Other Ways to Give

For over 40 years, the Project On Government Oversight (POGO) has investigated corruption and abuse of power and championed commonsense reforms to build a more accountable federal government. Our reputation as honest, independent experts means we’ve earned the trust of policymakers throughout the government, allowing us to advocate for reform among likely and unlikely allies across the political spectrum. 

Your generosity fuels our fight for a government that works for all the people. 

POGO is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and all contributions are tax-deductible in accordance with IRS regulations, EIN 52-1739443. 

Checks may be mailed to: 

POGO
PO Box 34758
Washington, DC 20043-4758

There are several ways to donate and make a lasting impact on our work building a thriving democracy.  

Already a supporter? Manage your giving.

Monthly Giving

Monthly donations keep POGO nimble, allowing us to keep a watchful eye on the daily happenings of our government even as we continue moving forward with long planned projects for long-term reform. These donations help us strike while the iron is hot. They let us explore every tip we receive, investigate when we hear about wrongdoing, and increase or redirect our advocacy in response to a changing political landscape.

Donate whatever you can per month and watch the power of your consistent dollars fuel our fight for a government that works for the public. As a monthly donor, you are a vital partner in funding this crucial work.

Sign up to become a monthly donor.

Donor Advised Funds (DAF) Giving

We are pleased to accept donations through donor advised funds. By making a grant recommendation to POGO through your Donor Advised Fund, you’ll help us strengthen our democracy. Rest assured that using your DAF has never been easier.

• Fidelity Charitable
• Schwab Charitable
• Vanguard Charitable

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are investment accounts for the sole purpose of supporting your favorite charitable organizations. If you have a DAF, you can use FreeWill’s DAF tool to recommend a grant to support POGO today. 

Questions? Let us know. Email [email protected] or call (202) 347-1122.

Make a Special Gift

Support POGO’s important work by making a donation in honor or memory of someone special. Your gift will help us build the government we all deserve — one that serves all its people. The person you’re honoring with your special occasion gift can be notified by a personalized e-card message or by mail.

Make a gift to someone special today!

Match Your Gift

Does your company or employer have a matching gift policy or program? If so, you may be able to double the impact of your support of POGO.

Mail or email your employer’s completed and signed matching gift form to:

POGO
PO Box 34758
Washington, DC 20043-4758
or email [email protected]

If your organization or company uses a matching gift platform, submit your request by entering POGO’s EIN (52-1739443).

Planned Giving

We invite you to build a legacy with POGO.

Securing a government that works for everyone — not just the powerful few — isn’t the work of a season, a year, or even a decade. It’s the work of a lifetime.  

When you plan a gift for POGO in your estate, you’ll be joining a group of visionary donors who have recognized the timeless value of POGO’s work. Through our free estate planning resource, you can make this kind of lasting contribution in as little as 20 minutes, ensuring POGO’s work can continue for years to come.  

Get started on your free estate plans today or for more information contact LaPorsha Thomas at [email protected] or (202) 963-0025. 

Gifts of Stock

Do you have appreciated assets? You can make a real-time impact on our advocacy with a stock donation today! Plus, you can give and save by skipping the capital gains tax. Your investments will stretch even further as POGO uses their full value to fight for a more effective, ethical, and accountable federal government.

Get started on your stock donation today!

Qualified Charitable Donation (QCD)

For some seniors, qualified charitable donations can be an excellent way to support POGO’s work while also potentially saving on next year’s tax returns. If you’re 70.5 years of age or older and you have an IRA account, a qualified charitable donation means you can support our work today while also fulfilling your Required Minimum Distribution, the minimum amount you’re required to remove every year, tax-free.

Learn more about how to make a real-time impact on our work with a charitable distribution today! 

Policies

Learn more about POGO’s contribution acceptance policy and donor privacy policy and explore our latest impact report and financial report on our Financials page.

To learn more about the change your gifts can make, visit our Impact page.