Blockchain for Organizational Transparency in Nonprofits

Abstract

Trust and accountability are fundamental pillars in the operation of nonprofit organizations (NGOs), yet they are often undermined by structural barriers, lack of financial traceability, and limited operational transparency. This article explores how blockchain technology can be applied in NGOs to enhance institutional legitimacy through verifiable, automated, and auditable processes. A quantitative approach was adopted using frequency analysis and impact measurement, based on five anonymized NGOs with  diverse social missions. The findings reveal significant improvements in key indicators such as resource traceability, donor trust, and administrative efficiency. Additionally, major barriers were identified— including lack of technical capacity and legal uncertainty—and a progressive implementation model was proposed, comprising organizational diagnosis, adapted technological development, and continuous evaluation. This study shows that blockchain, beyond its technical capabilities, can serve as a strategic tool to strengthen transparency and governance standards in the nonprofit sector.