Case Studies and Best Practices in International Fundraising: Lessons for Global Non-Profits
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global | NEYA Global Publishing
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-intbestpractices
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About the Article
This article analyzes three global fundraising campaigns—Save the Children’s Every Last Child, Charity: Water’s The Spring, and Médecins Sans Frontières’ Access Campaign—to identify best practices in international fundraising. It highlights how digital platforms, storytelling, partnerships, transparency, and advocacy integration can mobilize resources, strengthen donor trust, and achieve systemic change. The discussion distills practical lessons for academics and practitioners, emphasizing that success in international fundraising is measured not only by financial outcomes but also by global solidarity, credibility, and long-term impact.
Key Topics
- Global case studies in fundraising success
- Digital platforms and innovation in campaigns
- Storytelling and donor engagement strategies
- Building partnerships with corporations, influencers, and media
- Transparency, accountability, and donor trust
- Integrating advocacy with fundraising for systemic change
Academic Value
The article bridges theory and practice by showing how international fundraising campaigns operationalize strategic planning, digital innovation, and accountability. It contributes to scholarly debates on communication, philanthropy, and advocacy, while offering practitioners concrete models for mobilizing resources and achieving transformational impact.
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Case Studies and Best Practices in International Fundraising: Lessons for Global Non-Profits. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-intbestpractices
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