https://www.pistack.xyz/tags/crowdfunding/ Recent content in Crowdfunding on Pi Stack Hugo en-us Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.pistack.xyz/posts/2026-06-11-self-hosted-crowdfunding-platforms-catarse-opencollective-goteo/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.pistack.xyz/posts/2026-06-11-self-hosted-crowdfunding-platforms-catarse-opencollective-goteo/ <h2 id="introduction">Introduction</h2> <p>Crowdfunding has transformed how creative projects, social initiatives, and community efforts get funded. Instead of relying on venture capital or traditional grants, individuals and organizations can now raise money directly from supporters around the world. While platforms like Kickstarter and GoFundMe dominate the space, they charge significant platform fees (5-12%) and control your donor data — a major concern for nonprofits and community-driven projects.</p>