Weekly Highlights: Over $4M Raised Through Impact Crowdfunding for Credit Services, AI Healthcare, and Renewable Energy Investments
Discover This Week's Most Impactful and Successfully Funded Campaigns
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Every Sunday, we bring you a roundup of the most successful impact crowdfunding campaigns that have achieved their funding goals. Join us to celebrate the impact and innovation that these ventures have brought to life. To make sure you never miss an update, move our emails to your Primary inbox in Gmail or mark them as 'Not Spam' in other email services.
Spotlight on Success: Key Campaigns
We’re thrilled to present a curated list of recently successful regulated impact investment crowdfunding campaigns. These initiatives have set new benchmarks in their respective fields and demonstrate the power of community support.
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In-Depth Success Highlights of Impact Crowdfunding Campaigns
In the dynamic world of crowdfunding, certain offerings capture the imagination and investment of the public, leading to exceptional funding achievements. Below, we provide a quick analysis of the campaigns, each with a unique mission and a compelling success story. These ventures, spanning various industries, showcase innovation, community engagement, and social impact, making them stand out.
Coign: Conservative-Focused Credit Card
Platform: Republic
Total Raised: $2,333,567
Funding Target: $50,002
Coign, founded by Rob Collins in August 2020, is transforming financial services with America's first credit card designed by conservatives for conservatives. The card offers 1% cash back on eligible purchases and advanced credit protection. With a valuation of $105 million and a customer spend of over $148 million, Coign has gained widespread recognition on platforms like The Daily Wire and Fox News. The funds raised will support operating expenses and growth capital.
Koios Medical: AI-Powered Cancer Diagnosis
Platform:
Total Raised: $1,313,960
Funding Target: $300,000
Koios Medical is revolutionizing cancer diagnosis through its AI-powered SmartUltrasound technology. Designed to simplify and enhance accuracy in thyroid and breast cancer analysis, the software is FDA-cleared and reimbursement-eligible. Founded in 2011 by Chad McClennan, Koios Medical is valued at $60 million. Funds will be used to scale automation, expand the product line, and acquire new talent and data.
The Ace Portfolio by Solaris Renewable Equity A
Platform: Texture Capital
Total Raised: $606,760
Funding Target: $350,000
The Ace Portfolio includes 21 solar projects operating at 95% contracted production, generating renewable energy. Founded by Alex Blackmer, Nick Perugini, and Jessica Rawley in March 2024, this project offers fully contracted revenue streams. Funds raised will finalize the portfolio purchase price and solidify Solaris Energy’s role in sustainable energy development.
UnVale: Creator-Focused Platform
Platform: Wefunder
Total Raised: $142,569
Funding Target: $50,000
UnVale empowers creators to share their stories through a dynamic platform with over 100,000 users and 600,000 unique creations. Founded in 2020 by Casey Lawlor and Brianna Clark, UnVale saw 564% user growth in 2024. The funds will go toward staffing, marketing, and further user growth.
StartGlobal: All-in-One Back Office Solution
Platform: Republic
Total Raised: $117,876
Funding Target: $50,000
StartGlobal provides micro and small businesses with tools for automation and workflow management. The platform, which supports over 2,500 businesses, was founded by Sanjay Nediyara and Sandeep Suresh in 2016. Funds raised will support technology development and marketing.
BOARDS: Charcuterie +
Platform: Wefunder
Total Raised: $76,400
Funding Target: $50,000
BOARDS: Charcuterie + delivers an organic farm-to-table charcuterie experience, featuring locally sourced ingredients. Founded in February 2024 by Dana Minuta, the funds will support kitchen development, branding, and inventory expansion.
Lillian Augusta Beauty: Plant-Based Braiding Hair
Platform: Wefunder
Total Raised: $55,718
Funding Target: $50,000
Lillian Augusta Beauty creates sustainable, plant-based braiding hair, providing an alternative to synthetic options. Founded by Jannice Newson and Nana Yaa Britwum in 2020, the funds will drive marketing, product innovation, and growth partnerships.
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Upcoming SuperCrowd Event Calendar
If a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.
SuperCrowd Mastermind Group, twice monthly on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at noon Eastern. This group is for entrepreneurs and small business owners interested in raising money from the crowd. Attend your first meeting free!
Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on November 19, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.
SuperCrowdHour, November 20, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, we host a value-laden webinar for aspiring impact investors or social entrepreneurs. At November’s SuperCrowdHour, Devin will explain six common investment types you need to understand before you can invest like a pro. Free to attend.
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We utilized AI to efficiently gather data and analyze key success factors, enabling us to deliver an overview of these successful crowdfunding campaigns.