Hand Heart Pocket’s Matched Giving program doubles the impact of your generosity. When Members donate, fundraise or volunteer for an eligible charity, Hand Heart Pocket matches their contribution — dollar for dollar, or at $50 an hour for volunteering — so the causes you care about receive twice the support.
Before you apply
There are a few things worth checking before you get started. Our guidelines explain who can apply, which charities are eligible, how matching works and what you’ll need for your application.
Matched Giving brochure
The Matched Giving brochure is a short, printable overview of the program — handy to share with your Lodge, team or the charity you’re supporting.
Three ways to participate
- Donate — make a personal or Team donation to an eligible charity and we’ll match your contribution.
- Volunteer — donate your time and skills to an eligible charity through Dollars 4 Doers. Volunteer hours are valued at $50 per hour.
- Fundraise — raise money for an eligible charity through a fundraising activity.
Giving as an individual
If you are making a personal donation, Hand Heart Pocket can match your eligible gift dollar for dollar up to $500. Every $1 you give becomes $2 for your chosen charity.
| You give | HHP matches | Charity receives |
|---|---|---|
| $100 | $100 | $200 |
| $250 | $250 | $500 |
| $500 | $500 | $1,000 |
Giving together
When Members work together, their impact grows significantly.
A Team can include any group of two or more UGLQ Members, whether they’re from the same Lodge, different Lodges or associated Orders. Teams can donate, volunteer or fundraise together for an eligible charity.
Team contributions are matched dollar for dollar up to $15,000 per application, with additional boost funding available.
For every $5,000 your Team contributes through giving, fundraising or volunteering, Hand Heart Pocket provides a dollar-for-dollar match plus an additional $5,000 boost. The more your Team contributes, the greater the impact for your chosen charity.
Once your Team is ready to apply, please use the form below.
| Your Team raises | HHP matches | HHP boost | Charity receives |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| $10,000 | $10,000 | $10,000 | $30,000 |
| $15,000 | $15,000 | $15,000 | $45,000 |
Check your charity is eligible
Matched Giving is designed to help Members support eligible charities working with people in need across Queensland and Papua New Guinea. Before making your donation or submitting an application, check that your chosen organisation meets the program criteria.
How to apply
- Choose an eligible charity.
- Donate, volunteer or fundraise.
- Keep your supporting evidence.
- Complete the relevant application form.
- Submit your application.
- Hand Heart Pocket reviews your application and confirms the outcome. Approved charities are then invited to complete a short onboarding process so funding can be distributed.
Not sure about a particular organisation? Check the Member FAQs or contact our team.
What causes qualify
Matched giving and volunteering is only available for organisations that meet all four of these criteria: Australian charities registered with the ACNC, hold Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status with the ATO, have a Qld or PNG focus, and support people in need. Matched Giving and volunteering is available for organisations providing:
- Aged and palliative care
- Disability support
- Community welfare and homelessness
- Mental health
- Volunteer rescue
- Disaster response and preparedness
- Domestic and family violence support
- Child, youth and family services
- Health services
- Medical research
- Education for disadvantaged children
What causes don't qualify
Groups or activities that do not meet our objects or purpose, for example:
- Animal welfare
- Evangelism activities
- Political parties and trade unions
- Industry associations
- Sport and recreation groups
- Culture and arts organisations
- Schools in general
- Outcomes outside Qld or PNG
- Unincorporated associations generally
- International aid
Forms and resources
Everything you need for Matched Giving is collected here so you can come back to it whenever you need it.
Forms and resources
Need a hand?
If you’re unsure about eligibility, which form to use or any part of the application process, please check the Member FAQs or contact our team.
Double your giving now
Log in to the member portal and submit your matched giving request today.