You may think of raising funds online and raising funds at live events (benefits, silent auctions, walks, bake sales) as two separate ballgames. But if you're currently in the planning stages of a live event designed to raise money for a cause, project, or organization,… read more
Are you familiar with the acronym TLDR? If not, you should be. TLDR is internet poison. It stands for, "too long, didn't read." You don't want anything you produce to fall into this category. It's difficult, with all the information we're bombarded with online, to… read more
ContactMe.com This easy-to-use web application allows you to store and manage your contacts as well as add notes about the time and nature of your last communication with them. Perfect for groups managing a database of contacts and a great way to keep up with… read more
Sometimes it's hard to step outside of ourselves and see our campaigns the way others might see them. Of course we know why we're seeking funding on IndieGoGo and why people might be interested in our campaign, but from time to time, we stumble at… read more
Hanna and Alison met in New York City in 2009 when Alison hired Hanna to walk her dog, Connor. The former magazine editor and former bike messenger bonded over their deep love for animals and passion for healthy, sustainable food. The idea for Evermore pet… read more
Art Monastery Summer Programming has several elements of a really great pitch and we wanted to share them here with you so you can apply their smarts to your own campaigns. (Plus, it's a really great program! Check it out here.) A pitch video that… read more
It's important to keep your contributors and fans involved in your campaign even after your funding period has ended. Here's why: – Staying in touch makes it easier to reach out when you start another crowdfunding campaign. – Maintaining relationships shows an appreciation that goes… read more
I know some people who literally can't wait to get their hands on this smart design innovation. After a year of drafting, designing, tweaking and prototyping, campaign owner Elton Leung came up with a design for a comfortable stylus which can be stored in the… read more
Many of you are already using social media sites like Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, LinkedIn and YouTube to make connections and create interest in your ideas. But are maximizing your funding on IndieGoGo using the incredible power of social media to drive traffic to your campaign?… read more
There's something hilariously satisfying about this little bit tongue-and-cheek video made by the owners of a new fine goods shop opening its doors in Brooklyn this month. Gaia and Jonah break down the building-up process of any retail establishment by simply explaining what they'll need… read more