Crowdfunding projects
Crowdfunding projects

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How crowdfunding works

Crowdfunding is a way of raising money for great ideas from the people around you.

Ready to get started? Get organised with a crowdfunding plan and map out your network and build your community.

Before you get started, it’s important to have a clear vision of what you want to achieve, how long you have to do it, and what you’re going to do to be successful.

Not sure where to start? Our knowledge hub has you covered.

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Things to decide:

  • What you need the money for
  • What your deadline is
  • Who is part of your team
  • What the end goal is

When you start working on your Crowdfunder page, one of the most important things you’ll need to do is tell the story behind your project.

Projects on Crowdfunder can offer rewards in return for pledges, as well as simply collecting donations. Rewards are a brilliant way to say 'thank you' and give people something in return for their support.

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Important things:

  • Tell an engaging story
  • Add a video if possible
  • Make it easy to follow
  • Consider offering rewards

Ready to start crowdfunding?

Hundreds of millions have been raised from our crowd to support the projects they love. Plus tens of millions more unlocked by our partners.

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When you’ve completed your project page, and you’re happy with it, you can move onto getting ready to launch. Then spread the word and get your crowd excited. Connect with people who care about your project and tell them why it’s worth supporting.

You need to be prepared to shout from the rooftops and tell anyone who will listen about your project.

Part of the crowdfunding journey involves connecting with your supporters and keeping them updated. This is vital in creating noise and boosting the amount people likely to pledge.

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Before you go live:

  • Proof read your project page
  • Double check your target
  • Apply for match funding
  • Review the plan
  • Warm up your crowd
  • Enjoy the ride

So your project has closed successfully and you’ve raised the money needed to make your idea happen, but what now?

Make sure to let your supporters know you've been successful, and if you've offered rewards, when theirs is on the way.

You will usually receive the money raised through your Crowdfunder within seven working days with any fees having already been taken.

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Once you're successful:

  • Say thank you
  • Receive your money
  • Send out your rewards 
  • Keep everyone updated
  • Give yourself a pat on the back

Crowdfund with confidence

Our practical tools can help you get started and succeed.

Ready to start crowdfunding?

Hundreds of millions have been raised from our crowd to support the projects they love. Plus tens of millions more unlocked by our partners.

Get started

About Crowdfunder

Crowdfunder exists to help people and communities create real, lasting change. We believe the best ideas often start locally, and we’re here to give them the support they need.

Over the past decade, thousands of causes have been funded on Crowdfunder – raising over £400 million for communities and charities across the UK.

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Crowdfunding projects