Do you love roller derby? We've got two smokin' hot roller derby-related projects seeking funding this week. This is How I Roll is a documentary about an all-male roller derby league trying to gain acceptance and support in a sport dominated by females. Hellbent Helmets… read more
As we always say, one of the great things about IndieGoGo is that anyone can use our site to raise money for any idea, project, cause or passion. These three campaigns showcase the broad range of people using IndieGoGo. The one thing they have in… read more
Ever wonder how the stroke-of-genius products you see in the Sky Mall catalog actually get thought up and made? They start with a smart design(er), an illustration, and then, if there's enough financial backing, a prototype that gets shopped out to product manufacturers who then… read more
The film finance market is notorious for favoring blockbusters and commercial potential in place of smaller, less-known productions. Crowdfunding has presented an unprecedented opportunity for independent filmmakers — whether in features, shorts, documentaries, web series, and beyond — to not only raise funds for their… read more
When something happens twice, then it’s a trend, right? For the second time in as many months, fans have turned to IndieGoGo to raise funds for professional athletes. It sounds crazy, raising money for professional football players who probably don’t really need the money, but… read more
Fifty students are traveling to New Orleans to help rebuild after Katrina. One thing I love about IndieGoGo: it's a great place to browse for campaigns that support causes I care about. And sometimes causes I wasn't aware of to begin with, but learn about… read more
One thing I love about documentaries: they have the ability to transport you to a time and place you would otherwise never hear about. And some of my favorite documentaries dive deep into the history behind niche pop culture movements. Take for example 100 Yen… read more
Check out the variety of ways both musicians and fans are using IndieGoGo to fundraise: TV SHOWS JBTV This long-running Chicago-based music television show is getting the chance to air on a major network, but before that happens JBTV needs to raise $8,500 to pay… read more
Lauren Lemon is using IndieGoGo to recoup after $7000 worth of photography equipment was stolen from her apartment. We talk a lot about creative and cause-driven campaigns here, but what about using IndieGoGo to help fund something else altogether? These creative and talented people… read more
One of the street dogs Founding Hand hopes to help. A little personal story here. Three years ago my husband and I spotted a giant mastiff wandering lost and hungry in our alley. Being dog lovers, we checked to see if the animal had tags,… read more