It might not feel like the end of August is fast approaching — but to a growing community of “Burners” around the world, it’s moving like a freight train — straight to the Black Rock Desert of Nevada. It’s time for Burning Man. Burning Man… read more
Every week, we give team members at Indiegogo an opportunity to talk about the campaigns that have caught their attention. Here’s what we were talking about this week: An/Product Tentsile Suspended Tents Location: London, United Kingdom A terrific example of biomimicry (nature inspired design solutions)… read more
One of the founding principles of Indiegogo is its openness — anyone, anywhere can raise money for any idea. This has, in turn, created an unprecedented platform of empowerment for many of the world’s underserved, underrepresented, underprivileged, and discriminated against. Of these groups, members and… read more
Amanda/Product Hub Johannesburg: Version 2.o Location: Johannesburg, South Africa Access to a collaborative community is a key success factor for many entrepreneurs. I am thrilled to see social entrepreneurs in South Africa leveraging the power of a global network to help facilitate much needed change and… read more
Amanda/Product Let’s Get Jack a Van! Location: Oakland, California Parents work hard to provide for their kids, especially those with special needs. Lou is a rock star! Andrew/Growth Calligraphuck: Exquisitely profane letterpress cards Location: Brisbane, Australia Incredible stationery. Hilarious and well-designed. You won’t be able to walk a… read more
In just a matter of days, the Olympic flame will be lit in London to kick off the 2012 Olympic Games, and whether its in the crowds in the stands or around television sets, the whole world is sure to be watching. These same crowds… read more
Amanda/Product Aldea Baking Project Location: Piura, Peru It’s exciting to see the impact a single oven can have on these orphans and the community that supports them! I am inspired by these volunteers’ commitment to empowering The Aldea. Bret/Customer Happiness Surfer Grrrls Brazil Location: San Francisco, CA… read more
Andrew/Growth Who Gives A Crap – toilet paper that builds toilets Location: Melbourne, Australia I give a crap! A great viral campaign with an even better cause. Crista/Catalysts CABORCA 2012 SEASON Location: New York, New York It’s great to see this NYC based theater company thinking outside… read more
Crista/Catalysts Peace Love & Kids Yoga! A Place Where Little Yogis Are Om Grown Location: Austin, Texas This Yoga program for kids teaches, fitness, discipline and collaboration and looks like so much fun! Danae/Co-Founder & COO FRESH CURRENTS: A Renewable Energy… read more
Andrew/Marketing Spectrum Location: Bristol, United Kingdom Based on the spec video, this game will be beautiful! Bosco/Senior Software Engineer BlackGirlsCODE’s 2012 Summer of Code Location: San Francisco, USA Getting more girls to be engineers can only be a good thing.… read more