These crowdfunded initiatives show the power of collective support when it comes to apps, art projects, social good campaigns, and branding efforts.
A social good campaign that's featured is Not Impossible Labs' accessible prosthetic limbs, which are offered through the facilitation of the collaborative efforts between creatives in the tech sphere. Another medically focused initiative is the 'Feverprints' app, which helps doctors to collect data on the sickness by allowing users to input information regarding their experiences.
For kombucha company Conscious Cultures, crowdsourcing has proven useful in helping it to rebrand its 'Barefoot Bucha' name, as it hosted a contest that gave fans the chance to suggest their own ideas. After going though the 500 entries that it received from the campaign, Conscious Cultures settled on the name 'Blue Ridge Bucha,' which references the mountains in the area that the beverages are produced.
19 Crowdfunded Initiatives
From P2P Clothing Rental Services to Craigslist Photography Projects:
Riley von Niessen — Oct 19, 2017 — Tech
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Documented Craigslist Encounters
This Photography Series Captures Subjects Who Answered Online Ads
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P2P Clothing Rental Services
'Boro' Lets People Borrow Apparel and Accessories from Other Locals
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Crowdsourced Cosmetic Products
BHüe Develops Products by Working Directly with Consumers
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Cheeky P2P Payment Campaigns
Venmo's 'Blank Me' Campaign Celebrates "Venmo" as a Household Name
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Pigeon Pollution Campaigns
Pigeon Air Patrol Used Backpack-Wearing Birds to Monitor Air Pollution
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Crowdsourced Drone Rental Services
The Droner Platform Easily Connects Customers to Drone Pilots
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Crowdsourced Trip Platforms
FundMyTravels Helps Millennials Raise Money For Their Ideal Vacations
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Crowdsourced Architecture Guides
The Architectour Books Curate the Best Urban Architecture
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Interactive Cinematic Experiences
'Late Shift' Lets the Theater's Audience Control the Narrative
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Crowdsourced Phone Design Campaigns
ZTE is Asking Consumers to Build its Next Smartphone
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Witty Text-Sourcing Apps
The Nattr App Lets You Crowdsource Witty Responses to Texts
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Prosthetic-Building Kits
These Prosthetics in a Box Make Replacement Limbs More Accessible
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Advisory Fashion Apps
The Styledotme App Helps You Crowdsource Style Tips From Experts
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Photo-Based Weather Apps
This App Helps Users Turn Local Weather Photos into Humorous Memes
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P2P Car-Charging Services
'Chargie' Connects Electric Vehicle Owners to Charging Stations
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Crowdsourced Feedback Apps
This App Helps You Contribute to the Betterment of Google Services
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Crowdsourced Rebranding Campaigns
Barefoot Bucha Used Fan Input to Rebrand as Blue Ridge Bucha
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Livestreamed Traffic Apps
The Moovit Platform Offers Crowdsource Route Updates for Faster Travel
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Crowdsourced Fever Research Apps
The Feverprints App Helps Doctors Collect Fever Data
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Heritage-Driven Boot Campaigns
The Red Wing Made the Hard Way Goes Against Sneaker Drops
Unapologetic Women-Centric Campaigns
O Positiv Health Hosted an Empowering Event in New York
Vibe Coding Campaigns
A No-Code Love Story by Fiverr Highlights the Need for Human Know-How
AI-Powered Patient-Centered Healthcare
Citizen Health Has Been Successful in Raising Funds
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
Festival-Inspired Luxury Fashion Campaigns
Burberry Celebrates the Energy of British Music Culture
Global Social Impact Initiatives
Reckitt Expands Its Catalyst Program in the US
Assistive Alcohol Packaging
Strongbow Integrates Assistive Technology Directly onto Its Packaging
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
Resilience-Focused Youth Initiatives
Covenant House Toronto Launches ‘Home of the Unbreakable’
Phone-Free Crafting Experiences
Pinterest Brought a Phone-Free Experience to the Desert
Fashion-Forward Cultural Infrastructure Initiatives
THE FASH APP Debuts Founding Benefactor Circle
Gamer-Targeted Donor Campaigns
Virtual Donors Turns In-Game Deaths into Real Registrations
Confident Student Campaigns
Find the Fit that Fits You Debuted with an In-Store Simulator
Friendly Fandom Campaigns
Heineken Kicked Off Fans Have More Friends with a Fun Social Experiment
Nervous System Regulation-Focused Apps
The Breath Haus Democratizes Access to Wellness Tools
Beer Brand Nature Campaigns
Corona Launched Its Living Is Calling With a Tripadvisor Partnership
Creator-Focused Monetization Platforms
Headquarterz Bridges Social Media and OTT Distribution
Unhoused Individuals-Supporting Initiatives
Thrive Causemetics & Beauty 2 the Streetz Parttner
Limited Collaborative Streetwear
HIDDEN.NY x UGG Classic Boot Becomes Prize in Citywide Contest
Business Idea Generators
Crazy Business Idea Generator Lets Users Vote and Share Ideas Socially
Imaginative Fantasy-Inspired Campaigns
Canva Spotlights its Creative Tools Ahead of Halloween
Health-Focused Interactive Pop-Ups
Ancient + Brave Ran the Live Bravely Pop-Up in California
Digital Fan Engagement Platforms
Fambase's Platform is an Alternative to Traditional Social Media
3D-Printed Custom Assistive Devices
Makegood Relies on 3D Tech to Build Custom Assistive Devices
Health-Focused Body Positivity Apps
Stories with Substance Collaborates with the UnderBelly
Personalized AI Billboards
Mercado Libre's Custom Billboards Analyze Their Surroundings and Adapt
Lager Popsicle Initiatives
Beer is Art Taps the Lager Popsicle Concept in Its Campaign
Feel-Good Kombucha Pop-Ups
Lipton Ice Tea's Komboomcha Box Shared the Joy of Dance & Music
Non-Dilutive Funding Models
Musely Secures Its General Catalyst Customer Value Fund Financing
Disruptive Headphone Technologies
Linkage Global Collaborates on Two Headphone Models
Poetic Secondhand Campaigns
Depop's Where Taste Recognizes Taste Celebrates Style Doppelgangers
Awareness-Promoting Medical Initiatives
Newmedical Technology Emphasizes Care and Education
Lyrics-Inspired OOH Campaigns
Taskrabbit Interprets Pop Culture Songs for Summer Home Tasks
Anti-Algorithm Social Platforms
Buzzfeed’s Branch Office Creates Interactive AI-Powered Apps
Anime-Inspired Creative Campaigns
Canva Japan Launched Animated Commercial Films
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Play-Based Family Campaigns
Pirate's Booty Encourages Screen-Free Family Adventures
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Probiotic-Infused Athleisure
The Coperni C+ Collection is "a Skincare Gesture You Wear"
Next-Gen Crowdfunding Platforms
Indiegogo Introduced Advanced Creators Tools, Verification & More
Curated Resale Experiences
Poshmark Blends Community Curation with Personalized Shopping
Animated Footwear Campaigns
Vivobarefoot Unveils Free Your Feet Campaign Through Joyful Animation
Free Integrated Wellness Platforms
CARE Offers Comprehensive and Expert-Backed Services
Musical Wellbeing Campaigns
ASICS Launches the ‘Move Your Body, Move Your Mind’ Campaign
Performance Eyewear Crowdfunding Campaigns
Flying Eyes Optics is Running a Campaign on StartEngine
Advocacy Apparel Capsules
Freddie Shop Debuts a Capsule Collection Supporting PrEP Awareness
Radically Transparent Food Models
The Open Food Company Launches a $3M Seed Round
Crowdfunding-To-E-Commerce Partnerships
SHOPLINE Enters into Collaboration with LaunchBoom
Peer-Powered Gifting Initiatives
indu and SoPost Encourage Customers to Share Samples with Friends
Collaborative Packaging Development
UNITED CAPS Launches Live Packaging Co-Creation Sessions
Sports-Inspired Beverage Collaborations
Kung Fu Tea and Red Bull Launch Soccer-Themed Bubble Tea
Incentive-Based Athletic Challenges
Gains App Blends Sport, Social & Monetary Incentives
Bright Brand Identity Updates
Big Hug Becomes a Purpose-Driven Brand with Bold Rebrand by JDO
Celebrity-Backed Whiskey Campaigns
Redbreast Irish Whiskey Taps Andrew Scott for Next Chapter
Artisan Fashion Incubators
Ibu Atelier Supports Women-Led Heritage Craft Businesses
Anti-Screen Summer Social Events
Eventbrite Presents 'The Offline Summer' Initiative
Health Research Grant initiatives
Momentous funds Collective X Health Research Grant Program
Micro-SaaS Discovery Platforms
MicroLineup Gives Indie Makers And Small Software Projects A Chance
On-Demand Content Creation Apps
Social Agent Connects Users to Certified Content Creators
Hybrid Bookstore Apps
Spotify Merged Physical and Digital Book Browsing in One App
Fan Culture Activations
StubHub Launched Its World Cup Cuts a Multi-City Barbershop Campaign
Self-Guided Mental Health Apps
Mindless Labs' App Fills a Gap for Therapy-Curious People
Accessible Design Campaigns
Canva's Really, Really Good Design Transformed a Sandwich Business
Accessibility-Focused Comic Apps
ComiCast Attempts to Make Comic Books Accessible
Safety-Focused Crowdfunding Campaigns
Running Mate is Focused on Making Running Safer for Women
Cultural Heritage Beauty Branding
KATE Blends Kabuki Artistry with Shadow-Enhancing Makeup
Spontaneous Holiday Experiences
Virgin Red Challenged People on the Street to Turn FOMO into Go-Mo
Community-Centered Rooftop Events
Heineken's Rooftop Revival Turned Building Tops into Social Hubs
Focused Fashion Feeds
Clone Helps You Stay Updated with Fashion Trends Sustainably
Peer-to-Peer Sharing Tools
Shapp Enables Renting And Sharing Everyday Items Locally And Easily
Participatory Brand Platforms
Crown Royal Builds a Community-Driven Cultural Platform
Fellowship Placement Programs
Anthropic Announces Its Claude Corps Fellowship
Proximity-First Friendship Apps
Friending Launched the Friending App to Foster Friendships
Mobile Pay-What-You-Can Markets
Brightspeed Partners with Ripe for Revival to Support Communities
Bathhouse Fundraising Campaigns
Bathe is Crowdfunding for an Indoor-Outdoor Bathhouse Facility
Comedic Social-First Campaigns
Bonobos Debuts a Cheeky Ad Called the Sweat Stakes
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Niche Club Apps
Phictly Connects Fans of Books, Movies & Shows in Small, Engaged Groups
Branded Pet-Fostering Challenges
The PEDIGREE Foundation Launched the Foster 50 Challenge
Startup Discovery Platforms
Rova Bullpost Rewards Users For Supporting Underrated Startups
AI-Native Wellness Venture Studios
Rocapine Successfully Funds Its Operations
Charitable Influencer-Targeting Campaigns
Puresport Runs the 'Thrift It Back' Campaign
Cultural Recommendation Platforms
RecomendeMe Connects Users Through Authentic Human Curated Ideas
Neuroscience-Informed Creative Wellness Platforms
NoomaLooma Enables Early Access to Its App
Asian Film-Themed Promotions
Crocs Launches a Media-Themed Monsoon Campaign in Southeast Asia
Seasonal Reservation Street Installations
Uber UK Launches 'Reserve' by Mother
Local Story Creators
Word oh Mouth Lets Users Share Experiences And Support Local Businesses
Access-Focused Digital Platform Evaluations
Zomato and Blinkit Hosted an ‘Access-Ability’ Conclave
Redesigning Restful Moments
The ANEW Project Turns Daily Objects into Mini Retreats
Branded Social Impact Initiatives
Youth To The People Unveils the Community To The People Program
Celebrity-Approved Wellness Campaigns
Wellhub Debuts Its First Major Campaign with Terry Crews
AI-Powered Thrift Platforms
Retail Control Systems Launches Brijjworks
Creative Community Platforms
Folks Creates A Space For Product Makers To Share Ideas And Connect
Wristband Balance Donations
UNICEF Spain's Cash Forward Provides Purpose for Unspent Money
Philanthropic Point-Of-Sale Initiatives
Dutchie Launches 'Round Up the Change' for Cannabis Retail
Consumer Brand Launches
Labor Smart Announced Culturally-Driven Product Collaborations
Tree-Planting Drink Campaigns
The Human Bean links beverage sales to global reforestation efforts
Service-Backed Recommerce Platforms
Commonplace Launches Marketplace With Built-In Delivery
Sporty Collaborative Fashion Capsules
Born X Raised Launches a Collaborative Sports Range
Community-Powered Hunger Relief
Meals on Wheels Chicago launches the Feed a Neighbor Fund
Heartfelt Beverage Campaigns
The 'A Real BOOST®' Campaign Centers on Authentic Human Experiences
Peer-to-Peer Rental Apps
rax Lets Users Rent and Lend Wardrobe Items Across Canada
Market Demand Checks
Buildpad Helps Validate Business Ideas Using Real-World Reddit Data
User-Initiated Charity Design Contests
Bambu Lab’s MakerWorld Ran the Pieksekisten Design Contest
Logo-Based Health Campaigns
NHS Blood and Transplant Launches Logo Campaign for Blood Donations
Charitable Home Improvement Initiatives
VEVOR Has Donated 10 Hybrid Heat Press Machines
Outdoor Lifestyle Brand Platforms
Merrell Launches the It Starts Outside Campaign
Library-Bound Micro-Learning Apps
Library Ideas Has Partnered with Blinkist to Enhance Access
Human Trafficking Awareness Campaigns
BODYBAR Pilates Runs the BODYBAR Does Good Campaign
Digital Focus Tools
Impulse Buddy Introduces Social Accountability For App Usage Control
Community Hunger Initiatives
Capacity & FoodBridge Launch Hunger Relief & Social Equity Initiative
Record-Breaking Community Hikes
Kathmandu Canada Debuts with Guinness World Record Hiking Attempt
Repurposed Community Hubs
Mooie Buurt Adds Value to Venues & Unites Locals During Off-Peak Hours
Checkout-Based Micro-Donations
Adyen and adidas expand donation features at checkout
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Soccer Equipment Donation Programs
Subaru of America is Running the Gear for Good Program
Trauma-Informed Healing Home Fundraisers
MoreYoga Joins Forces with Furnishing Futures
Community Fashion Events
Free People Hosts a Charitable Summer Gathering with Film and Activities
Women-Led Camping Communities
Girl Camper Connects Women Through Outdoor Events and Camping Events
Digital Sharing Platforms
Venture Vault Enables Innovators to Share Ideas and Collaborate
Optimism-Focused Charitable Campaigns
LG Electronics Canada Ran the Optimism Meter Campaign
Accessible Summer Reading Initiatives
Braille Institute of America Launches 'Unearth a Story'
Digital Fundraising Competitions
Headquarterz Launched the Community Cup
Tech-Empowered Accessibility Initiatives
Remarkable Advocates for Individuals with Disabilities
Collective Participation Campaigns
Garnier Launches the Collective for the Planet Program
Plant-Based Wellness Digital Storefronts
The Sisters of the Valley Debuts a New Digital Storefront
Time Reclamation-Focused Cleaning Campaigns
Maid Brigade Launches a Cheeky Summer Ad Campaign
Social Entertainment Apps
BuzzWheel Turns Group Gatherings Into Interactive Challenge Experiences
Empowering Inclusivity-Focused Nonprofits
NoisyVision is an International Non-Profit Organization
Purpose-Driven Brand Contests
Publicity for Good is Supporting Goodness with Its Contest
Group Challenge Apps
Challenge Friends Lets Users Complete 30-Day Self-Improvement Challenges
Product Discovery Maker Communities
JustGotFound Helps Independent Products Reach New Audiences
Creative Protest Archives
Pocket Protests Showcases Global Creative Resistance Against Fascism
Culturally Informed Cross-Border Services
EPWK is Credited with Building a Digital Silk Road
Fundraising Management Platforms
Pitchwise Aids Fundraising With Tracking, Sharing, And Insights
Peer Feedback Networks
IndieVoice Helps Indie Hackers Share and Receive Product Feedback
Event Memory Platforms
Media Vibes Makes Group Photo Collection Simple And Collaborative
Compact Autonomous Farms
Canopii Unveils the Official Canopii Robotic Greenhouse