From the intimate charm of Make 100 to the genre-defying energy of Zine Quest and the cinematic storytelling of Long Story Short, here’s how Kickstarter creators made waves in Q1—and how you can get involved next.
Product Updates
A sneak peek into our upcoming in-house Tariff Manager tool, this new feature makes it easier to recoup import costs without compromising fulfillment.
Creator Tips
Learn how to increase your likelihood of being featured on Kickstarter’s channel and earn a coveted Projects We Love badge.
For Backers
As global tariffs shift, your backing helps independent creators adapt and keep innovating—one project at a time.
Join a growing movement of bite-sized brilliance this May as Kickstarter invites game creators to launch compact, creative, and wildly fun micro games.
The Creative Download
The definitive industry report on the trends shaping creativity, innovation and creative crowdfunding—told through the numbers, projects, and people that made 2024 a record-breaking year on Kickstarter.
Film
From Kickstarter to SXSW: Two Indie Films Take Center Stage
Case Studies
Filmmaker Winnie Cheung’s Kickstarter-funded short film defied the odds, premiering at SXSW’s 2025 Midnight Short Competition presented by Vimeo.
Product Updates
Take control of your reward strategy and create exclusive rewards for loyal backers.
Newsroom
A new online video curriculum designed to make crowdfunding more accessible and help creators launch successful campaigns with expert-backed insights.
Case Studies
Discover how artist Ten Hundred engaged his community, exceeded expectations, and leveraged Kickstarter to fund his playing card project.
Creator Tips
Your step-by-step guide to making sure your Kickstarter campaign is totally ready before you hit launch.
