Fundraising for life: the children's cancer center of Lebanon

Abstract

Subject area

Fundraising, Marketing Strategy.

Study level/applicability

Undergraduate and Postgraduate.

Case overview

Professional fundraising plays a key role in the operation and sustainability of various forms of organizations, particularly non-governmental organizations (NGOs). “Fundraising for Life” is the success story of a center that is totally dependent on fundraising to achieve its mission of lifesaving and treatment for children with chronic diseases regardless of their financial situation. This case sheds the light on the primary sources of contributions, the importance of an integrated development program, the mutual benefits of partnering with other entities and the challenges encountered in the fundraising endeavors in this developing and unstable part of the world.

Expected learning outcomes

The students will be able to explore the current practices used in fundraising as well as the marketing and communication strategies employed in nurturing and maintaining relations with potential donors and partners. They will also be able to explore the internal and external challenges and opportunities available for fundraisers.

Supplementary materials

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Citation

Yaacoub, H.K., Kfoury, J.E., Ayoub, E. and Rihana, L. (2015), "Fundraising for life: the children's cancer center of Lebanon", , Vol. 5 No. 6. https://doi.org/10.1108/EEMCS-12-2014-0298