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@article{173681,
        author = {Atharva Dhumal and Dhaigude Rutuja Bapurao and Kamble Sahil Siddheshwar and Dr. Geetanjali Vivek Kale},
        title = {Blockchain-Based Donation Application for Stray Animal Welfare},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {10},
        pages = {1378-1384},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=173681},
        abstract = {The escalating prevalence of stray animals within urban ecosystems necessitates robust financial mechanisms to facilitate their welfare and rehabilitation. This study proposes a blockchain-integrated donation platform architected to streamline financial intermediation between benefactors and accredited animal welfare entities. Leveraging the immutability of distributed ledger technology (DLT), the platform ensures financial probity through transparent and auditable fund allocation via self-executing smart contracts, effectively mitigating fiduciary risks and discrepancies. The system incorporates an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) designed to optimize user experience (UX), facilitate real-time transaction auditing through cryptographic verification, and foster an ecosystem of informed advocacy. Furthermore, embedded knowledge modules disseminate educational content pertaining to animal welfare, thereby enhancing stakeholder engagement and promoting responsible philanthropy. By harnessing the inherent decentralization and cryptographic security of blockchain architectures, this initiative establishes a resilient and trust-driven financial conduit for the sustainable support of stray animal welfare programs.},
        keywords = {Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT), Smart Contracts, Cryptographic Ledger, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Animal Welfare, Transparency, Auditability, Immutability, User Experience (UX), Philanthropy.},
        month = {March},
        }