Florida-based FundThis announced on Thursday the launch of its new “crowdfunding platform of the future.” The website stated it is seeking to provide campaigns with the tools, support, and funds needed for success.
As part of helping campaigners achieve their funding goals, FundThis is offering $500,000 in 2017 through its Elite Program. If selected for the program, campaigners will be given fund, along with a crowdfunding strategist, an in-house graphic designer, a dedicated publicist in charge of pitching the press, and a social ad expert (and ad spend) to ensure the campaign is seen by appropriate audiences. Felix Hartmann, CEO of FundThis, stated:
“To raise a million or even a hundred thousand dollars in 48 hours doesn’t just magically happen. To do so, the creator must plan, execute, promote and launch with a strategic plan in place – we provide them with these tools to achieve success.”
Anthony Perera, COO & co-founder of FundThis, also commented:
“After the campaign ends, the support doesn’t. We provide successful campaigners with introductions to key partners in distribution, manufacturing and more. All these initiatives allow backers to invest confidently, they’ll receive their reward and their support is helping to fund a viable product, company or artist.”
FundThis also noted that those who are not chosen for the Elite Program will still receive guidance and support. The portal collects a 5% platform fee and a 7% service fee. Non-Elite Program campaigners are only charged the 5% platform fee. The first campaigns on FundThis are as follows:
- Inside Pocket: Hoodies with an inside pocket that holds smartphones to keep users present and safe.
- American Warrior Whiskey: Hand-crafted whiskey made exclusively by US veteran and veteran family owned companies committed to supporting veterans who suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
- Bowbair: Sandals with an interchange top strap (mix and match colors) that can be decorated with accessories.
- Goze: A line of antimicrobial, sound amplifying smartphone cases.
- Ky Rodgers: Aspiring small-town American singer-songwriter, musician, and producer from Ringgold, Georgia.
- Holidead: Zombies meet bikinis in this comedy featuring four British students on Spring Break in Croatia.
- Jetties: An all-in-one bag, pillow and towel with hidden zippered pockets to keep belongings safe – the perfect beach or pool accessory.