How to Record a Corporate Matching Gift Received from an Employer
Recording a corporate employer's matching donation triggered by an employee's personal gift to the NGO.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash in Bank | Asset (+) | 500.00 | - |
| Contributions Revenue (Corporate Match — Unrestricted) | Revenue (+) | - | 500.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Matching gifts are recorded when received from the employer, not when the employee makes their personal gift. They are typically unrestricted unless the corporation specifies a purpose.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Set up a Matching Gift tracking workflow in the CRM — flag whether the employer has a matching program and track the submission and receipt of the match. The match is a separate contribution from the corporation, not a payment on behalf of the employee. Proactively follow up with donors to encourage submission of matching gift requests to their employers.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Matching gifts are a separate revenue event from the individual donation. Auditors verify that both are recorded and that the match is from the employer. If the match is conditional (e.g., requires the employee to still be employed), it is conditional revenue until confirmed.
📄 Required Documentation
Corporate matching gift confirmation letter, employer payment confirmation, individual donor's original gift record, CRM matching gift tracking log, and matching program terms.
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