapters of United Way are also active in promoting workplace giving initiatives. Ohio’s trends show a growing commitment to corporate social responsibility, making it an ideal time for employees to engage in charitable giving through vehicle donations and employer matches.