Taking into account these 3 reasons for engaging in a pay-to- participate study , this model of funding is ideal for hospitals looking for ways to meet the Magnet standards for research required to renew their designation. Study results will contribute significantly to the body of research and therefore be likely to support a case to meet the Magnet standards. The pay-to-participate approach provides an experienced research team to guide the study and mentor staff in the participating sites. Finally, the cost of conducting the research using this innovative approach will usually not be prohibitively high for most institutions.