Campaign News
Startups
Equity
United Kingdom
Multiple UK Startups Launch Crowdfunding Campaigns on Crowdcube and Republic
Several UK-based startups, including Folc, Permia Sensing, QPlay, Deadly Dozen Fitness Race, Carbon Neutral Fuels, and Collider, are actively raising funds through crowdfunding platforms such as Crowdcube and Republic. The campaigns span industries from food and beverage to fitness and green energy. Some campaigns disclose fundraising targets and EIS eligibility. The article highlights each company's mission and investment details.
Campaign News
Startups
Reward
Fraudulent Kickstarter Campaign for Project GT Exposed by Original Developers
Studio Siphon has revealed that a recent Kickstarter campaign for Project GT was a scam run by third-party leakers using unauthorized prototype footage. The campaign had reached its funding goal before being identified as fraudulent. The developers have filed a complaint with Kickstarter and confirmed that legitimate development of Project GT is ongoing.
Platform Update
Market Data
Green energy
Debt
USA
Climatize Surpasses 40 Renewable Energy Projects and $18M Raised via Crowdfunding
Climatize, a Santa Cruz-based crowdfunding platform, has funded its 40th renewable energy project and raised over $18 million for initiatives nationwide. The platform enables individuals to invest in solar and other clean energy projects through microloans starting at $10. Since its 2023 launch, more than 4,300 investors have participated in funding projects across the U.S.
Success Story
Art
Donation
Czech Republic
St. Vitus Cathedral Unveils New Organ Funded by Crowdfunding Campaign
St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague has inaugurated a new organ, funded by a crowdfunding campaign that raised over 135 million Czech koruna from thousands of donors. The campaign began in 2017 and enabled the construction and installation of the instrument by Gerhard Grenzing's workshop. The organ was blessed in a ceremony and will be featured in a series of concerts.
Campaign News
United Kingdom
Oakbank Community Inn Launches Crowdfunding Campaign for Decking Area Expansion
Oakbank Community Inn in Sandbank has started a 'Buy a Plank' crowdfunding campaign to raise £10,000 for rebuilding and extending its outdoor decking area. The funds will be used for materials, labour, and construction, improving access between the inn and the neighbouring marina. Supporters can contribute by purchasing a symbolic plank. The campaign follows the inn's recent transition to community ownership.
Campaign News
Reward
Dungeon Crawler Carl RPG Crowdfunding Campaign Surpasses $2 Million on BackerKit
The Dungeon Crawler Carl RPG campaign on BackerKit has quickly raised over $2 million. The campaign's rapid fundraising highlights strong community interest and support. Details about the campaign's goals and rewards were not provided in the excerpt.
Trends
Market Data
Donation
Canada
GoFundMe Reports 274% Surge in Canadian Cost-of-Living Campaigns Since 2020
GoFundMe has seen a 274% increase in Canadian campaigns mentioning cost of living since 2020, with over 15,000 fundraisers for essential needs launched between January and May 2026. The article highlights how more Canadians are turning to crowdfunding to cover basic expenses amid rising inflation and limited social support. Experts note that only a minority of such campaigns reach their funding goals.
Campaign News
Art
Reward
USA
A Wave Blue World Launches ‘Civil Disobedience’ Anthology Crowdfunding Campaign on Kickstarter
A Wave Blue World has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its new anthology, 'Civil Disobedience: Stories of Resistance.' The campaign runs from June 9 to July 4 and offers both digital and print rewards, including exclusive content and collectibles. The anthology features 16 stories and practical guides, with contributions from a diverse group of creators.
Campaign News
Real estate
Equity
North America
Blue Mahoe Capital Launches Equity Crowdfunding for Caribbean Real Estate Projects
Blue Mahoe Capital Caribbean Inc. has launched an equity crowdfunding campaign via Silicon Prairie, allowing retail investors to participate in Caribbean real estate development. The offering is conducted under Regulation Crowdfunding, with shares priced at $10 and a $100 minimum investment. The initial focus is on housing projects in Jamaica, with potential expansion to other CARICOM countries.
Campaign News
Health & Science
Equity
USA
Plaud Raised $5M via Crowdfunding Before Achieving $100M in Recurring Revenue
Plaud, a San Francisco-based tech company, initially raised around $5 million through a crowdfunding campaign. The company has since grown rapidly, generating $100 million in annual recurring revenue from its AI-powered note-taking devices and subscription services. Plaud's hardware-first approach and recent acquisitions have expanded its reach into sectors like healthcare and legal services.
