The Convergence

The Convergence features an extensive repository of case studies and project artifacts from all revenue generation experiments funded by Progressive Multiplier, and hosts live and on-demand revenue generation trainings and tools tailored specifically for progressive power-building groups, informed by insights gained from The Catalyst and The Lab.

Think of us as your R&D Hub! where we conduct original research and generate insights that fuel innovation. Whether you're diving into detailed case studies, accessing tailored resources and toolkits, or connecting with peers to share strategies, The Convergence provides the tools and knowledge you need to make a lasting impact.

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Learn

Learn from insights gained through both successful and unsuccessful independent revenue experiments.

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Adopt

Adopt innovations in best practices around independent revenue generation.

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Connect

Connect and engage with fellow progressive fundraisers.

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Replicate

Replicate and scale our successful independent revenue experiments

Welcome Series

From Progressive Multiplier

Tracker for Welcome Series email performance. Created by Sr. Dir. of Program Polly Stamatopoulos.

Template Fundraising 101 Email Donor Retention Digital Fundraising

Midlevel + Major Donors Level 1

From Progressive Multiplier

The Midlevel and Major Donor Toolkit is designed to serve as a short guide for nonprofit organizations that play a pivotal role in advocating for policies, rights, and resources for various marginalized and underserved communities. Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative.

Toolkit Individual Donations Donor Retention Donor Acquisition Systems, Processes, & Tech Storytelling IRG 101

Institutional and Corporate Fundraising

From Progressive Multiplier

Institutional gifts are often larger, but can come with more restrictions and nuance. These contributions are crucial for supporting large-scale projects, research, capital campaigns, and ongoing operation. Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative.

Toolkit Institutional Fundraising Fundraising 101

Fundraising Plan

From Progressive Multiplier

Step-by-step toolkit on creating your first fundraising plan. Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative.

Toolkit Fundraising 101 Management

Starting a Membership Program

From Progressive Multiplier

This toolkit outlines the benefits and structures of membership programs for nonprofits, while emphasizing the importance of careful planning and equitable benefit distribution. Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative.

Toolkit Membership Dues Donor Retention

Grassroots Fundraising

From Progressive Multiplier

This toolkit provides best practices for email appeals and monthly giving campaigns while highlighting the importance of segmentation, storytelling, and strategic planning to enhance donor engagement. Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative.

Toolkit Email Individual Donations Storytelling Donor Acquisition

Surges & Cliffs

From Progressive Multiplier

This toolkit discusses strategies for managing unexpected increases and decreases in fundraising, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, reserve funds, and strategic planning to ensure organizational sustainability and mission continuity. Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative.

Toolkit Management

The Tea on CRMs: Investing in Tech for Rev Gen

From Progressive Multiplier

How do you choose a CRM platform and service provider that fits your organization’s rev gen needs now, gives you room to grow your fundraising program, provides great customer service, aligns with your organization’s values, isn’t going to cause a data privacy concern AND is not going to treat you as simply a means for profit?

Webinar Systems, Processes, & Tech Management

Evolving Beyond Early Funding: Resourcing, Power, and the Fate of our Democracy

From Progressive Multiplier

This moderated panel highlights the need for sustained, long-term efforts in building infrastructure, taking calculated risks, and recognizing the broader impact of civic engagement beyond elections.

Webinar Multi-Entity Power Building IRG 101

Base Power Learning Community Library

From The Capacity Shop & New Left Accelerator

The Base Power Learning Community* invites you to access webinars, resources, and tools designed to support bold leaders working to build a base across 501(c)(3)s and (c)(4)s.

Toolkit Multi-Entity Power Building Membership Dues Management Systems, Processes, & Tech

Resource Library

From Donor Organizer Hub

Here is your one-stop shop for explainers, templates, and lists on how to get started in your donor organizer journey!

Toolkit Donor Organizing Fundraising 101

Resourcing the Base: (c)(3)/(c)(4) Fundraising & Dues

From Progressive Multiplier

In this session, learn about innovative strategies for resourcing multi-entity organizations that ultimately helps them lean deeper into their missions.

Webinar Multi-Entity Membership Dues

2024 Changemakers Skills Camp Development Workbook

From The Movement Cooperative

This workbook covers topics from the 2024 Changemakers Skills Camp Development sessions: Fundraising in Crises and Creating Resilient Strategy, Collaborative Asks and Shared Infrastructure, Relationship Building, Data for Empowerment.

Toolkit Fundraising 101 IRG 101 Power Building

Monetize Your Existing Program & Other Earned Income Strategies

From Progressive Multiplier

Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative.

Training IRG 101 Fee for Service

Mobilize Mass Base Through Rev Gen: Merch & E-Commerce

From Progressive Multiplier

Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative.

Training Mission Commerce

Mobilize Mass Base through Rev Gen Part 1: c4 Small Dollar & Mid/Major Donors

From Progressive Multiplier

Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative.

Training Individual Donations

Organizing Deep Base through Membership

From Progressive Multipler

Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative.

Training Membership Dues

The Nonprofit Industrial Complex & the White Supremacist Roots of Fundraising

From Progressive Multipler

Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative.

Training Nonprofit Industrial Complex

Movement Jobs

See job listings from our partners across the progressive movement ecosystem

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