Matching Gifts - Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know about Matching Gifts?
Many companies match the charitable contributions of employees, retirees and even spouses. When your employer matches your gift, you expand the impact of your financial support for MPT without requiring an increase in your personal donation.
Will my employer match my gift?
To see if your company will match your donation, use the search box below. If your employer is not listed, check with your HR Department.
I’m RETIRED. How do I find out whether my FORMER employer offers Matching Gifts?
Many companies continue to match donations made by their retirees. Click here for a list of companies that match retirees’ gift.
What can I do if my employer does not offer Matching Gifts?
To advocate for matching gifts, visit https://doublethedonation.com/one-off-matching-gift-programs/ OR https://doublethedonation.com/how-to-advocate-for-a-matching-gift-program/
How does my Gift Match help MPT?
Your matching gift will help MPT to acquire and develop more programming that enriches lives and strengthens communities in Maryland and the surrounding region.
Is the MPT Foundation, Inc. an eligible charity?
Yes. The MPT Foundation, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) public charity and is eligible to receive tax-deductible donations through all Matching Gift platforms and programs.
Does my employer match payroll contributions?
Many employers do. You can check with your employer's HR department, or their workplace giving platform, to see if payroll contributions to The MPT Foundation, Inc can be matched.
Are Special Charitable Contributions eligible for Gift Match?
Yes. Gifts from Donor-Advised Funds [DAFs], QCDs from IRA Accounts [IRAs], and Stock Gifts are eligible to be matched. For further explanation visit the following links:
https://www.mpt.org/support/daf-gifts/
https://www.mpt.org/support/ira-gifts/
How do I set up a matching gift?
Visit our Matching Gifts page to get started.
Our Information
Some companies require its employees to submit a matching gift online, while others require its employees to fill out and submit a paper matching gift form. Whether submitting a matching gift through your companies in the electronic portal, or if your company uses a paper form, you may need the following information.
Employer Identification Number (EIN):
52-1224503
Jean-Anne South
410-581-4088
jsouth@mpt.org
Tammy Lampley
410-581-4095
tlampley@mpt.org
Mailing Address:
Maryland Public Television
Matching Gifts
11767 Owings Mills Blvd
Owings Mills, MD 21117