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Matching Gifts

- Multiply Your Impact for St. Patrick School
  
  Did you know your donation to St. Patrick School could be doubled—or even tripled—at no additional cost to you? Many employers offer matching gift programs for employees, retirees, and even spouses. To see if your employer participates, simply contact your company’s Human Resources office.
  St. Patrick School is a private elementary school that qualifies for matching gifts, and more than 50 companies in our area participate in workplace giving programs.
- How To Complete a Matching Gift
  
  Get a matching gift form from your employer—or submit a match request through your company’s online system.
  For paper forms: Complete the donor section, list St. Patrick School, and sign the form.
  For online requests: Email a copy of your company’s confirmation to [email protected].
  If mailing a copy of your confirmation, write your name on it and send to:
  St. Patrick, c/o Vince Doder, 405 S. Church St., Wentzville, MO 63385
  Do not mail matching gift forms or checks directly to the school.
- What important reminders should I know when submitting a matching gift to St. Patrick School?
  Parishioners may note “Matching Gift” on their offertory envelope or select the “Matching” fund in Online Giving.
  Matches must be made to:
  St. Patrick School, 701 S. Church St., Wentzville, MO 63385
  (Not St. Patrick Church.)
  Checks must be made payable to St. Patrick School.
  Questions? Email [email protected].
  Workplace giving is one of the most cost-effective ways to support St. Patrick School—matching gifts are truly free money!
- What is the typical matching gift ratio companies use?
  Most companies match at a 1:1 ratio—your $50 becomes $100.
  Others may match at $.50 per $1 or as high as $4 per $1.
  Ratios may vary depending on:
  Employee type (active, retiree, etc.)
  Type of organization being supported (education, arts, environment, etc.)
- Are there minimum or maximum amounts companies will match?
  Companies often set:
  Minimum match amounts (commonly $25–$50, sometimes as low as $1)
  Maximum annual match caps ranging from $1,000 to $100,000
  These limits may differ for current employees and retirees.
- Do companies set deadlines for submitting matching gift requests?
  Deadlines vary by company. Common deadlines include:
  By December 31 (end of calendar year)
  3–12 months after the donation date
  End of January, February, or March of the following year
  Be sure to check your employer’s requirements so you don’t miss out.