January 21, 2014 · Behind The Scenes

Team Indiegogo’s Campaign Roundup (1/21/14)

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Every week, we give team members at Indiegogo an opportunity to talk about the campaigns that have caught their attention.

Here’s what they were talking about this week:

Revolving Fund for Solar Energy

Solar EnergyLocation: San Francisco, California
“The Solar Seed Fund pays for solar energy installations on local community centers and nonprofits that pay back over time, enabling them to install solar energy at additional locations. It’s the contribution that keeps on contributing!”
– Bre D. (@IndiegogoCause)

Pat the NES Punk Vol. 3 DVD Set

Pat the NES PunkLocation: San Diego, California
“Pat the NES Punk a YouTube sensation is back with this incredible campaign!” – John V. (@gogoJV)

The Gratifly 2014 Seed Project

 GratiflyLocation: Asheville, North Carolina
“This is all about creating music and community and leaving a place ‘better’ than it was before you came — sort of a modern day Woodstock or low-fi Burning Man.” – Liz W. (@gogoglobalLiz)

10,000 Pushups to Save Lives

Pushups for Clean WaterLocation: Los Angeles, California
“Tyson is going to Uganda to work with RainCatcher and will install special water filters at 40 schools and orphanages. He will do 10,000 pushups in 10 days as a ‘thank you’ for the support.” – Pam M.

Whitechapel DVD

WhitechapelLocation: Knoxville, Tennessee
“These guys have collected many hours of interviews and live footage, and this documentary will give fans a backstage look at what it’s like to be in a world-class touring band.” – Karen B. (@IndiegogoMusic)

6th Annual Marines Helping Marines Fishing Tournament

MarinesLocation: Wind Gap, Pennsylvania
“Imagine riding in the back of a Humvee. An IED just detonated, and you’ve lost your legs. Life has just changed for you…forever. As a former Marine, I make it a point to help other Marines who fought to keep us free in this great country. Let’s do what we can to show our appreciation to those who were wounded in combat.” – Matt C. (@mcanty81)

SOUNDWAVES ART

Soundwaves ArtLocation: Austin, Texas
“This campaign not only presents a unique and fascinating blend of creative genres (music + digital art), but also raises money to aid UK NGO War Child’s Children of Syria Appeal. The ultimate purpose of art is to serve.” – Ruika L. (@ruikalin)

Love Stalk

Love StalkLocation: Hong Kong
“This Hong Kong campaign is as romantic as it is funny and sweet. Help these talented filmmakers turn their short into a feature!”
– Marc H. (@theoriginalhoff)