Film
Short Films Start Here: Long Story Short 2026 Returns
Whether you’re an established filmmaker or bringing your first short to life, March is one of the most powerful times of year to launch on Kickstarter.
Kickstarter
Creator Spotlights
Creator Spotlight: How a Star Football Player Funded His Comic Book on Kickstarter
A conversation with Notre Dame running back and anime and Manga-inspired comics creator Jeremiyah Love
Events
7 Things You Missed at CES
Kickstarter’s CES presence reflected the momentum of our strongest year yet for Design & Technology. The projects and moments on display offered a snapshot of what creators are building next.
Film
From Crowdfunding to the Big Screen: Kickstarter Films at Sundance 2026
Meet the four projects that rode the wave of community support all the way to one of indie film’s biggest stages.
Creator Spotlights
Creator Spotlight: How Two Artists Made A Mysterious Collaborative Project Work
"We must make art during dark times. It gives us hope."
Open Calls
Zine Quest 2026: Create Your Own RPG Adventure
Celebrate the world of RPG zines this February with Kickstarter’s annual Zine Quest, the perfect moment to bring your creative RPG project to life.
Year In Review
A Year in Review: 2025 Kickstarter Highlights
It’s been a big year—on Kickstarter and in the world beyond it. Amid a rapidly shifting cultural and economic landscape, creators and backers continued to show up for one another in powerful ways.
Case Studies
Case Study: 15 Lessons From Makera’s $15M Kickstarter Success
The innovative D+T company offer 15 foundational tips for finding success in your own crowdfunding projects
Superbackers
Superbacker Spotlight: Meet Ann-Marie, the Tarot Deck Oracle
"Is it a reflective deck? Does it take you on a soul journey? Is it a re-imaging of the traditional decks?" Superbacker Ann-Marie shares her approach to backing tarot projects boldly.
Art Basel
Kickstarter x SCOPE Art Show Bring Creative Powerhouses to Miami Art Basel
Don't miss the panel series featuring Hebru Brantley, Cool & Dre, Veronica Pesantes, Kickstarter CEO Everette Taylor, and more
Make 100
Make 100: Dream Big, Make Small
Kick off the year with a creative project and join our Make 100 Open Call.
Creator Spotlights
How Jill Sobule Shaped Kickstarter’s Beginnings — and Left Us One Final Project to Support
She was a proto proof of concept for crowdfunding. Now her legacy continues with one final project.
