Double Your Impact — Matching Gifts Made Easy

Thousands of veterans across Central Florida are counting on support to get off the streets, access healthcare, and rebuild their lives, and you can help make that happen. Many employers offer matching gift programs, which means your donation to National Veterans Homeless Support (NVHS) could be doubled or even tripled, amplifying your impact without incurring any additional costs.

Thanks to the support of donors and partners like you, NVHS has helped reduce the homeless veteran population in Central Florida by over 90% since 2008.

Use the search tool below to see if your company participates and helps us bring more veterans home faster.

How to Double Your Donation in 3 Easy Steps

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Your Gift Changes Lives

When you support NVHS, you’re not just making a donation; you’re helping to end veteran homelessness in Central Florida. Matching your gift means more:

• Search & Rescue Outreach: Our outreach teams go directly into the woods, under bridges, and into underserved communities to locate homeless veterans. We meet them where they are, offering food, clothing, hygiene kits, and a clear path to stability.
• Transitional Housing: Our Transitional Housing Program provides veterans and their families with a safe place to stay during a critical time of need. More than just temporary shelter, it provides stability, structure, and support while they work toward long-term independence.
• Case Management & Advocacy: Many veterans struggle to access VA benefits due to paperwork, confusion, or years of disconnection. We help bridge that gap by connecting them with caseworkers, walking them through applications, and advocating when systems fail to support them.
• Mental Health & Wellness Support: From PTSD awareness initiatives to connecting veterans with mental health support, NVHS provides safe, judgment-free access to the emotional care veterans need to heal and thrive.
• Emergency Financial Assistance: We provide short-term help with rent, utilities, or food when a veteran is at risk of losing their housing because a moment of support can prevent a lifetime of crisis.

Stories of Hope: The Burrell Family

When the Burrell family faced eviction, they turned to NVHS with nowhere else to go. We welcomed them into our transitional housing program, providing them with the stability they needed to regroup. While D. Burrell worked full time, his wife cared for their young daughter battling cancer.

With only one vehicle, the family struggled to juggle work and medical appointments until NVHS stepped in and provided a van to ease the burden. Their journey is a powerful reminder that with the right support, even the most difficult circumstances can begin to turn around.

Frequently Asked Questions About Matching Gifts

What are employee matching gift programs?

Many companies match charitable donations made by their employees. By taking advantage of your employer’s program, you can double (or even triple) your impact with NVHS and support more veterans without spending extra.

What are volunteer grant programs?

Some employers offer financial grants to nonprofits where their employees volunteer regularly. If you volunteer with NVHS, your commitment could also provide us with extra financial support, making it an easy way to increase your impact.

What counts as volunteer work?

Activities that often qualify include:

• Helping at outreach or fundraising events
• Providing administrative or operational support

How do I request a matching gift or volunteer grant?

Typically, it takes just a few minutes through your employer’s online portal or a paper form. Use the Double the Donation search tool above to find your company’s specific details and instructions.

How do I submit a matching gift?

1. Donate to NVHS.
2. Use your company’s portal to locate “National Veterans Homeless Support (NVHS).”
3. Enter your donation details and submit. The portal guides you through the process.
4. We will then verify the donation on our end and confirm your match with your employer.

What if I volunteer but didn’t volunteer through NVHS’s portal?

Contact your HR or giving team directly to submit a volunteer grant request. Please notify NVHS, and we’ll ensure that your volunteer hours are recorded on our end to qualify.

What if I miss the submission deadline?

Most companies send reminders up to a year after your donation or volunteer time. If you don’t receive one, check your employer’s intranet or benefits portal for the information. We recommend completing the process as soon as possible.

Is a matching gift tax-deductible?

Only your donation is tax-deductible. The matching gift is provided by your employer and can’t be claimed on your tax return.

Do you have questions about your company’s policy or how to submit it?

Contact your HR or community-giving department for assistance. For issues related to NVHS receiving these gifts, contact us.

Make Twice the Difference — Start Today

When you give to NVHS, you’re not just making a donation; you’re changing lives. And when your employer matches your gift, that impact multiplies.

Every matched dollar means more veterans off the streets, more families stabilized, and more hope restored. Whether you’re helping fund outreach, housing, or critical support services, your matched gift goes further faster.

Check if your company offers a match, submit your request, and be part of a mission that transforms lives every day.

Double your impact. Honor their service. Help end veteran homelessness today.

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