Maternity crowdfunding has emerged to fill the gaps in work policy and budget needs Having a baby is expensive and people are increasingly turning to crowdfunding to cover the costs of pregnancy and maternity leave. WebMD estimates the cost of pre-natal care at upwards of $2,000 and hospital costs of $15,000 and higher. Top it […]
Mothers Turn to Crowdfunding for Maternity and Pregnancy Costs
/in Building Crowdfunding Support /by Joseph HogueMaternity crowdfunding has emerged to fill the gaps in work policy and budget needs Having a baby is expensive and people are increasingly turning to crowdfunding to cover the costs of pregnancy and maternity leave. WebMD estimates the cost of pre-natal care at upwards of $2,000 and hospital costs of $15,000 and higher. Top it […]
How to Make a Business Plan and Bonus Free Business Plan Samples
/in Crowdfunding Goals, Small Business /by Joseph HogueUse this guide on how to make a business plan and free business plan samples to get your business idea started and ready for funding Whether you already have a business or just an idea, a business plan is essential. Even if you’re not considering raising money for your business, a plan will help you […]
Your New 501(c)(3) Nonprofit: 6 Steps for Form 1023 Approval
/in General Crowdfunding /by Joseph HogueOnline fundraising has opened the door for so many people to support their favorite causes and make an impact in their communities. Many of these passionate people find themselves interested in taking their support to the next level, forming their own organizations to pursue their mission as an official 501(c)(3) nonprofit. So what’s standing in […]
5 Crowdfunding Ideas to Steal from President Obama
/in Building Crowdfunding Support /by Joseph HogueSteal these 5 Best Crowdfunding Ideas from President Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign to raise more money from the crowd Think President Obama has never run a crowdfunding campaign? Think again. His 2008 presidential campaign rallied the masses to raise more online than any other political campaign in history. By the end of the campaign, his […]
Shaping a Successful Crowdfunding Idea
/in General Crowdfunding /by Joseph HoguePutting a successful crowdfunding idea together is a lot like traditional business planning but there are some key points you need to build into your plans. While crowdfunding was seen as an alternative form of finance just a few years ago, it’s quickly becoming the preferred way of launching a new product or business. While […]