The Convergence

Helping organizations

Grow Collective IRG Knowledge

The Convergence aims to accelerate impact by bringing together our collective IRG knowledge and experiences of the movement. This portal unites progressive groups in a shared mission to amplify revenue generation strategies. By building a collaborative environment, The Convergence helps organizations learn from each other and implement best practices that drive financial growth.

Why 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.

In-depth Case Studies
Dive into detailed stories of revenue generation experiments.
Resources and Toolkits
Access practical tools and guides tailored to progressive fundraising.
Community Connections
Engage with a network of peers to share insights and strategies.

The Convergence's Approach

The Convergence bridges the innovation of The Lab with the capacity-building focus of The Catalyst, creating a community dedicated to strengthening revenue generation efforts across the progressive movement. It empowers organizations by providing access to tools, case studies, training, and resources that enable them to:

 

Learn
Learn from insights gained through both successful and unsuccessful independent revenue experiments.
Adopt
Adopt innovations in best practices around independent revenue generation.
Connect
Connect and engage with fellow progressive fundraisers.
Replicate
Replicate and scale our successful independent revenue experiments

Resources

Below, you'll find a range of valuable resources including webinars, case studies, and tools designed to support your work. Use the filters provided to narrow down your search by topic. Simply click on the filter options to refine your results and find the resources most relevant to your needs. 

 

Do you have a training you’d like to see listed on The Convergence? Please email us.

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Welcome Series Performance Tracker

From Progressive Multiplier


Fundraising 101 Email Digital Fundraising Retention
Tracker for Welcome Series email performance. Created by Sr. Dir. of Program Polly Stamatopoulos. View Details
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Toolkit

Midlevel + Major Donors Level 1

From Progressive Multiplier Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative


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

Institutional and Corporate Fundraising

From Progressive Multiplier Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative


Fundraising 101 Institutional Fundraising
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Toolkit

Fundraising Plan

From Progressive Multiplier Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative


Fundraising 101 Management
Step-by-step toolkit on creating your first fundraising plan.  View Details
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Toolkit

Starting a Membership Program

From Progressive Multiplier Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative


Retention Membership Dues
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Toolkit

Grassroots Fundraising

From Progressive Multiplier Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative


Donor Acquisition Email Individual Donations Storytelling
Best practices for email appeals and monthly giving campaigns.  View Details
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Toolkit

Surges & Cliffs

From Progressive Multiplier Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative


Management
Managing the unexpected in fundraising and strategic planning to ensure organizational sustainability and mission continuity. Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative. View Details
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Webinar

The Tea on CRMs: Investing in Tech for Rev Gen

From Progressive Multiplier


Management Systems, Processes, & Tech
How do you choose a CRM platform and service provider that fits your rev gen needs now, gives you room to grow, and aligns with your organization's values? View Details
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Webinar

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

From Progressive Multiplier


IRG 101 Multi-Entity Power Building
Moderated panel on the need for sustained, long-term efforts in building infrastructure, taking calculated risks, and recognizing impact beyond elections. View Details
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Toolkit

Base Power Learning Community Library

From The Capacity Shop & New Left Accelerator


Management Membership Dues Multi-Entity Power Building Systems, Processes, & Tech
Access to webinars, resources, and tools designed to support bold leaders working to build a base across 501(c)(3)s and (c)(4)s. View Details
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Resource Library

From Donor Organizer Hub


Fundraising 101 Donor Organizing
Here is your one-stop shop for explainers, templates, and lists on how to get started in your donor organizer journey! View Details
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Webinar

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

From Progressive Multiplier


Membership Dues Multi-Entity
Learn about innovative strategies for resourcing multi-entity organizations that ultimately helps them lean deeper into their missions. View Details
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Toolkit

2024 Changemakers Skills Camp Development Workbook

From The Movement Cooperative


Fundraising 101 IRG 101 Power Building
Fundraising in Crises and Creating Resilient Strategy, Collaborative Asks and Shared Infrastructure, Relationship Building, Data for Empowerment. View Details
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Webinar

Vision Briefing 2022: Rev Gen and Democracy

From Progressive Multiplier


IRG 101 Power Building Storytelling
Margaret Huang of the Southern Poverty Law Center, moderates a panel with PM grantees where they discuss Independent Revenue Generation, Democratizing Philanthropy, and how they use narrative to advance their mission. View Details
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Environmental Justice Briefing: Class 1

From Progressive Multiplier


IRG 101
The inaugural class of our Environmental Justice cohort has finished their revenue generation projects. Check out what these groups had to say about experimenting with independent revenue generation to scale their mission. View Details
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Webinar

Content Club: The Future We Need

From Progressive Multiplier


Power Building
In this conversation co-hosted by New Left Accelerator and The Workers Lab, we talk with Erica Smiley and Sarita Gupta, about organizing money differently as part of our discussions on power and realizing a multiracial democracy. View Details
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Individual Donor Profile Template

From Progressive Multiplier, Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative


Fundraising 101 Individual Donations
The individual donor prospect profile template is created to assist with new donor prospects. It is best to learn, understand, and involve your donors so you can know how to engage them in your organization.  View Details
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Post-Election Resources Toolkit

From New Left Accelerator


Management Power Building
This toolkit offers resources and some thoughts around navigating the complex safety and compliance risks of the post-election environment (when our work continues, threats often escalate, and the rules that govern our work change). View Details
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Revenue Generation Succession Planning: Security in Times of Change

From Progressive Multiplier, Courtesy of the Northwest Funder Collaborative


Management Systems, Processes, & Tech Revenue Succession Planning
This toolkit is designed to help organizations proactively prepare for both expected and unexpected staffing changes that could impact revenue generation. View Details
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Welcome Series Template

From Progressive Multiplier


Fundraising 101 Digital Fundraising Systems, Processes, & Tech
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Toolkit

Building Brand Structure

From Progressive Multiplier


Storytelling Branding
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Individual Donor Fundraising Script

From Progressive Multiplier


Fundraising 101 Digital Fundraising
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Toolkit

What's Your Martech Stack?

From Progressive Multiplier


Systems, Processes, & Tech Branding
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One Pager Case for Support

From Progressive Multiplier


Fundraising 101
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Revenue Succession Planning: Budget Template

From Progressive Multiplier


Revenue Succession Planning
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Revenue Succession Planning: Contingency Resources Tool

From Progressive Multiplier


Revenue Succession Planning
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Revenue Succession Planning: Revenue Project Inventory

From Progressive Multiplier


Revenue Succession Planning
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Revenue Succession Planning: Transition Punch List - Revenue Template

From Progressive Multiplier


Revenue Succession Planning
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Revenue Succession Planning: Functional Budget Template

From Progressive Multiplier


Revenue Succession Planning
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Job Board

Advancement Director

Sierra Club

Deadline: Apr 25, 2025

Location: Washington D.C. or Chicago, IL. This position requires travel throughout the U.S. (Midwest and Central states)

Salary Range: $95,000 - $112,000

Benefits: This position is represented by a collective bargaining unit and is subject to the terms and conditions of the contract between Sierra Club and Progressive Workers Union. The Sierra Club offers a competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience plus excellent benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a retirement savings 401(k) plan.


Director
We are seeking an Advancement Director responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting gifts of $25,000 and greater. In this position, you will be part of a dynamic team of gift officers raising upwards of $65 million annually for our high-impact campaigns from individual donors, family foundations, and institutional funders within the defined geographic region. The Advancement Director will engage donors and prospects throughout the region via discovery, cultivation, engagement, solicitation and stewardship activities. Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and proof of auto insurance required. 40-50% of travel is typically expected in this role. View Details

Senior Communications Director

Vote Mama

Deadline: Jun 9, 2025

Location: Remote

Salary Range: 130,000-150,000

Benefits: Salary: $130,000–$150,000, commensurate with experience Health Coverage: Employer-funded medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Time Off: Unlimited PTO and sick leave, paid federal holidays, and six months of paid family leave Retirement: 401(k) with 3% employer contribution after three months of employment Workplace Culture: Fully remote with employer-provided laptop and home office stipend Summer and winter office shutdowns Early-close Wellness Fridays


Director
Vote Mama seeks a strategic, innovative, and mission-driven Senior Director of Communications to join our growing team. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to shape the national conversation around family-friendly policies and women’s political leadership, while elevating the public profile of our Founder and CEO. View Details

Director of Client Success

Scale to Win

Deadline: May 19, 2025

Location: Remote/US

Salary Range: 130,000

Benefits: Ten paid company holidays, two floating holidays, and a week-and-a-half-long holiday break at the end of the year. Generous paid vacation (up to 24 days a year with time accrued monthly); paid sick leave; paid short-term medical, caregiver, bereavement, and other personal leave. 16 weeks of paid parental leave and an additional 4 weeks of part-time, fully-paid flex time. This is available to all new parents of any gender, including adoptive parents. Fully-paid premium, $0 deductible, top-notch medical insurance, and dental and vision insurance for you and your dependents, including domestic partner/spouse. Remote working with flexible working conditions with ideal working hours of 10 am-7 pm CT (occasional weekend availability and weekend and evening hours are expected during high election season), a stipend to support your home office setup, and access to a company computer. Every employee is invited to donate 25,000 free texts each year to a non-profit of their choice.


Director
Scale to Win is hiring a Director of Client Success to continue building and implementing client success approaches and leading a team of CSMs toward a proactive client experience. View Details