Spark Your Giving

Is the donation guaranteed?

Since the donation is a pledge from the professional, there is no binding contract requiring the professional to make the donation. It works on an honor system. To date, we have never had a professional not make their pledged donation after the transaction has closed. However, if you or one of your supporters finds out that a transaction has been … Read more

Is there a minimum for the pledge amount?

There is no official minimum. The amount you choose should reflect your generosity while keeping it doable for your business. For example, some businesses are pledging 20% of net proceeds. This should be a win-win situation for both you and your non-profit.

What if the consumer wants to use the Spark Program but already has their own real estate professional?

If they are already actively working with a professional then the program will not work for them. If they would like to suggest their professional become a member of Spark they can send them to our website where the professional can sign up.

Is there any cost to the non-profit to participate with Spark?

The program is free to non-profit organizations.

How does Spark Giving financially benefit?

Spark Giving operates on a membership fee charged to the Real Estate Professionals. Spark also has the ability to send referrals to professionals in the network and is paid a fee by the professional when doing so. There are never any charges to the non-profit.

Why do millennials and younger people like this type of model?

Millennials are now often choosing to work with businesses who will give back as a part of their business strategy. They are looking for the win-win-win. The business wins by gaining a new client, the non-profit wins by receiving a donation they wouldn’t have otherwise had, and the client wins by being able to direct the donation to their favorite … Read more

Is Spark Giving a non-profit?

Spark Giving is a for-profit company.

What others are saying about Spark Giving

It was such a great feeling to work with a Spark real estate agent because I knew that they shared my heart for helping others. It meant so much to me that when I purchased my home, a portion would go to help a family in need.

Alisa Courtney

Spark Giving sparked my business mission! I had always had a vision to integrate service and nonprofits into my real estate business but didn’t know how. This professional-looking platform and simple mission made it easier to share with my sellers and buyers. They voiced to me how meaningful it felt to be part of a larger giving network.

Dana Post

Spark Giving Realtor

What a cool enterprise! I believe the framework has significant potential for real impact and goodness in the world.

Kelly Bean, Executive Director

African Road

Thank you! I cannot wait until the new hospital is done so that we can give higher quality care to even more infants. Thanks to you that day will soon be here!

Kendell Martell de Dondiego, Service Team Directory

God's Child

Spark Giving’s model has not only enabled me to make a positive impact on the world, but it has also helped my business thrive in ways I never thought possible. By giving back to the community, I’ve seen firsthand how it can lead to increased customer loyalty, brand awareness, and even new business opportunities. It’s clear that what you give away truly comes back to you in more ways than one, and I’m grateful to Spark for showing me the power of this model for real estate.

Matt Chapman

Windermere Real Estate

What an awesome crew! it’s so invigorating to know that folks such as yourselves see a greater purpose in everyday business.

John Moon - Executive Director

Habitat Whatcom County