PRESS RELEASE
May 4, 2007 CONTACT:
(202) 478-5680
John Wright, HEP
(703)-669-5602
HEP AND CASE TO MERGE MATCHING GIFT PROGRAMS
Users will Benefit from Expanded Database, More Products and Services
Thousands of companies across the United States support private philanthropy by matching employee gifts to all non-profits, including educational institutions, museums, hospitals, public television networks, and community organizations. Both CASE and HEP currently offer databases, and other tools that help non-profits grow fundraising by identifying companies that match charitable gifts. Also, both programs help non-profits educate donors about corporate matching gift programs that can multiply the value of their gifts.
“A partnership between CASE and HEP makes sense because both
organizations are committed to growing philanthropy,” said CASE President,
“HEP is excited to be partnering with an organization like CASE and to make our resources available to their users. This partnership will provide non-profits with an extensive array of databases and products that are designed specifically to increase match donations. HEP/CASE users will now have access to the best data and technology in the market as well as unparalleled customer support,” said HEP’s CEO, Steve Hafner.
Under the agreement, CASE will license its corporate matching gift database and current products to HEP, which will manage the joint program. Current CASE products in addition to a matching gifts database include, for example, a matching gifts directory and leaflets that help non-profits communicate with donors about matching gift opportunities.
HEP provides the widely used eMatch donor link™ to non-profit websites which allows donors to instantly verify if their gifts can be matched and provides access to matching gift forms. In addition, HEP’s GiftPlus matching gift database provides real time access to company specific matching gift policies which is necessary for gift accounting staff.
CASE products will be merged with HEP products, including software that helps donors identify and submit requests for company matches to their private gifts. CASE and HEP will market the combined database and other products to non-profit institutions as the HEP/CASE Matching Gift Network.
The current contracts of all CASE matching gifts customers, including educational institutions as well as other nonprofits, will be honored by HEP. The arrangement is expected to take effect by July 1st, and no customers should experience a break in service.
“The merging of the CASE and HEP will benefit CASE members, other non-profits, donors, and corporations that can now work with one unified and comprehensive matching gifts program,” Lippincott said. “CASE remains committed to helping its members grow matching gift opportunities and will continue to promote and provide resources on matching gifts as part of its partnership with HEP.”
“At the end of the day, this partnership will make it easier for both fundraisers and donors to identify and follow through on match opportunities and, ultimately, raise more money,” according to Steve Hafner.
ABOUT CASE
The Council for Advancement and Support of Education is one of
the largest international associations of education institutions, serving more
than 3,200 universities, colleges, schools and related organizations in 55
countries. CASE is the leading resource for professional development,
information, and standards in the fields of education fundraising,
communications, and alumni relations.
ABOUT HEP
HEP Development
provides matching gift products, wealth tracking and data-cleansing to more
than 4,000 non-profits nationwide. HEP is based in
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