{"id":352,"date":"2020-08-09T23:28:02","date_gmt":"2020-08-09T23:28:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/?p=352"},"modified":"2025-03-11T12:14:15","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T17:14:15","slug":"matching-donation-companies-school-fundraisers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/matching-donation-companies-school-fundraisers\/","title":{"rendered":"Companies that Match Donations for Schools and Other Nonprofits"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"352\" class=\"elementor elementor-352\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-68058fb elementor-section-stretched elementor-reverse-mobile elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"68058fb\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;,&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;gradient&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-66 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-bb1505d\" data-id=\"bb1505d\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4053b12 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4053b12\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Companies that Match Donations for Schools & Other Causes<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9e9ba4c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9e9ba4c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Read about matching donations for school fundraisers. 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src=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/matching-donations-companies.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-2211\" alt=\"matching donations companies\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3553e42 elementor-reverse-mobile elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"3553e42\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-66 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7a20491 content-containerer\" data-id=\"7a20491\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c809a4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4c809a4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"665\">Finding companies that match donations for schools and nonprofits can significantly boost fundraising efforts and amplify the impact of every dollar raised. Many corporations offer matching gift programs as part of their corporate social responsibility initiatives, doubling\u2014or even tripling\u2014the contributions made by employees.<\/p><p data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"665\">However, many donors and organizations are unaware of these programs or unsure how to take advantage of them. By identifying businesses that offer donation matching and encouraging donors to participate, schools and nonprofits can maximize their funding and further their missions with minimal extra effort.<\/p><p data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"1165\">Understanding how matching gift programs work and where to find participating companies is the first step toward unlocking these valuable contributions.<\/p><p data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"1165\">Whether through employer-sponsored programs, online databases, or direct outreach, there are many ways to connect with businesses that support charitable giving. Schools, PTAs, and nonprofits can educate their supporters on these opportunities, making it easy for donors to submit matching requests and increase the impact of their generosity.<\/p><h2><strong><span style=\"color: #333333; font-size: 22px;\">Harness The Power of Matching Gifts and Double Your Fundraising Profits<\/span><\/strong><\/h2><p>Did you know that <a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/tips\/companies-match-donations-gifts-elementary-schools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">65% of companies offer matching gifts as a part of their corporate giving program?<\/a> This means that they will match the amount one of their employees donates to a nonprofit, usually up to a certain dollar amount. So if someone donates $100 to your cause, you might be able to net $200, simply by asking that someone to fill out their company&#8217;s gift-matching form.<\/p><p>Here are just a few companies that match donations, there are many, many more!<\/p><h2>List of Companies that Match Donations<\/h2><ul><li><strong>Wells Fargo<\/strong>\u00a0offers at 1:1 matching ratio, doubling an employee&#8217;s donation. With more than 230,000 employees, there&#8217;s a chance your donor pool already has a Wells Fargo employee in it.<\/li><li><strong>Bank of America<\/strong> will match gifts up to $5,000, and has more than 130,000 employees that might be ready to donate to your cause.<\/li><li><strong>Intel<\/strong> matches up to <strong>$10,000<\/strong> a year for their roughly 130,000 employees: $5,000 for eligible charitable organizations and another $5,000 for eligible education institutions (with some caveats).<\/li><li><strong>Home Depot<\/strong> matches up to $3,000 per year per each of their 490,000+ employees.<\/li><li><strong>McDonald\u2019s<\/strong> will match each of its 205,000 employee&#8217;s donations up to $5,000 per year.<\/li><li><strong>Deloitte<\/strong> will match up to $3,000 per employee per year. With more than 415,000 employees that&#8217;s not chump change.<\/li><li><strong>Microsoft<\/strong> will match up to $15,000 per employee per year. No small gift given their 221,000 employees!<\/li><li><strong>Coca-Cola<\/strong> matches at a 2:1 ratio, meaning each employee gets up to $20,000 in donation matching per year.<\/li><li><strong>IBM<\/strong> matches up to $5,000 per employee per year and has more than 288,000 employees.<\/li><li><strong>American Express<\/strong> will match up to $8,000 per year for each of its 77,000 employees.<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"blueb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/auction-profit-blueprint\/\"><strong>Exclusive Bonus: Auction Profit Blueprint\u2122 <\/strong><\/a>\u2013 Grow your bidding pool. Re-engage bidders who didn\u2019t take home auction items in the past.<\/p><h2><strong>How to Find Other Companies that Match Donations<\/strong><\/h2><p>To find companies that match donations, start by researching large corporations and local businesses that offer matching gift programs. Many companies list their matching gift policies on their websites, often within their corporate social responsibility or employee benefits sections.<\/p><p>Online databases such as Double the Donation or Matching Gifts by Charity Navigator can also provide comprehensive lists of businesses with donation-matching programs. Additionally, reaching out directly to donors and asking them to check with their employers about matching gifts can uncover opportunities.<\/p><p>Partnering with HR departments or corporate giving representatives can help streamline the process and increase participation.\u00a0<\/p><ul><li>Google the company name with the term \u201cmatching gifts.\u201d For example, \u201cHome Depot matching gifts.\u201d<\/li><li>Discover local businesses, factories, and corporations that will gladly help your organization. Include a sample of this list with your parent\/donor communications.<\/li><li>Check out a service like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Double the Donation<\/a><\/strong> to make it easier for donors to submit their match requests.<\/li><li><strong>Note:<\/strong> your school or program must be an eligible non-profit.<\/li><\/ul><p>If the employer you&#8217;re interested in isn\u2019t listed, be sure to check with them directly about their giving policy. Tell them how much you plan to donate and ask if they will match your gift. Tell your donors and volunteers to ask the same of their employers.<\/p><p><strong>Imagine how quickly and easily fundraising goals could be met if every donor got a matching donation! <\/strong><\/p><p>Even small donations will add up quickly.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re part of the staff, administration or PTO, be sure to include information on corporate matching in communications with parents\/donors. Educate them on the power of matching gifts by asking them to consider:<\/p><ul><li>Where they work,<\/li><li>What their company\u2019s corporate giving policy is, and,<\/li><li>If they know how to submit matching gift requests.<\/li><\/ul><p>If you are building an <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/?utm_medium=ppc&amp;utm_campaign=CharityAuctionsToday&amp;utm_source=adwords&amp;utm_term=auction%20charity&amp;hsa_kw=auction%20charity&amp;hsa_cam=320709504&amp;hsa_ver=3&amp;hsa_src=g&amp;hsa_net=adwords&amp;hsa_ad=412756414543&amp;hsa_tgt=kwd-297548581411&amp;hsa_mt=p&amp;hsa_grp=21974661024&amp;hsa_acc=8548206787&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwsqmEBhDiARIsANV8H3YW1mS0QozTTqx6yrdGlX25_t-AlrLU4275NserRBlCewdL12UNTGgaAro3EALw_wcB\">online charity auction or fundraising event<\/a><\/strong>, check the company affiliations of your volunteers and board members on matching gifts. Some corporations require volunteer matching hours which can be easier to fulfill if you know the requirements in advance.<\/p><h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2><p data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1645\">Maximizing donation-matching opportunities requires awareness, education, and proactive outreach. By researching <span data-sheets-root=\"1\">companies that donate to school fundraisers via matching<\/span>, communicating with donors about their eligibility, and streamlining the matching process, schools and nonprofits can unlock thousands of additional dollars in funding.<\/p><p data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1645\">These programs not only benefit organizations but also allow companies to support causes that matter to their employees and communities.<\/p><p data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"2028\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">As you refine your fundraising strategy, don\u2019t overlook the power of corporate matching gifts. By making donation matching an integral part of your giving campaigns, you can strengthen donor engagement and secure vital funding to support your mission.<\/p><p data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"2028\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Start researching matching gift programs today and ensure that every donation has the opportunity to make an even greater impact.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-19128c6 elementor-author-box--name-yes elementor-author-box--biography-yes elementor-author-box--link-no elementor-widget elementor-widget-author-box\" data-id=\"19128c6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"author-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-author-box\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-author-box__text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-author-box__name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTom Kelly\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-author-box__bio\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tTom Kelly, CEO, is an entrepreneur and consultant with more than 20 years experience helping nonprofits lower costs and increase profits. 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elementor-size-\" href=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/auctions\/new\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tStart Here\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Companies that Match Donations for Schools &#038; Other Causes Read about matching donations for school fundraisers. CharityAuctionsToday has tips on how to get companies to match your community&#8217;s donations. View all articles Get Started for Free Finding companies that match donations for schools and nonprofits can significantly boost fundraising efforts and amplify the impact of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2211,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"elementor_header_footer","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<h1>Companies that Match Donations for Schools &amp; Other Causes<\/h1>\r\nRead about matching donations for school fundraisers. CharityAuctionsToday has tips on how to get companies to match your community's donations.\r\n\r\n<a role=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/blogs\/\">\r\nView all articles\r\n<\/a>\r\n<a role=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/auctions\/new\">\r\nGet Started for Free\r\n<\/a>\r\n<img src=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/matching-donations-companies.jpg\" alt=\"matching donations companies\" width=\"791\" height=\"791\" \/>\r\n<p data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"665\">Finding companies that match donations for schools and nonprofits can significantly boost fundraising efforts and amplify the impact of every dollar raised. Many corporations offer matching gift programs as part of their corporate social responsibility initiatives, doubling\u2014or even tripling\u2014the contributions made by employees.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"665\">However, many donors and organizations are unaware of these programs or unsure how to take advantage of them. By identifying businesses that offer donation matching and encouraging donors to participate, schools and nonprofits can maximize their funding and further their missions with minimal extra effort.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"1165\">Understanding how matching gift programs work and where to find participating companies is the first step toward unlocking these valuable contributions.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"1165\">Whether through employer-sponsored programs, online databases, or direct outreach, there are many ways to connect with businesses that support charitable giving. Schools, PTAs, and nonprofits can educate their supporters on these opportunities, making it easy for donors to submit matching requests and increase the impact of their generosity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2><strong>Harness The Power of Matching Gifts and Double Your Fundraising Profits<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nDid you know that <a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/tips\/companies-match-donations-gifts-elementary-schools\/\">65% of companies offer matching gifts as a part of their corporate giving program?<\/a> This means that they will match the amount one of their employees donates to a nonprofit, usually up to a certain dollar amount. So if someone donates $100 to your cause, you might be able to net $200, simply by asking that someone to fill out their company's gift-matching form.\r\n\r\nHere are just a few companies that match donations, there are many, many more!\r\n<h2>List of Companies that Match Donations<\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Wells Fargo<\/strong>\u00a0offers at 1:1 matching ratio, doubling an employee's donation. With more than 230,000 employees, there's a chance your donor pool already has a Wells Fargo employee in it.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Bank of America<\/strong> will match gifts up to $5,000, and has more than 130,000 employees that might be ready to donate to your cause.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Intel<\/strong> matches up to <strong>$10,000<\/strong> a year for their roughly 130,000 employees: $5,000 for eligible charitable organizations and another $5,000 for eligible education institutions (with some caveats).<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Home Depot<\/strong> matches up to $3,000 per year per each of their 490,000+ employees.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>McDonald\u2019s<\/strong> will match each of its 205,000 employee's donations up to $5,000 per year.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Deloitte<\/strong> will match up to $3,000 per employee per year. With more than 415,000 employees that's not chump change.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Microsoft<\/strong> will match up to $15,000 per employee per year. No small gift given their 221,000 employees!<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Coca-Cola<\/strong> matches at a 2:1 ratio, meaning each employee gets up to $20,000 in donation matching per year.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>IBM<\/strong> matches up to $5,000 per employee per year and has more than 288,000 employees.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>American Express<\/strong> will match up to $8,000 per year for each of its 77,000 employees.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/auction-profit-blueprint\/\"><strong>Exclusive Bonus: Auction Profit Blueprint\u2122 <\/strong><\/a>\u2013 Grow your bidding pool. Re-engage bidders who didn\u2019t take home auction items in the past.\r\n<h2><strong>How to Find Other Companies that Match Donations<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nTo find companies that match donations, start by researching large corporations and local businesses that offer matching gift programs. Many companies list their matching gift policies on their websites, often within their corporate social responsibility or employee benefits sections.\r\n\r\nOnline databases such as Double the Donation or Matching Gifts by Charity Navigator can also provide comprehensive lists of businesses with donation-matching programs. Additionally, reaching out directly to donors and asking them to check with their employers about matching gifts can uncover opportunities.\r\n\r\nPartnering with HR departments or corporate giving representatives can help streamline the process and increase participation.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Google the company name with the term \u201cmatching gifts.\u201d For example, \u201cHome Depot matching gifts.\u201d<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Discover local businesses, factories, and corporations that will gladly help your organization. Include a sample of this list with your parent\/donor communications.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Check out a service like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/doublethedonation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Double the Donation<\/a><\/strong> to make it easier for donors to submit their match requests.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Note:<\/strong> your school or program must be an eligible non-profit.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nIf the employer you're interested in isn\u2019t listed, be sure to check with them directly about their giving policy. Tell them how much you plan to donate and ask if they will match your gift. Tell your donors and volunteers to ask the same of their employers.\r\n\r\n<strong>Imagine how quickly and easily fundraising goals could be met if every donor got a matching donation! <\/strong>\r\n\r\nEven small donations will add up quickly.\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re part of the staff, administration or PTO, be sure to include information on corporate matching in communications with parents\/donors. Educate them on the power of matching gifts by asking them to consider:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Where they work,<\/li>\r\n \t<li>What their company\u2019s corporate giving policy is, and,<\/li>\r\n \t<li>If they know how to submit matching gift requests.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nIf you are building an <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/?utm_medium=ppc&amp;utm_campaign=CharityAuctionsToday&amp;utm_source=adwords&amp;utm_term=auction%20charity&amp;hsa_kw=auction%20charity&amp;hsa_cam=320709504&amp;hsa_ver=3&amp;hsa_src=g&amp;hsa_net=adwords&amp;hsa_ad=412756414543&amp;hsa_tgt=kwd-297548581411&amp;hsa_mt=p&amp;hsa_grp=21974661024&amp;hsa_acc=8548206787&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwsqmEBhDiARIsANV8H3YW1mS0QozTTqx6yrdGlX25_t-AlrLU4275NserRBlCewdL12UNTGgaAro3EALw_wcB\">online charity auction or fundraising event<\/a><\/strong>, check the company affiliations of your volunteers and board members on matching gifts. Some corporations require volunteer matching hours which can be easier to fulfill if you know the requirements in advance.\r\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1645\">Maximizing donation-matching opportunities requires awareness, education, and proactive outreach. By researching companies that match donations, communicating with donors about their eligibility, and streamlining the matching process, schools and nonprofits can unlock thousands of additional dollars in funding.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1645\">These programs not only benefit organizations but also allow companies to support causes that matter to their employees and communities.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"2028\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">As you refine your fundraising strategy, don\u2019t overlook the power of corporate matching gifts. By making donation matching an integral part of your giving campaigns, you can strengthen donor engagement and secure vital funding to support your mission.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"2028\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Start researching matching gift programs today and ensure that every donation has the opportunity to make an even greater impact.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4>Table of Contents<\/h4>\r\n<h3>Share this article<\/h3>\r\n<h2>Build Your Auction Today<\/h2>\r\nSupplement your event, host a purely online auction, sell tickets, and more,\r\nall from one platform.\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/auctions\/new\">\r\nStart Here <\/a>","_et_gb_content_width":"","content-type":"","inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[122,369,5],"tags":[481,362,483,482,480],"series":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/352"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=352"}],"version-history":[{"count":43,"href":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/352\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":30317,"href":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/352\/revisions\/30317"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2211"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=352"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=352"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=352"},{"taxonomy":"series","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/series?post=352"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}