Supporting your community through charitable giving is a powerful way to make a difference. At AutoLift in New Mexico, we invite you to donate your vehicle and maximize your impact through your employer's matching-gift program. With many companies willing to match employee donations dollar-for-dollar, your contribution can go further in supporting those in need.
When you donate a vehicle, you'll receive a 1098-C form, which can be submitted through your employer’s matching-gift platform. This ensures that your generous act is amplified, allowing AutoLift to provide even more resources to assist individuals and families throughout New Mexico. Let’s work together to create lasting change!
How to activate this channel
Donate Your Vehicle
Choose to donate your vehicle to AutoLift, a qualifying 501(c)(3) organization. After the donation is processed, you will receive a 1098-C receipt.
Gather Required Documents
Collect your 1098-C receipt, along with the charity's name (AutoLift) and the EIN (Tax ID) for submission to your employer.
Submit Matching-Gift Request
Log into your employer’s matching-gift platform, such as Benevity or YourCause, and submit the matching request including your 1098-C receipt.
Employer Verification
Your employer will verify the donation details and the matching-gift request. This process typically takes 30-90 days post-donation.
Receive Matching Funds
Once verified, your employer will disburse the matching funds directly to AutoLift, amplifying the impact of your generous vehicle donation.
×Impact multiplier
Consider the impact of your vehicle donation: if you donate a car valued at $1,500, and your employer matches it 1:1, AutoLift receives a total of $3,000. Some employers may even offer a 2:1 or 3:1 match for specific causes, further increasing your contribution's effectiveness. This multiplier effect means your generosity has the power to help even more individuals and families in New Mexico. Together, we can create positive change!
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- Candid
- GivePulse
How to check eligibility
To check if your employer participates in a matching-gift program, visit your HR department or the company's employee benefits portal. Most large employers, particularly Fortune 500 companies, offer these programs, and employees at all levels typically qualify. Confirm the eligibility criteria and match caps to maximize your impact.
New Mexico workplace-giving context
New Mexico boasts a variety of prominent employers, including regional offices of large banks, tech companies, and healthcare systems that actively support charitable giving. Organizations like the United Way also play a pivotal role in workplace-giving initiatives. With strong workplace-giving trends in NM, your vehicle donation can significantly influence local communities when amplified through employer matching.
FAQ
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Other workplace-giving channels
Your vehicle donation is a vital step toward supporting AutoLift and the communities we serve in New Mexico. When paired with your employer's matching-gift program, your contribution can multiply in impact, creating tremendous opportunities for growth and support. Join us in making a difference that resonates far beyond your initial donation.