Teaching Paper: Resources for Further Learning – Essential Readings and Tools for Advancing Global Fundraising Practice

Teaching Paper: Resources for Further Learning – Essential Readings and Tools for Advancing Global Fundraising Practice

Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia

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


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

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About the Article

This Teaching Paper provides a curated set of books, articles, and digital resources to support continued learning in international fundraising. Designed for organizations in developing and low-income contexts, it integrates theoretical works, practitioner guides, and global data sources into a roadmap for capacity building and informed practice. A practical case study illustrates how these resources can inform campaign design and donor engagement strategies.

Key Topics

  • Foundational works on philanthropy and fundraising
  • Contemporary studies on technology and donor control
  • Global giving indexes and data sources
  • Curated resources for low-resource contexts
  • Case study from Nigeria applying research to practice

Academic Value

By combining academic literature, practitioner-focused guides, and global data, this paper bridges theory and practice in fundraising. It contributes to scholarship by identifying resources that deepen understanding of donor behavior and philanthropy, while offering practitioners accessible tools to refine strategies and strengthen international engagement.

Suggested Citation

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Teaching Paper: Resources for Further Learning – Essential Readings and Tools for Advancing Global Fundraising Practice. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-intl-fundraising-resources-2025

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