Make Employee Ownership Possible
Project Equity is accelerating a movement to advance employee ownership (EO) across the nation, building wealth for workers, preserving small businesses, and strengthening local economies.Â
Your donation supports:
- Reducing barriers to EO by providing free consultations to any business exploring an EO transition.
- Empowering new worker-owners with the resources and support needed for long-term success.
- Expanding our national impact by developing innovative tools, building regional hubs, and training a nationwide network of trusted business advisors to champion employee ownership.
Give the way that works best for you.
Explore Donor Advised Funds, other ways to give, and answers to common questions in our Giving FAQs below.
Why This Work Matters
Being a worker-owner has had great emotional and financial benefits for me and my partner. I feel a sense of security, stability, and pride in my work because I clearly understand my contributions and know my value. I was able to put my [profit-sharing] check toward emergency funds, and it helped get my partner to see a specialist out of state.
Worker-Owner
Happy Earth Cleaning Co-Op
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Giving FAQs
1. Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes, Project Equity is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization based on Federal IRS tax code 501(c)(3). Contributions made to Project Equity toward its charitable mission may be tax deductible, as long as no goods or services were exchanged. Please consult your tax advisor for your specific tax treatment and situation.
2. What is Project Equity’s EIN?
Project Equity’s EIN is 86-2938689.
3. Where is Project Equity’s headquartered?
Our headquarters address is:
2648 International Blvd, Ste 301
Oakland, CA 94601
4. Can I give by check?
Yes. Checks can be made payable to “Project Equity” and mailed to:
Project Equity
7234 W North Ave, Ste 208
PMB #261
Chicago, IL 60707
5. Can I donate from my DAF?
Yes, we are happy to accept contributions from Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs). You can find Project Equity on Fidelity Charitable along with all major service providers. For any questions or inquiries about contributing to Project Equity through your DAF, please reach out to [email protected].
6. Will I get a receipt when I donate?
Yes, an email or postal acknowledgement will be sent immediately after your donation has been processed. Where relevant, this letter can serve as your receipt for tax filing purposes. We will also send an itemized list of all donation(s) we received from you annually, via email, following the end of the corresponding calendar year. Please contact [email protected] if you are missing any documentation or to validate the information.
7. Can I give anonymously?
Yes. When making a donation, you have the option to request that your name is not listed in any public acknowledgements. For online donations, check the box that says, “Make donation anonymous”. For other donations, include this request in a cover letter or as a memo on your check. Your name will not appear on our website or printed materials.
8. Can I donate through stock?
If you hold appreciated stocks, you can typically contribute them to your Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) and then make a subsequent donation from the DAF to Project Equity. Contact us at [email protected] for more information.
