The Investment-Driven Model™
Convergent Nonprofit Solutions utilizes the Investment-Driven Model™ concept to deliver a transformative approach to fundraising for nonprofits. This model can be applied to both small and large nonprofits, and virtually any nonprofit in any sector. The IDM emphasizes strategic alignment between fundraising objectives, delivered outcomes, and the overall mission of each nonprofit. When investors see this approach, which is often refreshingly new to them, they respond positively and invest more money in our campaigns.
Read the articles below to find out more about how the Investment-Driven Model™ can help your nonprofit.
News Articles
In economic development, the stakes are high. Communities rely on your ability to drive job creation, improve quality of life, and strengthen local economies. Too often, organizations are asked to deliver significant results with limited resources, unclear expectations, and outdated methods of tracking success. That's where a data-driven fundraising strategy...
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Across the country, communities struggle to attract and retain the talent they need to sustain economic growth. For nonprofit organizations — especially those focused on economic development — the moment is clear: talent attraction isn’t just an opportunity. It’s a responsibility.Nonprofits are uniquely positioned to lead bold, collaborative campaigns that...
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The state of a community’s available workforce is no longer just a discussion topic at luncheons — it’s become one of the most pressing challenges facing local economies. As businesses struggle to find qualified workers, local stakeholders are increasingly called to help bridge the gap between employer expectations, government initiatives,...
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As educational institutions across the country grapple with shrinking budgets and increasing pressure to improve outcomes, securing sustainable funding has become more critical than ever. Whether public or private, schools and universities must look beyond traditional funding sources to overcome enrollment challenges and boost graduation rates. That’s where Convergent Nonprofit...
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Economic development leaders often speak in terms of business retention, attraction and expansion to foster a dynamic quality of life in their communities. Those initiatives rely heavily on a skilled, educated workforce, drawing a clear correlation between the presence of vibrant secondary and post-secondary educational institutions and regional prosperity.Economic Development...
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Convergent Nonprofit Solutions, a national leader in fundraising consulting, has created an Education Growth & Impact Initiative to enhance sustainable education funding. With years of experience supporting education-focused clients, Convergent is expanding its capacity to provide specialized service to Promise Programs, and two-year colleges, reinforcing its commitment to education as...
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Spend any time at a community or technical college and you’ll notice that fundraising and workforce development often exist nearby, sometimes even down the hall from each other. Yet for many years, they’ve operated in parallel rather than in partnership. That was certainly my experience during my 30 years in...
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Discover how a well-crafted strategic plan transforms great ideas into fundable, actionable initiatives. Learn how strategic planning enhances fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and long-term success.
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As a nonprofit professional, you know that responsibly using resources and funds is necessary to keep your organization afloat and your mission alive, especially as individual giving continues to decline.However, you may not be familiar with the ins and outs of managing these resources and making sure your nonprofit has...
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As we welcome 2025, a new year offers a perfect opportunity to reevaluate strategies, set ambitious goals, and embrace bold visions for the future. For Economic Development Organizations (EDOs) and Chambers of Commerce, thinking big means expanding their capacity to drive economic resilience and community growth. At Convergent Nonprofit Solutions, we help organizations...
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As nonprofits navigate the challenges of 2025, it’s time to think big by embracing multi-year fundraising strategies. Start by imagining where your organization could be in 2027 or 2028, and consider how Convergent Nonprofit Solutions’ comprehensive approach to campaign planning can transform your mission. Instead of focusing on short-term gains,...
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Every nonprofit owes its success to its relationships, particularly those with donors (or, as we call them at Convergent, investors). However, measuring just how much your investors’ engagement has impacted your nonprofit’s fundraising success is easier said than done. How do you determine if investors are truly engaged in your...
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