Flattr is an online microdonations platform aimed at supporting artists and creators. Flattr users can choose to pay a small monthly donation that is split between their favorite content creators. The company was launched in Sweden in 2010
Alternatives to Flattr
Patreon
Company: Patreon Inc. | Founder: Sam Yam, Jack Conte | CEO: Jack Conte | Since: 2013
Patreon is an online patronage platform that connects artists with funding from their fans. Artists that use the platform include video creators, musicians, writers, podcasters, and models. The company itself was co-founded by a musician and a developer. Artists can…
Kickstarter
Company: Kickstarter, Inc. | Founder: Perry Chen, Yancey Strickler, Charles Adler | CEO: Yancey Strickler | Since: 2009
Kickstarter is a crowdfunding platform focused on raising funds for creative projects, such as music, fashion, theater, films, among others. Users who contribute to projects are given back tangible experiences such as concert tickets. The site was launched in 2009…
Go Fund Me
Company: GoFundMe, Inc. | Founder: Andrew Ballester, Brad Damphousse | CEO: Rob Solomon
GoFundMe is a crowdfunding platform that allows individuals and organizations to raise funds for causes they support. The company has facilitated users to raise more than USD $4 billion for life-events such as graduations or celebrations or personal causes such…
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