Go independent with your crowdfunding project?
Should you use a platform for your crowdfunding project – or go it alone I was asked at a recent workshop whether it was possible to run a crowdfunding project independently – without registering on a platform. The answer is – yes, of course. But you should look carefully at the pros and cons. Running … Read more
Crowdfunding the Titanic
A century after Titanic sank, her story still fascinates us The RMS Titanic, the largest ship afloat at the time, sank on her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York 15 April 1912 after hitting an iceberg. She carried over 2,200 passengers, both rich and poor. 1,514 people died. She has remained one of the … Read more
Ever wondered where the crowd is for your crowdfunding project?
We are funny with money I ask participants at crowdfunding training sessions what project or venture would they give £10 or £50 to make happen (not charity). Though the money is virtual few groups give any away. What hinders them the credibility of the person or group have they done the market research to find … Read more
Planning your crowdfunding campaign – from daunting to possible
Got a great idea? A service or product that you just know people will want if they know about it? It might seem easy to post and launch your project to a platform but crowdfunding campaigns are hard work and should be carefully planned in detail Teams I have been working with over the past … Read more
Crowdfunding festivals – tips for a successful campaign
Join me on April 19, Manchester for a Crowdfunding Workshop Arts, film or music festivals are crowdfunding They should be easier than most ventures to fund as they generally have a team developing the festival backed by performers, artists, back room staff, business and the community – who all should want the festival to happen. Made … Read more
Who is your crowd and how can you entice them to support your crowdfunding campaign
Social media has enabled crowdfunding campaigns to reach friends, family and known supporters across time and space But what about the crowd you don’t know, who might donate – if they only knew you were there? Can we learn from research into social network habits and social networkers? In most online communities 1% actively … Read more
Crowdfunding business – CrowdCube success
What can we read into this infographic on Crowdcube first year as the first business finance crowdfunding platform? UK businesses have raised £2.3million via Crowdcube in its first year. The Rushmore Group achieved the first ever £1 million through crowdfunding. The platform was named as best start-up 2011 by Startups.co.uk and nominated for “Best Alternative Funding … Read more
Crowdfunding Development – raising money and awareness
Crowdfunding development awareness? I have worked for 20 years in development education – raising awareness of development issues in schools and communities across NW England. Funding this activity has always been difficult but in the current climate it is almost impossible. Development education should look to crowdfunding to fund or co-fund projects building support and raising … Read more
Where does crowdfunding fit with a sustainable funding strategy?
Third sector organisations do well to diversify their income from a range of sources in this cold climate But where does crowdfunding fit in? Thinking about adopting a diverse funding mix can help your organisation become more financially sustainable in the long-term. The key to ensuring stability is the diversification of income streams underpinned by … Read more
Using Random Acts of Kindness in your crowdfunding campaigns
A random act of kindness is a selfless act performed by a person or people wishing to either assist or cheer up an individual person or people The power behind such act is extremely impactful and contagious This diagram (Courtesy James Fowler, UC San Diego) illustrates how a single act of kindness can spread between individuals … Read more
