What are some of the best YouTube channels that talk about crowdfunding?
Which YouTube channels will teach you how to raise money online?
When it comes to getting funding for a product, a project, a charity, or a nonprofit, there are some great educational resources out there that can show you how to do it.
I decided to compile a list so that you can easily go through these and figure out which one fits your learning style. All of these are great YouTube channels! You can learn tons from all of them.
I added some of my own thoughts regarding each channel, so that you’ll have a better sense of the type of content it covers, so that you won’t waste time clicking through lots of videos.
Before you know it, you’ll be ready to launch a crowdfunding campaign (and come talk to me when you are getting close!). I also help creators in the early stage of the planning process.
1. Kickstarter
Kickstarter is one of the top crowdfunding websites out there that you can use to raise money for a creative project, a technology product, a fashion/apparel brand, and more. It’s brand is well-recognized and renown.
On their YouTube channel, they share some of the projects that they love and the great creators that are doing interesting work on the platform. They will also run through some basic advice for doing a launch on their site.
What I like most about their channel is that it’s very in-line with their brand. Their content is original, authentic, and inspiring! You can browse through some of the creator stories and see for yourself.
2. Indiegogo
Indiegogo, another major player in the crowdfunding industry, has a great YouTube channel that you can learn from leading up to your campaign. They showcase some of the great behind-the-scenes footage of things like “Advancements in IoT” and go in-depth into some of the programs like “The Arrow Certification Program.”
Along with these videos, you will also find footage highlighting some of the epic entrepreneurs and innovators on their website. These are creators who have successfully raised money on the site using crowdfunding, and have really neat projects.
Lastly, you’ll come across some crowdfunding basics, showing you how to make the use of their website and the fundraising process.
3. GoFundMe
GoFundMe is a charity and nonprofit fundraising website that you can use to raise money from the crowd. They focus on helping individuals raise money for personal causes. These could include things like medical bills, memorial funds, education costs, and other personal expenses.
On their YouTube channel, you will discover some heartfelt stories about the people around the world that they’re helping to raise money. You’ll also hear about new initiatives, like their small business relief grant, or their hero’s celebrations.
There is also some content showing you how to raise money using the site, and what you need to do if you want to have a successful campaign.
4. Crowdfunding Demystified
This YouTube channel has grown to more than 17k subscribers and I started it out of frustration. I wanted to deliver actionable, practical, step-by-step advice when it comes to raising money using crowdfunding.
You’ll get tremendous clarity on how to start a Kickstarter, raise money, and do everything in between. I also cover other forms of crowdfunding, like nonprofit crowdfunding, real estate crowdfunding, equity crowdfunding, and more.
If you’d like to learn from me personally, and discover new tools, websites, and resources that you can use to supercharge your campaign, then this is the YouTube channel for you!
5. Patreon
Patreon is a subscription crowdfunding website, where you can raise money from your audience on a monthly (or regular) basis. Unlike traditional crowdfunding, the amounts given are usually smaller, but you’ll receive them on an ongoing basis.
On their YouTube channel, you’ll find out about interesting new creators who are using the platform to get funding for their dreams. These are some great interviews that share tips that might be helpful for your Patreon campaign.
If you’re wondering whether or not subscription crowdfunding is for you, this is a great place to start to get a taste of how you can incorporate it into your business or your creative life.
6. StartEngine:
StartEngine is an equity crowdfunding website that you can use to raise money for your startup company. Think of it as Kickstarter, but for equity. Essentially, you’re raising investment capital for your business.
Looking through their YouTube channel, you’ll find some great bite-sized videos on what you gotta do to get more capital to your business. You’ll also be able to hear from other entrepreneurs who have used their platform to raise money.
One of their playlists worth watching is their Founder summit, where they go through some of the big problems that all entrepreneurs face in their business.
7. Wefunder:
WeFunder is another equity crowdfunding website that you can use to raise investment capital for a startup company. As an investor, you can also find out about cool new startup that you might want to invest in.
The YouTube channel features a whole host of interviews and content centered around entrepreneurs and company founders. You can get to know some of the founders behind the startups listed on WeFunder.
You can also learn about what it takes to get a company off the ground, and draw inspiration from some of the success stories that you’ll see there.
8. Fundrise
Fundrise is a real estate crowdfunding website that you can use to invest in what are known as crowdfunded REITs. Basically, there are privately traded REITs that the company uses regulation A+ to get funding for.
You’ll come across some basic tutorials on real estate crowdfunding for investors, how to get involved, as well as how you can use the website. This is a good primer if you don’t know where to begin when it comes to investing in REITs (or why you should).
9. Classy
Classy is a nonprofit crowdfunding and fundraising website, similar to GoFundMe, but aimed much more at nonprofit organizations. You can use their tools to engage your donors online.
Their channel gives an overview of how the product works, what you can use it for, as well as some advice for raising money from nonprofits. If you’ve never done an online fundraiser before, then this can be some good information to start educating yourself about the entire process.
They also feature interviews going behind key topics like “the secret to high performance teams” and “utilizing technology to maximize social impact.”
10. Mobile Cause
Mobile Cause is a great technology solution for nonprofits that I’ve worked with in the past. They give nonprofits a lot of the tools they need to really engage their donors online.
On their YouTube channel, you’l find some of the webinars conducted in the past when it comes to nonprofit fundraising and giving. They also discuss some of their success stories and why those people were successful.
For those that haven’t done a fundraiser before, or would like some guidance, these videos can be very helpful for getting started!
Which is Best?
All of these crowdfunding YouTube channels are helpful in different ways. Personally, I’m a bit biased, because I think my own channel provide some killer tips and resources, but I do admit that I’d look into each of them for a well-rounded team of teachers.
I hope you enjoyed this article, and if you’d like to learn more about my channel, you can click the link here to be taken to it and watch some of the free content that I work hard to put out there for ya!
If you haven’t yet, go check out my podcast on iTunes, Crowdfunding Demystified, which also showcases in-depth interviews with successful Kickstarter projects and epic entrepreneurs. I think you’ll find it very helpful preparing for a launch, no matter if you’re doing a board game or a technology gadget.
