What is Kickstarter?
Established in 2009 and headquartered in New York, Kickstarter operates as a global online crowdfunding community. It empowers artists, musicians, filmmakers, designers, and other creators to raise capital for their diverse projects. By connecting creators with a global network of backers, Kickstarter facilitates the realization of innovative and artistic endeavors, fostering a unique ecosystem for project development and community engagement.
How much funding has Kickstarter raised?
Kickstarter has raised a total of $10M across 1 funding round:
Other Financing Round
$10M
Other Financing Round (2009): $10M with participation from Caterina Fake, Joshua Schachter, Craig Shapiro, Scott Heiferman, Peter Hershberg, Matt Haughey, Joshua Stylman, Zach Klein, Betaworks, Dan Rosensweig, Chris Dixon, David Cross, Abundance Partners, Jack Dorsey, Joi Ito, Christopher Kaskie, and Union Square Ventures
Key Investors in Kickstarter
The Chris Dixon Co
The Chris Dixon Co is a company operating in the Information & Document Management industry, likely focusing on early-stage technology investments.
Abundance Partners
Abundance Partners LLC is an alternative investment firm based in New York City, specializing in early-stage enterprise technology companies and providing operational support to entrepreneurs.
Union Square Ventures
Union Square Ventures is a venture capital firm based in New York City that invests in transformative markets influenced by technological and societal changes, focusing on innovative companies poised for growth.
What's next for Kickstarter?
The recent major strategic investment in Kickstarter signals a continued focus on expanding its platform's reach and enhancing its services for creators and backers alike. This capital infusion is likely to support technological advancements, international expansion, and the development of new features aimed at streamlining the crowdfunding process. As a leader in its sector, Kickstarter is poised to further solidify its role in democratizing funding for creative projects worldwide.
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