Film
Kickstarter Films and Creators Take the Stage at SXSW 2026
At SXSW 2026, Kickstarter celebrates the films, filmmakers, and Kickstarter alumni shaping independent cinema.
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Food
Creator Spotlight: What Do a NYC DJ and LA Skincare Entrepreneur Know About Olive Oil?
With Papa Nono Mimi already almost 600% funded on Kickstarter, it’s fair to say they know a thing or two.
Case Studies
Case Study: Why Gamely Returned to Kickstarter After Selling 1 Million Games
10 years after launching Randomise, Hazel Reynolds is back on Kickstarter with The Curator, her most ambitious game to date.
Games
Creator Spotlight: How Paws and Leaves Turned a Failed Campaign into 200% Funding
The first launch fell short, but the story didn’t end there. With clearer roles, earlier community engagement, and a focused relaunch strategy, Paws and Leaves came back to nearly double its goal.
Partners
Introducing Kickstarter's New Partner Program
A new way to find trusted partners to help you launch, deliver, and grow on Kickstarter.
Partners
Partner Case Study: New Waves
Over the past five years Calvin Cao and Anthony Yu's boutique marketing agency has worked with top Kickstarter creators, helping brands raise and sell over $60 million.
Partners
The Marketing Engine Behind Kickstarter's Biggest Campaign
How did EufyMake reach $46M? Meet the team behind the strategy. Global OneClick doesn't build the products—they make sure the world sees them, turning ideas into mega hits.
Partners
Partner Case Study: Vinyl 乙烯创意
The marketing team behind Makera, LaserPecker, and other multi-million dollar Kickstarter campaigns explains what’s led to their success on the platform.
Partners
Partner Case Study: TCF
The team behind Circular Ring 2 and other multi-million dollar Kickstarter campaigns shares how failure, preparation, and teamwork drive their success.
Understanding & Navigating Tariffs
How To Reduce Tariff Costs: Tips for Kickstarter Creators
As U.S. Tariff changes continue to impact creators, here are some tips to help you keep going.
Launching Your Campaigns
The Best Time to Launch Your Kickstarter Campaign in 2026
Timing is everything! Discover the best days, months, and even hours to launch your campaign for maximum success in 2026, backed by data and insights.
Superbackers
Superbacker Spotlight: Meet Jerome Scott, A Fan of Comic Artists and 3D Printers
An architect, lifelong comics fan, and early supporter of 3D printing projects, Jerome shares how his backing habits have evolved over 13 years on Kickstarter.
Creator Spotlights
Creator Spotlight: How Game Designer Peter McPherson Stays Curious About the Everyday
The brain behind LODGE, Tiny Towns, and Wormholes discusses defining goals, finding the soul of a project, and what he views as success.
Creator Tips
How to Communicate Kickstarter Delays Without Losing Backer Trust
Delays alone won’t break backer trust. But silence can.
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.
Post-Campaign
Post-Campaign Fulfillment Timeline: What Creators Need to Know
Your Kickstarter project successfully funded. So what happens next?
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.
