Economic Development

Economic Development Organization Fundraising

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Here at Convergent Nonprofit Solutions, we understand the importance of economic development organizations and the role they play in communities across the nation. Local economies are the key to talent attraction, workforce development, diversity, equity, inclusion, and fueling economic mobility on a larger scale. This is why gaining reliable funding is important for the future of your organization and the impact it can continue to make. What happens if you can’t access the funds you need to support your community? The fundraising experts at Convergent Nonprofit Solutions can help.

Case Studies

Here is a closer look at some of the economic development organizations that Convergent has supported to fundraising success. You can also see the full extent of our case studies here.

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Ensuring Funders Support Your Strategic Plan (/convergent/about-us/case-studies/ensuring-funders-support-your-strategic-plan)

Fundraising to Accelerate Economic Growth During a Pandemic (/convergent/about-us/case-studies/fundraising-accelerate-economic-growth-during-pandemic)

Hiring Fundraising Counsel After Years Of In-house Campaigns (/convergent/about-us/case-studies/hiring-fundraising-counsel-after-years-of-inhouse-campaigns)

Launching A Successful First Capital Campaign (/convergent/about-us/case-studies/launching-a-successful-first-capital-campaign)

A Few Of Our Economic Development Clients

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Tell Us About Your Economic Development Organization

When you are ready to get the support you need to thrive, contact us with details about your economic development organization. Our capital campaign consultants will be in touch with information about how we can help. With the right resources and experience on your side, there is no telling how far your economic development organization can go. Partner with Convergent today to meet and exceed your funding goals for tomorrow.

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Megan Lucas

Convergent Nonprofit Solutions was the easiest choice for us. Their nonprofit knowledge, economic development experience, and understanding of the complexities that exist in public-private partnerships like ours was the trifecta. The Convergent team executed a feasibility plan that we continue to use today and a retention strategy that assists in retention and recruitment of our investors. The information, influence, and connections brought to our table by the Convergent team solidified our role in the community as the regional leader in business and economic development.

Megan Lucas
Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance

Beth Hannam

I would absolutely recommend using Convergent. We were very pleased with our results. Not only did we raise more money than we thought was possible (15% over goal), we did it six weeks ahead of schedule and under budget! I don’t think we would be where we are today without their guidance.

Beth Hannam
Sandusky County EDC

Lee Crume

We really liked Convergent's approach in looking at the science in terms of what the benefits would be to the community and quantifying that. They took an analytical approach as opposed to simply running a campaign.

Lee Crume
Northern Kentucky Tri-ED

Rick Dickinson

We can count on them to provide solid recommendations for our campaign, specific enough that they offer direction but broad enough that they aren't limiting. We’ve had good experiences with each study Convergent has done, but I have to say this was the best one despite the challenges of a global pandemic. We were very pleased.

Rick Dickinson
Greater Dubuque Development Corporation

Rod Crider, CEcD, CCE

I’ve worked with Convergent on four campaigns now and their concern for our success, along with their integrity and professionalism, are the reasons that I will continue to use them in the future.

Rod Crider, CEcD, CCE
Rowan Economic Development Commission

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5 Steps to a Great “About Us” Page on Your Nonprofit Site

July 31, 2024

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Tom’s Takeaways: The Continued Decline in Giving….The Uncomfortable Conversation.

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Economic Development Insights: A 2024 Mid-Year Roundup and a Look at What’s Next

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We’ve compiled a recap of the topics we’ve explored in our blog thus far in 2024, offering insights and strategies for economic development professionals navigating an ever-changing landscape. Convergent Nonprofit Solutions dove deep into the heart of issues shaping the economic development landscape, exploring how...