Volunteer-Driven Campaigns: Recruitment, Empowerment, and Sustained Engagement in Non-Profit Fundraising
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-cm-bsd-fr-07
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About the Article
Volunteers form the backbone of many non-profits, enabling organizations to expand their reach, lower costs, and strengthen ties with communities. This article examines volunteer-driven fundraising campaigns as multi-dimensional practices that extend beyond recruitment to include empowerment, recognition, and inclusivity. It outlines strategies for attracting motivated volunteers, providing training and mentorship, and creating pathways for leadership and ownership. Recognition practices—such as public acknowledgment, appreciation events, and professional development—are emphasized as central to retention. Inclusivity, particularly in engaging low-skilled volunteers, is presented as essential for equity and sustainability. Combining practical insights with theoretical framing, the article shows how volunteer-driven campaigns embody participatory development, foster organizational resilience, and generate community solidarity.
Key Topics
- Volunteer recruitment strategies
- Training and empowerment
- Recognition and retention
- Inclusivity in volunteer engagement
- Participatory development through volunteerism
- Building resilient volunteer networks
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Volunteer-Driven Campaigns: Recruitment, Empowerment, and Sustained Engagement in Non-Profit Fundraising. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-cm-bsd-fr-07
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