Millions of potential backers ready to support local causes
Community-powered fundraising in New York
Join nonprofits across New York to spark campaigns that unite communities and amplify impact across the city.
Crowdfunder is launching in New York with a group of 50 founding nonprofit partners helping shape a new model for community-driven fundraising.
Crowdfunder Spark Fund
Up to $2,500 in match funding
All founding partners receive white-glove support, early platform access, and exclusive launch visibility.
In addition, 8 selected nonprofits will have every donation matched up to $2,500 as part of the Spark Fund.
Launching across all 5 boroughs
Manhattan • Brooklyn • Queens • The Bronx • Staten Island
Built for cities.
Powered by communities.
For over a decade, Crowdfunder has shown that when people see others giving, they don’t just donate – they join in. Momentum builds. Communities rally. Campaigns take off. Giving doesn’t just add up – it multiplies.
Now we’re bringing that model to New York City – home to the most vibrant ecosystem of nonprofits, grassroots activism, and neighborhood-led initiatives. With hands-on guidance, full support, and resources for nonprofits ready to lead, this is where community-powered fundraising comes to life.
Why New York?
New York is a city of communities – where people show up, speak out, and back what matters. From Manhattan to the Bronx, Brooklyn to Queens and Staten Island, local causes bring people together.
We’re launching Crowdfunder here with the tools and support nonprofits need to succeed at every step.
Strong neighborhood pride and identity
A culture of showing up for each other
Vibrant communities across all five boroughs
Launching across all 5 boroughs
Manhattan • Brooklyn • Queens • The Bronx • Staten Island
The Founding 50
We’re looking for 50 nonprofits to become the founding partners of Crowdfunder New York. Not just campaigns – partners shaping the future of community fundraising.
White-glove onboarding
Access to exclusive drop-in sessions, we'll bring the expert guidance to help you build the best campaign possible.
Borough-based accelerator
Hands-on support including training, strategy sessions, and in-person moments to help you launch with momentum.
Launch spotlight
Be part of our community, with featured placement, storytelling support, and platform-wide visibility.
A chance to receive the Spark Fund
Eight nonprofits will receive up to $2,500 in match funding, a powerful head start to a campaign.
Launching across all 5 boroughs
Manhattan • Brooklyn • Queens • The Bronx • Staten Island
What you get as a founding partner
White-glove onboarding
Hands-on support from our team, including strategy sessions and guidance to get your first campaign live and performing at its best.
Early platform access
Build your campaign, test tools, and engage your community before launch day – so you’re ready to hit the ground running.
Insights and reporting
Understand your backers, track momentum, and optimize your campaign with detailed data and reporting tools.
Featured placement
Gain prominent visibility on Crowdfunder during our NYC launch window, boosting awareness and attracting more backers.
Founding partner status
Permanent recognition as one of Crowdfunder's NYC launch partners, including a Founding Partner badge on your campaign page.
Only 8 spots
$2,500 Spark Fund
Eight selected nonprofits will have every donation matched up to $2,500, giving your campaign a head start and amplifying community impact.
“Over the last decade, we've seen 80,000 campaigns raise hundreds of millions of dollars, backed by a crowd of over 4 million supporters. We're bringing that same energy to supporting communities across New York and the whole country."
Simon Deverell, Crowdfunder Co-CEO
Join the founding cohort
Be one of 50 nonprofits ready to lead the way in New York.
Set the tone. Inspire your community. Be first to show what real community power can achieve.
We're accepting nonprofits in to the cohort until all 50 places are filled. Join now to secure your spot.
Crowdfunder stories
Some incredible stories of communities striving for change.
The Cigarette Surfboard
A policy-changing documentary.
The Cigarette Surfboard is an award-winning, policy-changing environmental documentary – and they were looking for help to get the film online and further out into the world than ever before. Eventually surpassing their initial goal of $45,000, they took donations from over 100 supporters.
Raised: $48,069
Co-Exist Community Kitchen
Transforming lives through food.
This kitchen has become a vibrant hub where people connect, learn, and grow. What began as a community-funded project now offers cooking classes, shared meals, and training to all in the community – creating belonging and skills through the universal language of food.
Raised: $85,802
Project Pollenize
Fighting back against climate change.
In the heart of Plymouth in the UK, this science-driven pollinator project is creating a buzz – literally. What began as a local call to action has evolved into a movement supporting biodiversity through beehives, planting schemes, and data-powered conservation.
Raised: $135,055