The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is currently examining its current rules which states that private companies cannot access public investors beyond individual investments of $100. Should this rule be formalized, it can affect the legal ramifications for crowd-funding activity and minimize the usage… read more
Q1. Tell us about your campaign…. your inspiration, goals, why it’s important to you. A friend suggested I give crowdfunding a try, and I’m really grateful I did. It takes a lot of money to make a good album! My biggest goal for the fundraiser was… read more
Launching a campaign takes work but where the real elbow grease needs to be applied is in PR. Not only does it serve as a powerful vehicle to promote your idea or product but it serves to raise exposure around your crowdfunding efforts, even increasing… read more
Q1. Tell us about your campaign…. your inspiration, goals, why it’s important to you A New Creation Bakery is a dream of Mr Jones, an amazing man who spent 20 over years caring and feeding the needy in the neighborhood of Washington Heights and… read more
Every week we round up the week’s perks that we’ve shouted out on Twitter – take a look! COMIC - The Alchemist's EaselWant to earn limited artwork from an blind artist who draws from his unconscious? EDUCATION - Help PGD Serve More At-Risk Teens in the Atlanta AreaWant to… read more
Danae/COO & FounderHats for WarmthThis young design graduate creates added value points for an impactful transactional experience: her perks not only go to a cause related organization but to help her resolve accumulated debts from her college fees. Eric/CTO & FounderMakingForGiving for HOPE WorldwideGreat example… read more
DC Shorts Film Festival, now in it’s 8th year, kicks off tomorrow showcasing the largest audience-driven collection of short films in the USA. With 145 films from 23 nations, the event will draw together hundreds of filmmakers and thousands of audience to explore the world… read more
This week New York kicks of the global showcase that is Fashion Week focused on 2012's Spring/Summer collections. Following this designers, fashion models, buyers and press will take their circus to London, Paris and then Milan. This bi-annual event draws together the fashion business world… read more
Today Indiegogo announced its first round of funding. I am proud and honored to be surrounded by an exceptional team of investors, founders, and team-members. To the entire Indiegogo community, thank you for your support in getting us here, and we are looking forward to… read more
Every week we round up the week’s perks that we’ve shouted out on Twitter – take a look! ART - Glass Wings for Chichester CathedralFancy a private tour of Edinburgh by a New York sculptor who works with flame-worked glass? FILM – No Kisses For FreeWant someone to… read more