Kickstarter

Kickstarter

How it Works

Kickstarter is a fundraising platform for creative projects, including those related to food, with clear goals and deadlines. If the project succeeds in reaching its funding goal, backers are charged at the end; if the project does not reach its funding goal, backers are not charged.

Funding Focuses On

Creative projects, including those related to food, farming, and food retail.

Funding Limit

No limit. Project creator must meet funding goal by deadline in order to receive funding.

Qualifications

Must honestly represent business to create an all or nothing campaign. (If campaign does not achieve fundraising goal, no money is provided to the business). Nonprofits and charitable organizations can use Kickstarter to raise funds for specific projects or endeavors making something new and shareable, but not for general support for their cause or mission. Energy food and drink based-businesses are not accepted. Fees apply.

Financing Geographic Area

Worldwide 

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