Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia

ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676

DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-intl-fundraising-glossary-2025

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About the Article

This Teaching Paper presents a curated glossary of essential international fundraising terms, explained in practical language and linked to real-world applications. It provides nonprofits with a shared vocabulary for strategy, donor communication, compliance, and evaluation. Designed for organizations in diverse cultural and resource contexts, it supports both academic understanding and day-to-day management of global fundraising practice.

Key Topics

• Core terminology in international fundraising
• Compliance concepts (AML, GDPR, transparency)
• Donor engagement and retention terms
• Strategic tools (campaigns, SMART goals, KPIs)
• Cultural and cross-border perspectives on philanthropy

Academic Value

The glossary bridges theory and practice by standardizing terminology and contextualizing it within nonprofit strategy. It offers a foundation for academic research while serving as a practical training and management resource for organizations engaged in cross-border fundraising.

Suggested Citation

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Teaching Paper: Glossary of International Fundraising Terms – A Practical Guide to Key Concepts for Global Nonprofit Practice. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-intl-fundraising-glossary-2025

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