How football friends raised €91,000 for Tijjani Babangida through WeGlow
In December 2024, 4,089 donors raised €91,059 for footballer Tijjani Babangida — the biggest crowdfunding story ever on WeGlow. Read how solidarity and digital fundraising go hand in hand.
In May 2024, life changed dramatically for Tijjani Babangida. The Dutch footballer was seriously injured in a car accident, losing his brother and young son. In December 2024, football friends from VVV-Venlo, Roda JC and Ajax launched a crowdfunding campaign on WeGlow. The result: €91,059 raised by 4,089 donors in one month.
⚽ A sporting community that unites
Former teammates, fans, families and complete strangers came together around one goal. The average donation was just €22 — small alone, but enormous together.
"Support Baba and his family. Thank you on behalf of all Baba’s friends!"
💡 Why WeGlow worked for this campaign
- 🌟 Famous names as drivers — Ajax, Roda JC and VVV-Venlo activated fans who normally never donate
- ❤️ One concrete human story — Donors knew exactly who and why they were giving
- 📱 Easy donating — A few clicks, no account needed, perfect on mobile
- 🗺️ World map visibility — Every candle shareable on social media
📋 Key lessons for other charities
| Success factor | What this means for your campaign |
|---|---|
| Ambassadors with reach | Activate well-known faces or loyal supporters as first donors |
| One concrete story | Tell the story of one person — not a general mission |
| Right timing | Launch near holidays or emotionally charged moments |
| Social sharing | Every WeGlow candle is shareable — encourage donors to do so |
🕯️ Does your organization have a story the world deserves to hear?
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Start your campaign on WeGlow →Frequently asked questions
How does a crowdfunding campaign on WeGlow work?
You create a campaign page with your story, set your goal and share the link. Donors give directly and their contribution appears as a candle on the interactive world map.
Does it cost anything to create a campaign?
WeGlow works on a commission model — you only pay a small fee on successful donations. No fixed monthly costs.
How quickly does a campaign go live?
Creating a campaign takes less than 15 minutes on average. After approval, your page is immediately visible to donors.
Is WeGlow only for recognized charities?
Yes, WeGlow is specifically built for recognized foundations and non-profit organizations, ensuring donor trust.