10 Largest companies that match donations in 2025

Corporate donation matching is a powerful force multiplier for employees and nonprofits, turning $100 donations into $200, $300, or even $500 in charitable impact.

In this article, we’ll explore the top 10 donation matching companies every nonprofit—and their donors—should know about, plus the key details on how to participate.

The untapped potential of corporate matching donation programs

More than 26 million people work for corporations that offer donation matching programs—including two-thirds of the Fortune 500—but few nonprofits take advantage of this incredible fundraising opportunity. 

$4-$7 billion in matching gift revenue goes unclaimed every year. For employees, that's like walking past reserves of cash that could be supporting your favorite causes. For nonprofits, it represents countless missed opportunities.

How do you know if a company matches donations?

If your nonprofit is looking to take advantage of employee matching gift programs, knowing which companies match donations is a key first step. Sometimes, the answer takes a little digging—whether through employee benefits information on the company's website or by contacting their HR or community outreach department directly.

One way to save yourself hours of scrolling through corporate policies for company matching information is through Givebutter's integration with Double the Donation, which enables your supporters to find matching opportunities with their employer right from your donation forms and fundraising pages. The software also offers custom automated emails for following up with supporters who qualify.

It's also helpful to know the criteria a company has for its matching program, which ideally includes the following:

• Low minimums: The lowest dollar amount an employee can donate to be eligible for matching. This allows donors of all levels to contribute and have their donations matched.
• High maximums: The highest dollar amount the company will match. Higher thresholds mean donors can make a greater impact for the causes they care about.
• Generous ratios: 1-to-1 matching ratios are most common for corporate giving, but some companies offer 2-to-1 or even 3-to-1 ratios, which can help your organization bring in even more critical funds.

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Top 10 major matching gift companies

‍Companies of all sizes offer donation matching for their employees, but some truly stand out for their corporate philanthropy. We've found the largest employers who are also the most generous with their matching, offering low minimum donations, high maximum amounts, wide eligibility, and lucrative ratios.Below is an overview of 10 corporations that match donations—these companies employ a LOT of people, which means a whole lot of potential donors (and doubled or even tripled donations) for your cause.

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1. Coca-Cola 🥤 

This corporate matching company has us feeling bubbly. Nonprofits like educational institutions, arts and cultural organizations, environmental groups, and a host of other charities are eligible for Coca-Cola’s sweet 2:1 match ratio.

💸 Minimum match amount: $25

💰 Maximum match amount: $20,000

🏆 Match ratio: 2-to-1

👥 Who's eligible: Full-time and retired employees

📅 Important info: Coca-Cola employees must complete and return their gift requests by February 28 of the year following their gift.

2. The Walt Disney Corporation 🎢

Walt Disney, as one of the most iconic global brands, isn't just focused on creating magical on-screen experiences; it's also fostering impact in numerous communities. Disney’s matching gift program offers excellent minimums and maximums for eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, making the program accessible and generous. 

💸 Minimum match amount: $25

💰Maximum match amount: $25K

🏆 Match ratio: 1-to-1

👥 Who's eligible: Full-time and part-time employees

📅 Important info: Employees must register their donations online and then email the matching gift certificate with the accompanying “gift ID” to the nonprofit.

3. Microsoft 💻 

Microsoft is a massive corporation that embraces philanthropic interests. 65% of Microsoft employees request match funds for their personal donations, making it one of the most-used matching gift programs across all sectors. Plus, the company offers matching for volunteer time at $25 per hour. 

💸 Minimum match amount: $1

💰Maximum match amount: $15K

🏆 Match ratio: 1-to-1

👥 Who's eligible: Full-time and part-time employees

📅 Important info: Deadlines are flexible. Donors can submit match requests for donations made at any point in the previous 12 months. In order to access Microsoft’s giving program, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and equivalent international organizations must register with Benevity, their giving service provider.

4. Soros Fund Management 💵

For organizations looking for impressive maximums to make the most of their donations, Soros fits the bill. With a maximum match amount of $100K and an affordable minimum of $25, contributors to this matching gift program can make a serious impact. Plus, Soros offers company matching to a wide variety of nonprofit organizations.

💸 Minimum match amount: $25

💰Maximum match amount: $100K

🏆 Match ratio: 2-to-1

👥 Who's eligible: Full-time employees

📅 Important info: Requests for matching funds must be made within one year of the donation.

5. Johnson & Johnson 🩹 

In the corporate matching world, Johnson & Johnson is another name that stands out. Low, affordable minimums and impressively high maximums (plus a strong ratio) make them a valuable addition to your list of companies that match donations. 

💸 Minimum match amount: $25

💰Maximum match amount: $20K for current employees, $10K for retired employees

🏆 Match ratio: 2-to-1 for current employees, 1-to-1 for retired employees

👥 Who's eligible: Full-time, part-time, and retired employees, but matching gifts differ based on employee status 

📅 Important info: Employees have up to 12 months from the donation date to submit matching gift requests.

6. Chevron Corporation 🚗

As part of Chevron’s dedication to giving back, their corporate matching gift program operates under their Chevron Humankind program. Not only does this program provide generous options for corporate matching, but it also offers volunteer matching: For every 20 hours of volunteer time served at a single nonprofit, an employee may apply for a $500 grant. 

💸 Minimum match amount: $20

💰Maximum match amount: $10,000 for current employees, $3,000 for retired employees

🏆 Match ratio: 1-to-1

👥 Who's eligible: Full-time and retired employees. Like Johnson and Johnson, Chevron has different criteria for retirees than its full-time employees when it comes to company matching. 

📅 Important info: Donors have until January 31 of the year following the donation to submit match requests.

7. Merck & Co. 💊

Merck & Co.’s Partnership for Giving offers a generous chance for their employees to give to charity through payroll deduction or direct giving. Though most nonprofits are eligible for the program, Merck & Co. only offers company matching to those based in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

💸 Minimum match amount: $24

💰Maximum match amount: $30K

🏆 Match ratio: 1-to-1

👥 Who's eligible: Full and part-time employees

📅 Important info: Employees must submit their match requests within 180 days of the date of the donation.

8. Starbucks ☕ 

Starbucks isn't just serving up coffees and frappuccinos—they’re also making a global impact through charitable initiatives. They offer a matching gift program called “Partner Match” to support their employees’ charitable giving. 

However, political organizations, private foundations, professional organizations, and religious organizations are not eligible to receive Starbucks giving matches.

💸 Minimum match amount: $25 

💰 Maximum match amount: $1K per fiscal year

🏆 Match ratio: 1-to-1 

👥 Who's eligible: All full-time and part-time employees in the U.S. and Canada 

📅 Important info: Employees can submit matching gift requests online through the Starbucks Partner Match program. They can also earn grants for their volunteer hours!

9. Anheuser-Busch 🍻

Since 2011, Anheuser-Busch and the Anheuser-Busch Foundation have donated more than $221 million to charitable organizations nationwide. They’re brewing up double donations for most nonprofits, including educational institutions, health and human services, arts, and cultural organizations.

💸 Minimum match amount: $25

💰Maximum match amount: $5K per calendar year

🏆 Match ratio: 1-to-1

👥 Who's eligible: Full-time and part-time employees

📅 Important info: Employees can submit matching gift requests electronically through the company intranet.

10. Pfizer 💊 

30% of Pfizer employees participate in the company’s matching gift program, making it the leading matching gift supplier in the pharmaceutical industry. They often match donations at a 2:1 ratio during seasonal campaigns. Pfizer matches donations made by employees to eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits including educational institutions, arts and cultural organizations, and more.

💸 Minimum match amount: $25

💰Maximum match amount: $15K

🏆 Match ratio: 1-to-1

👥 Who's eligible: Full-time employees and part-time employees in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

📅 Important info: Employees can submit matching gift requests online. Plus, they sometimes offer special “double match” campaigns.

How to ask a company to match donations

Asking a company to match donations or participate in other forms of corporate sponsorship can feel a little intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. As enticing as the big names in this article may be, you will likely have more success if you start your outreach with local businesses.

Who to contact

To nail your ask, contact the key decision maker in the company. For smaller businesses, the key decision maker may be the owner, general manager, or someone else in a leadership position. In larger organizations, this is typically the corporate social responsibility (CSR) director, community relations manager, corporate foundation executive, or chief marketing officer.

How to make a persuasive ask

Companies are more likely to donate when they understand the impact of their matching donations. When reaching out:

✔ Clearly explain your mission and how the donation will be used

✔ Highlight the benefits of corporate philanthropy, like brand reputation and employee engagement

✔ Provide all necessary details, including donation matching limits, deadlines, and steps for participation

Turn matching gifts into strategic partnerships

Direct corporate outreach transforms traditional matching gifts into strategic partnerships, dramatically expanding your donor base and multiplying your impact beyond individual employee contributions. Through these partnerships, you can unlock larger institutional support and create lasting relationships that benefit both organizations.

Showcase your matching donation sponsors

Givebutter’s matching donation feature enables nonprofits to showcase a matching individual or corporate sponsor on any fundraising page or donation form. This way, donors can immediately see the impact of their contribution as it doubles (or triples or quadruples!), and your sponsor gets recognition and thanks right there on your campaign page.

You and your sponsor can determine the maximum amount and time frame. When you enable the match, every donation that comes in is automatically doubled on your campaign progress bar and supporter feed.

Matching donation communication templates

And guess what? Reaching out for matching gifts has never been easier. We’ve created a collection of ready-made letter and email templates to help you request matching gifts from individuals and corporate giving programs.

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‍Company matching made easy

Nonprofits miss out on billions of dollars in matching gifts every year. That’s a whole lot of money! 😅

Thankfully, it's easier than ever to find companies that match donations and reclaim major giving opportunities for your nonprofit. With Givebutter's all-in-one fundraising platform, you can seamlessly integrate the entire donation matching process into your fundraising forms, campaign pages, and donation process.

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