At Heartland Wheels in Iowa, we believe in the power of community-driven support. Workplace giving through vehicle donations is a fantastic way for employees to contribute to meaningful causes while maximizing their impact through employer matching-gift programs. Many large organizations offer to match your charitable donations, effectively doubling—or even tripling—your generous contributions when you donate your vehicle.
By participating in this program, you can easily donate your vehicle to Heartland Wheels, a qualified 501(c)(3) organization. You will receive IRS Form 1098-C, which serves as your receipt for tax purposes. Once you have this form, you can initiate your employer's matching-gift request electronically, ensuring that your donation goes even further.
How to activate this channel
Donate Your Vehicle
Choose to donate your vehicle to Heartland Wheels, ensuring it meets the IRS guidelines for a tax-deductible donation, and you'll receive IRS Form 1098-C confirming your donation.
Obtain Your 1098-C
After your vehicle donation is processed, Heartland Wheels will provide you with a 1098-C form, documenting the fair market value of your vehicle, which you will need for your employer's matching-gift request.
Submit Matching-Gift Request
Log in to your employer's matching-gift platform (like Benevity or YourCause) and submit your matching-gift request using your 1098-C form, along with Heartland Wheels' EIN.
Employer Verification
Your employer will verify your donation and matching-gift request to ensure compliance with their policies. This process typically takes about 30-90 days.
Receive Matching Funds
Once verified, your employer will disburse the matching funds directly to Heartland Wheels, effectively doubling the impact of your generous vehicle donation.
×Impact multiplier
When you donate a vehicle valued at $1,500, the impact can be amplified through your employer’s matching-gift program. If your employer matches donations at a 1:1 ratio, your total contribution to Heartland Wheels becomes $3,000! Some employers might even offer a 2:1 or 3:1 match for specific causes like education or healthcare. For many employees, board members, or executives, higher match caps may apply, further enhancing the benefits of your vehicle donation. It's an incredible opportunity for you to support your community while maximizing your impact.
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- Charity Navigator
- Network for Good
How to check eligibility
To check if your employer participates in a matching-gift program, review your employee benefits handbook or consult your HR department. Most large employers, particularly Fortune 500 companies, offer these programs, which support charitable donations to qualifying 501(c)(3) organizations like Heartland Wheels. Make sure your donation meets the necessary criteria to qualify for matching funds.
Iowa workplace-giving context
Iowa is home to several Fortune 500 companies and major health systems, making it an ideal place for workplace giving initiatives. Local chapters of the United Way and various corporate foundations encourage community involvement through matching-gift programs. Iowa's growing trend toward corporate philanthropy means more employees can leverage these opportunities to amplify their charitable contributions and support local causes like Heartland Wheels.