Matching Funds & Foundation Grants: Strategies for Securing Support from Multiple Sources
A Diversified Funding Portfolio
Every organization needs a solid financial base to deliver on its mission. Relying on a single source of funding can expose you to risk.
A diversified funding portfolio, which includes both matching funds and foundation grants, not only strengthens your financial foundation, but also enhances your credibility in the eyes of donors and partners.
With the right strategy, you can engage a broader community of supporters, increase donor participation, and achieve sustainable growth.
This article is your roadmap to achieving just that.
What Are Matching Funds?
Matching funds represent a strategic fundraising method where every dollar donated by supporters is matched by another source—be it a corporate sponsor, a foundation, or a generous individual.
This approach essentially doubles the impact of each contribution. When a potential donor sees that their contribution will have twice the effect, it reinforces the sense of value and can significantly boost participation.
Recent surveys indicate that organizations using matching funds programs often see a 20-30% increase in overall contributions.
Over 80% of fundraising professionals have reported improved donor participation when matching funds are part of the campaign strategy.
Such data underline the transformative power of matching funds in driving both impact and sustainability.