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Introduction: why integrate a donation collection system for museums<\/b><\/h2>\n

In today’s cultural landscape, a donation collection system for museums is no longer just an option, but a strategic resource for ensuring sustainability, innovation, and audience relations. The digital evolution has opened up new possibilities for the <\/span>fundraising<\/span><\/i> cultural, making visitors’ financial contributions accessible and intuitive through mobile tools and integrated platforms such as <\/span>amuseapp<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why museums need an effective donation collection system: the data speak for themselves<\/b><\/h2>\n

In recent years, due to declining public funding (exacerbated by the 2008 crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic), museums around the world have had to adopt innovative strategies for financial sustainability, including raising private donations and digital fundraising. According to <\/span>\u201cMuseum and public funding\u201d<\/span><\/i>, a recent international study conducted by the<\/span>International Research Alliance on Public Funding for Museums <\/span><\/i>(IRAPFM), <\/span>museums are increasingly adopting hybrid funding models, combining public and private sources, with significant growth in self-generated revenue and donations.<\/b><\/p>\n

Key data from the IRAPFM report (2025):<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. The <\/span>100% of the museums<\/b> analyzed stated that they have <\/span>diversified funding sources in recent years<\/b>, with a focus on donations and private sponsorships.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Out of a sample of 119 museums surveyed globally, <\/span>the majority reported that fundraising campaigns and donations enabled them to maintain or expand activities<\/b>, <\/span>offsetting the reduction in public funding<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Museums that have invested in <\/span>digital strategies <\/b>(online donations, crowdfunding, membership) have seen an <\/span>increase in local and international community participation<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Practical examples and statistics in the Italian context<\/b><\/h2>\n
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    1. Milan Museum of Science and Technology<\/b>: launched a fundraising campaign for the creation of the new Leonardo Galleries, with a goal of 4 million euros. The fundraising not only reached the goal, but also enabled the expansion of the team dedicated to development and fundraising, strengthening relationships with institutions and businesses. <\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Garisenda Tower of Bologna<\/b>: Thanks to the Art Bonus, more than 4 million euros were raised in less than a year, including 95 percent from local businesses, 1 million from an American benefactor, and 100,000 euros from more than 400 private donors. The key to success was effective communication and direct involvement of citizens, who were able to leave personal dedications and actively participate in the cause. <\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Schio Civic Theater Foundation<\/b>: The 5\u00d71000 campaign, active since 2006, has seen a steady increase in donations through 2021. Direct community involvement and transparency in the use of funds have fostered the growth of a loyal and participating community. <\/span><\/li>\n
    4. Forl\u00ec Music Auditorium.<\/b>: 4 million euros were raised for the reopening of the facility through a targeted fundraising strategy involving citizens, companies and public institutions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      General trends and benefits found after adopting a museum donation collection system<\/b><\/h2>\n