Kickstarter

Kickstarter, PBC is a public benefit corporation based in Brooklyn, New York City, that operates a global crowdfunding platform. Founded in 2009, it supports creative projects across various fields, allowing creators to raise funds directly from individuals worldwide. The platform covers a wide range of categories, including films, games, music, art, design, and technology. Kickstarter uses an all-or-nothing funding model, where backers are only charged if a project meets its funding goal. Successfully funded projects often provide backers with unique rewards, such as limited editions or copies of the creative work. The company has expanded internationally, welcoming projects from numerous countries and has adapted to a fully remote workforce since the COVID-19 pandemic. Kickstarter also offers a mobile app to help creators manage their projects and engage with backers conveniently.