This article explains that Double the Donation does provide services to organizations in the UK and Europe, but the companies offering matching gift programs in Europe tend to be more limited than in the US.
Yes! Double the Donation supports organizations in the UK, Europe, and worldwide with tools to help grow corporate giving revenue. Our platform is designed for nonprofits in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, and other regions, making it easy to manage corporate giving programs wherever your donors live.
What Organizations in the UK and Europe Should Know
While corporate giving programs are less common in Europe than in the US, more global companies are expanding their CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives to include employees worldwide.
With Double the Donation, organizations in the UK and Europe can:
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Access our searchable database of companies offering:
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Matching gift programs (including some UK/EU subsidiaries)
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Volunteer grant programs (including volunteer PTO, where available)
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Payroll giving programs or regional equivalents
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Promote these opportunities using our plugin and automation tools directly on donation pages.
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Benefit from multinational companies that extend giving benefits to all employees, regardless of location.
Our database is updated continuously to reflect these global trends.
Programs Available in the UK & Europe
Table: Types of Workplace Giving Programs
| Program Type | Availability in UK/Europe | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Matching Gifts | ✔ Limited but growing | Many US-based companies extend matching to EU/UK employees. |
| Volunteer Grants | ✔ Yes | Some companies offer global volunteer PTO programs. |
| Payroll Giving | ✔ Yes | Known as “Payroll Giving” in the UK; similar structures exist in Europe. |
FAQs
Q: Will my organization see value if most of my donors are in the UK?
A: Yes. Many multinational companies match UK/European donations, and you’ll be prepared as global giving grows.
Q: Do US companies include their UK and European employees in matching programs?
A: Often, yes. Many large companies (e.g., Microsoft, Google) extend matching benefits globally.
Q: Does Double the Donation include payroll giving programs?
A: Yes. UK Payroll Giving and similar programs in Europe are tracked in our database.
Q: How do I start using Double the Donation in the UK or Europe?
A: Book a daily demo at doublethedonation.com/get-a-demo or review pricing at doublethedonation.com/pricing.