Community & citizenship

Crowdfunding for Community Interest Companies (CICs)

Crowdfunding for Community Interest Companies (CICs)

by Rebecca Hughes | Jun 19, 2026

Crowdfunder prides itself on being the home of CIC crowdfunding in the UK. This guide answers the questions CIC directors and managers are actually searching for, from whether crowdfunding is available to you at all, through to fees, match funding, and how you compare to a registered charity. CIC’s are the thriving heart of communities […]

The Fight to Save Youth Clubs: how The Hangout Club in Glossop is securing their future

The Fight to Save Youth Clubs: how The Hangout Club in Glossop is securing their future

by Rachel | Feb 14, 2024

In communities across England, youth clubs serve as vital lifelines for young people, offering not only a sense of belonging but also valuable life skills and opportunities. However, a recent report has sounded the alarm, highlighting the precarious position many of these clubs face due to funding cuts. One such club, nestled in the heart […]

Crowdfunding the UK’s First Community-Run LGBTQI+ Venue

Crowdfunding the UK’s First Community-Run LGBTQI+ Venue

by Tom Wood | Jan 11, 2024

With a dream of reviving London’s LGBTQI+ community, Friends of the Joiners Arms (FOTJA) embarked on an ambitious crowdfunding campaign, successfully raising £127,735 with 2260 investors in just 70 days. This achievement, realised on the 16th of August 2022, marked a significant milestone in the journey towards opening the doors of the UK’s inaugural community-run […]

The Drewe Arms Journey from Closure to Crowdfunding Success

The Drewe Arms Journey from Closure to Crowdfunding Success

by Tom Wood | Jan 11, 2024

In the picturesque village of Drewsteignton, nestled in Dartmoor National Park, stands the historic Drewe Arms, a pub with a rich legacy and a place at the heart of the community. However, like many traditional pubs, the Drewe Arms faced the threat of closure, and its doors were shut for an entire year, leaving a […]

Salford Red Devils: A Community-Powered Journey

Salford Red Devils: A Community-Powered Journey

by Tom Wood | Jan 11, 2024

In the heart of Salford, the Salford Red Devils celebrated their 150th anniversary in 2023. What makes this milestone even more special is the club’s transformation into a true ‘Community Club’ since 2018, breaking away from a benefactor ownership model that defined its history. This marks not just a reflection on the past but a […]

Tackling Waste & Sharing Skills: The Woodshop of Recycled Delights

Tackling Waste & Sharing Skills: The Woodshop of Recycled Delights

by Tom Wood | Nov 29, 2023

In the heart of North and East London, a remarkable initiative is taking root, transforming waste timber into community treasures and empowering individuals with carpentry skills. The Woodshop of Recycled Delights, a non-profit Community Interest Company (CIC), has evolved into a thriving hub that not only teaches carpentry but also rescues thousands of kilograms of […]

MORE THAN A POST OFFICE: Saving a vital community hub!

MORE THAN A POST OFFICE: Saving a vital community hub!

by Crowdfunder | May 07, 2019

Raised £8,513 | 68 Supporters

Crowdfunder Stories | Watch the series

Crowdfunder Stories | Watch the series

by Murry Toms | Feb 14, 2019

Crowdfunder Stories: A journey of mental health

Crowdfunder Stories | Chocolarder

Crowdfunder Stories | Chocolarder

by Crowdfunder | Jan 24, 2019

Crowdfunder Stories: A journey of mental health

PIANODROME: Tuning in with Edinburgh

PIANODROME: Tuning in with Edinburgh

by Crowdfunder | Jan 23, 2019

£11,500 raised | 209 supporters

Giving people a voice: Crowdfunder as a modern marketing tool

Giving people a voice: Crowdfunder as a modern marketing tool

by Murry Toms | Jan 23, 2019

Crowdfunding is real democracy in action and the anti-Brexit campaign was powered by a huge crowd

Showing Heart for the Community Cafe

Showing Heart for the Community Cafe

by Crowdfunder | Dec 20, 2018

Raised £2,090 | 35 supporters

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