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fromTime Out London
4 days ago

The tallest standpipe tower in London could soon reopen to the public

The London Museum of Water and Steam is crowdfunding to re-open its 1867-built standpipe, the tallest in London and a unique Victorian landmark.
London
fromPolygon
1 week ago

Board game crowdfunding powerhouse Gamefound acquires Indiegogo

Our success comes from a simple philosophy: build a platform at least twice as good as the next competitor, and then dedication, hard work and focus from our team to make it happen.
E-Commerce
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Indiegogo is getting acquired by Gamefound, a board game crowdfunding company

Gamefound has built "the best tech in crowdfunding, hands down," Indiegogo CEO Julie dePontbriand tells The Verge. "By joining forces, we're aligning with the strongest platform out there - so we can bring the very best tools, features, and experience to our creators."
E-Commerce
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Portland Bookshop Mother Foucault's Crowdfunds To Buy Its Building

Mother Foucault's bookshop plans to buy its building and develop a community-oriented space.
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Portland Book Shop Mother Foucault's Crowdfunds To Buy Its Building

Mother Foucault's bookstore aims to buy its building and needs to raise $300,000 by September 21 for a downpayment.
#handheld-gaming
#entrepreneurship
#board-games
London
fromianVisits
1 week ago

London's tallest standpipe tower could welcome visitors again - once the pigeon poo is gone

The Victorian tower in Brentford aims to reopen with crowdfunding support after extensive cleaning and restoration is completed.
#gaming
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago
Gadgets

New Gaming Handheld Transforms From A Nintendo Switch Into A DS But It Won't Come Cheap

fromKotaku
2 weeks ago
Gadgets

New Gaming Handheld Transforms From A Nintendo Switch Into A DS But It Won't Come Cheap

fromAWeber
2 weeks ago

How Mattia Di Stasi Closes More Deals with Targeted Email Funnels Using AWeber

Mattia started by connecting automated email sequences to his free resources which he shared across his website, social media, and other channels. From there, he built out segmented automations based on how a subscriber found him and whether they had already scheduled a call with his team.
Fundraising
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Grave restored to mark Wimbledon's first champion

Spencer Gore's grave was restored to honor his legacy as the first Wimbledon champion after a successful crowdfunding campaign.
Fundraising
fromPR Daily
2 weeks ago

The Scoop: 'Tiny Chef' viral video shows importance of new content streams - PR Daily

The cancellation of 'The Tiny Chef Show' has incited fan support, crowdfunding, and a pivot towards independence from Nickelodeon.
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

The Long-Stalled Reopening of Don Ramon's Turns to Crowdfunding to Make Its Final Push

The new incarnation of Don Ramon's could open at Embarcadero Center if enough funding is secured from a crowdfunding campaign to finance its buildout.
SF food
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Young carer amazed' as Guardian readers pay off her 2,000 fine for benefit rules mistake

Carer Rose Jones received support to pay off a 2,000 fine after a mistaken breach of benefits rules due to conflicting advice from the DWP.
fromBitcoin Magazine
4 weeks ago

Geyser Launches $10K Nostr Wallet Connect Grant To Spark Open-Source Innovation

Geyser launched a $10K NWC Hackathon Grant for innovative Bitcoin projects using Nostr Wallet Connect.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

Palestinian aid fundraisers face hurdles on GoFundMe

Crowdfunding for Palestinians faces issues as GoFundMe freezes or refunds significant amounts raised without clear justification.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

People Are Crying Over This Heartbreaking Video Of A Kids' TV Show Announcing Its Cancellation

"But what about Rob? And Jen? Kate? Patty? MK? Leah? All my friends?" These poignant words from Tiny Chef underline the emotional impact of cancellation on cast and crew, showcasing the show's community spirit.
NYC parents
Gadgets
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

You wouldn't think THIS product just broke a Kickstarter world record

Anker Innovations' eufyMake E1 UV Printer is revolutionizing crafting with consumer-friendly features and significant crowdfunding success.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Peak Design's new portable pro tripods can support up to 40 pounds of camera gear

Peak Design's new pro tripods cater to professional photographers with enhanced weight support and adjustable height.
#racism
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

Neon Reportedly Doubled Chris Stuckmann's Budget to Reshoot 'Shelby Oaks' with 'More Gore and Violence' - Sets October Release Date

Neon's "Shelby Oaks," a crowd-funded horror film, opens in theaters on October 3 after successfully ramping up production.
Music
fromPolygon
1 month ago

D&D 5e exclusive reveal: Inside Crooked Moon's new scarecrow and plague rat PC species

The Crooked Moon campaign introduces unique species for D&D, like harvestborn and plagueborn, enhancing the folk-horror theme for players.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'You might get nothing, but there's also a chance that you get 100,000' - the life-changing potential of crowdfunding

Crowdfunding in Ireland enables individuals to raise funds for medical, creative, and charitable needs through community support.
London startup
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Britain's longest-running cat cafe faces closure 'after falling into uncontrollable debt'

Lady Dinah's Cat Emporium faces closure due to debt, but its manager aims to save it through crowdfunding and new leadership.
fromwww.advocate.com
1 month ago

Here are 7 LGBTQ+ groups you can donate to as major companies quit sponsoring Pride events

Since January 2024, GoFundMe has seen over 1,000 fundraisers created to help the LGBTQ+ community, raising more than $1.2 million for Pride celebrations.
SF LGBT
London music
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Hobgoblin Music launches first crowdfunding campaign to keep music shops alive on the high street

Hobgoblin Music raises £190,000 via crowdfunding to secure its future and grow.
East Bay food
fromEater SF
2 months ago

A Brand-New A16 Drops in Napa

A16 Napa opens with classic Italian dishes and new menu items; Dave McLean re-enters the beer scene with Hidden Splendor Beer.
#tabletop-games
fromPolygon
2 months ago
Board games

Conduct a soul-saving (or soul-condemning) ritual at home in the solo TTRPG Sin Eater

fromPolygon
2 months ago
Board games

Conduct a soul-saving (or soul-condemning) ritual at home in the solo TTRPG Sin Eater

fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Gouach wants you to insert and pluck the cells from its Infinite e-bike battery

"It was really a setback for the company [Gouach] at the time," Vallette said. "But we knew that the technology itself was good, so we designed our own casing."
Gadgets
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Star Citizen "Pay-To-Win" Ship Upgrades Cause Fan Revolt

"Selling performance altering modules and keeping them locked behind this paywall even for a short period is still the definition of pay to win and not ok CIG."
Video games
Board games
fromPolygon
2 months ago

Play Indiana Jones or Lara Croft in the new TTRPG Outgunned Adventure

Outgunned Adventure brings classic pulp action film experiences to tabletop RPG with new character roles and an innovative gameplay system.
#dungeons--dragons
Board games
fromPolygon
2 months ago

D&D Beyond is getting Crooked Moon, the biggest ever 5e Kickstarter hit

Dungeons & Dragons is enhancing D&D Beyond with third-party content integration for streamlined gameplay.
Board games
fromPolygon
2 months ago

D&D Beyond is getting Crooked Moon, the biggest ever 5e Kickstarter hit

Dungeons & Dragons is enhancing D&D Beyond with third-party content integration for streamlined gameplay.
Cryptocurrency
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Crowdsales in Crypto: Initial (Something) Offerings and Their Regulations | HackerNoon

Crowdsales involve offering crypto tokens to raise funds for projects before their launch.
Fundraising
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Over 18M raised: How Crowdfunder and Sport England are shaping the future of community sports funding through matched crowdfunding

Over £18 million raised for grassroots sport in the UK through Crowdfunder and Sport England partnership since 2018.
SF LGBT
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Living on $270 monthly: How a millennial trans woman crowdfunds to pay her bills

Stephanie Todd, a disabled transgender woman in Idaho, relies on crowdfunding for medical expenses due to healthcare barriers.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Dave Portnoy Launches Blistering Attack on Ex-Bar Worker Who Claimed His Life Was Ruined After Antisemitic Sign Uproar

Dave Portnoy condemned an ex-employee for profiting from hate after he posted an antisemitic sign in a Barstool bar.
#restaurant
fromEater SF
2 months ago
East Bay food

Popular Oakland Restaurant Is Moving After 'Spray of Gunfire' Injures Customers at Dinner Service

East Bay food
fromEater SF
2 months ago

Popular Oakland Restaurant Is Moving After 'Spray of Gunfire' Injures Customers at Dinner Service

Oakland restaurant Pierre Pierre is crowdfunding to relocate and support staff after a shooting incident.
London food
fromEater Chicago
3 months ago

Michelin-Starred Atelier Plans on Moving to a Larger Space

Atelier restaurant seeks crowdfunding for a new location with better visibility and more foot traffic due to the success of its Michelin-starred status.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Charlamagne Torches Mom in Viral N-Word Video for Crowdfunding Over $600k: And You Wonder Why Some People Spell America With Three Ks'

Charlamagne tha God criticizes Shiloh Hendrix for her use of a racial slur and her crowdfunding efforts after public outcry.
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Lisbon-based Goparity secures 2.9M to democratise access to sustainable finance - Silicon Canals

Goparity raised €2.9M in funding to strengthen its role as a sustainable finance platform.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Woman Who Allegedly Hurled N-Word at Child in Playground Raises Over $350,000 on Crowdfunding Website

"I recently had a kid steal from my 18 month old sons diaper bag at a park. I called the kid out for what he was."
Black Lives Matter
#karmelo-anthony
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
SF parents

Karmelo Anthony family's plans for $500K donations after Texas track meet stabbing revealed by fundraising exec

fromNew York Post
3 months ago
SF parents

Karmelo Anthony family's plans for $500K donations after Texas track meet stabbing revealed by fundraising exec

fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

Ways to Fund Your Side Hustle Without Relying on Banks

Selling unused items can be a great way to generate quick funds for your side hustle, with local pawn shops offering immediate cash without the long wait.
Startup companies
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

GiveSendGo co-founder 'not proud' to host fundraiser for alleged track meet murder suspect, says some donors are 'wrong'

Over $514,000 raised for Karmelo Anthony's legal fees despite murder allegations and other platforms rejecting the campaign.
fromPolygon
3 months ago

Altered TCG's wild new print-on-demand service is a game changer

Altered introduces a unique 'print on demand' feature, revolutionizing the trading card game experience by allowing players to order specific cards.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Pro-LTN campaigners hail 'brilliant' news that Bethnal Green row will be heard in Court of Appeal

Not many cases are given permission to go to the Court of Appeal. It's very encouraging that the judge thinks we have a realistic prospect of success, and also that this case raises important issues of public interest.
London politics
fromPolygon
3 months ago

Helldivers 2 board game looks rad, but the fine print about Trump's tariffs is a real drag

Steamforged's crowdfunding campaign for Helldivers 2 has surpassed its goal significantly, raising concerns about potential tariff impacts on shipping.
London music
fromTime Out London
3 months ago

East London favourite Blondies Brewery could be forced to close after noise complaints

Blondies Brewery in Leyton is crowdfunding to secure its future amid noise complaints and licensing threats.
fromLondon On The Inside
3 months ago

Grindhouse Cinema The Nickel Is Opening a Permanent Space in Clerkenwell

The Nickel, a new microcinema in London, is set to showcase B-movies and alternative films, emphasizing grassroots filmmaking.
#ssd
fromZDNET
4 months ago
Gadgets

This thumb-sized SSD is my new favorite iPhone accessory for work travel - how it works

Gadgets
fromZDNET
4 months ago

This thumb-sized SSD is my new favorite iPhone accessory for work travel - how it works

The Planck SSD offers high performance and versatility for content creators at a competitive price.
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Kickstarter isn't just for indie passion projects anymore

"The Apprentice campaign is a powerful example of how creators-even those with established platforms-are using Kickstarter not just to fund projects..."
Independent films
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Betis should crowdfund to extend Antony loan - Isco

We have to crowdfund so he can stay at least another year," Isco told DAZN. "We've noticed a change since he arrived; he brings us a lot.
Real Madrid
Fundraising
fromeLearning Industry
4 months ago

Bridging eLearning And Fundraising: Innovative Strategies For Educational Growth

eLearning and fundraising are essential for driving educational growth and accessibility.
Crowdfunding plays a critical role in supporting educational initiatives through community engagement.
Digital fundraising is increasingly important, accounting for 72% of contributions.
#mountain-biking
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

London's Vagina Museum saved from immediate closure in 'make or break' crowdfunding campaign

The Vagina Museum has successfully raised £70,400 to avoid imminent closure, showcasing strong community support.
#kickstarter
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 months ago

Taxi firms crowdfund final legal push against Uber over VAT on fares

Minicab operators are crowdfunding £500,000 to fight Uber's VAT proposal, fearing negative impacts on local services and passengers.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Taxi firms crowdfund legal battle with Uber over VAT on fares in UK

The legal dispute over VAT regulations could significantly raise taxi fares outside London, affecting passengers and operators alike.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
4 months ago

I tested the world's smallest SSD with my iPhone - it's changed the way I work and travel

The Planck SSD offers a compact storage solution for content creators, providing high performance and ease of use across multiple devices.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
4 months ago

The 34 Croydon boys killed on a school trip and the campaign to remember them

"It's a sad but very important part of the school's history. We take all of our new year 7 students along to Croydon Crematorium and talk to them about the tragedy."
London politics
Independent films
fromPolygon
4 months ago

Stop-motion anime Junk World's trailer unleashes a zany apocalyptic future

The highly anticipated sequel Junk World will be released in Japanese theaters on June 13, continuing the story started in Junk Head.
fromPolygon
4 months ago

Your custom miniature would look good as a custom d20 from Hero Forge

Hero Forge's new customizable dice allow players to embed character miniatures and accessories, enhancing tabletop gaming experiences, while the Kickstarter campaign offers an exclusive pre-order opportunity.
DC food
Independent films
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Robert Rodriguez launches Brass Knuckle Films, turning movie fans into investors

Robert Rodriguez's Brass Knuckle Films invites fans to invest in films and create new content, enhancing their involvement in the filmmaking process.
Board games
fromPolygon
4 months ago

The Monty Python RPG does exactly what it says on the tin

Monty Python's Cocurricular Mediaeval Reenactment Programme offers a unique, immersive tabletop experience for fans of Monty Python with rich art and humor.
fromsfist.com
4 months ago

Mission-Bernal Pinball Joint Outer Orbit Announces Closing Date, But Crowdfunding to Possibly Survive

Outer Orbit’s mission is clear: they aim to provide an exceptional community experience while serving delicious food, highlighted notably by their celebrated french fries. The current operational model is becoming unfeasible, however, prompting a shift towards a new venture.
Portland food
Boston food
fromEater Boston
4 months ago

A Line-Inducing Bagel Pop-Up Is Setting Up Shop in South Boston

Brick Street Bagels is moving from a pop-up to a permanent location in South Boston, expanding its menu and community presence.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I was unemployed for 300 days. I often had sleepless nights and panic attacks because of it.

Mekela Watt faced 300 days of unemployment, anxiety over bills, and reliance on crowdfunding before securing a new job that alleviates her financial worries.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

Social-media startups target a new set of investors: their users

Social startups Diem and Spill enable users to invest in their platforms.
Investors are treated as community members with ownership stakes.
WeFunder allows everyday users to engage in crowdfunding.
Investing starts at low amounts, such as $100 for Diem.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 months ago

This App Is On A Mission To Recommend You The Perfect Game

Ludoscene app offers game recommendations through human curators, enabling personalized discovery of games outside algorithms.
fromEngadget
5 months ago

I'm writing about this cute cat plush so you play one of 2025's best games

"The cat, the one on your ship, was born here. That much is obvious. It is a creature of zero-gravity, a being that orbits and glides, not one that leaps and stalks."
Roam Research
Bootstrapping
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago

Tumblr backs Tapestry, a timeline app for the open social web | TechCrunch

Tumblr has financially backed Tapestry to enhance user control over online information feeds.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
5 months ago

A popular Japanese distraction-free writing device is coming to the US

The Pomera D250US targets distraction-free writing for serious writers in the US.
It is available through crowdfunding, indicating strong interest despite higher price points.
fromCreative Bloq
5 months ago

I never thought an e-reader would make a great game console

The Ink Console combines e-reading with interactive storytelling, encouraging creativity and game design among users.
The device promotes an engaging mix of traditional reading and gaming to attract a diverse audience.
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