Lessons from Bangkok Community Help Foundation & Baan Unrak Foundation
When the ground shook in Myanmar, homes crumbled and families were left with nothing. News traveled fast and so did compassion. Within hours, Bangkok Community Help Foundation (BCHF) and Baan Unrak Foundation were rallying support.
Yet they knew the challenge: people often donate once in a crisis and move on. How could they inspire supporters not just to donate, but to stay connected and keep helping long after the headlines fade?
Instead of blasting out a single donation link, the two organizations took a different path. Along with other traditional methods, they also utilized their community page on Freedom World, not only to collect funds, but to create a space where donors felt part of something bigger.
The result?
From this success, here are four strategies any NGO can apply — with or without advanced tech:
If donating feels like filling out tax paperwork, you’ve lost them.
BCHF and Baan Unrak used Freedom World’s integrated payment gateways so people could contribute in seconds from anywhere. Remove friction, and generosity flows faster.
Donors don’t just want a “thank you” — they want proof.
Using blockchain-backed tracking, every donation and milestone is visible. People could see exactly how their money was making a difference, turning casual givers into confident advocates.
It’s all about connection. The best NGOs don’t see donors as one-time ATMs; they see them as a growing community. On Freedom World, this connection is nurtured through the Freedom Influence system. Supporters earn Community Influence Points not just from donations, but also from commenting, completing missions, and engaging with content. This system, which includes unique digital badges, keeps donors feeling recognized and proud to be an active part of your mission.
Impact isn’t a one-time event. It’s a story in progress.
BCHF and Baan Unrak kept sharing updates, photos, and milestones — turning a single relief campaign into an ongoing relationship.
The old fundraising model — a quick ask, a quick donation, and then silence — is fading fast.
The organizations that thrive will be the ones who:
That’s exactly what Freedom World Impact was built for — but the principles work anywhere. The goal isn’t just to meet a target; it’s to build a movement that sustains itself for years.
If you want to see how NGOs like BCHF and Baan Unrak are building communities that fund change - join in by downloading the app for free.
You can also write to us at impact@freedom.world