The Syrian Spring. In various cities spread across Syria, citizens, united in citizen committees, demonstrate against the current regime. The committees are committed to democracy and peace in Syria. They are not local rebels, but peaceful citizens. IKV Pax Christi supports the international campaign ' Adopt a Revolution '. This means that it is possible to adopt a committee by donating. A cost estimate is presented for each committee so that it is clear how much money is needed and for what. A good example of how crowdfunding can connect and support people internationally.
One of the largest industries operating on the internet is the porn industry. Where in the list to data pre-internet years one had to go to the obscure corner of the video store for some distraction, nowadays this can be achieved with a few mouse clicks. Offbeatr is a platform where porn directors can place a pitch, and then raise money through crowdfunding to actually make the film. Before this happens, registered users can vote on a project. A project must first receive a set number of votes before it is open for funding.
Craig Dershowitz, a New York artist, lost his dog to his wealthy ex-girlfriend. Or rather, his dog Knux was kidnapped. Knux meant a lot to Craig: he raised him from birth and thus developed a special bond. Craig will do anything to get his dog back, even going to court.
To pay the legal costs, Craig is appealing to the crowd, via Indiegogo. In an emotional video, he indicates that he would very much like to get Knux back , but that this will not be possible without financial help. His ex-girlfriend is supported by her wealthy family, and is dragging out the procedure until Craig has no more money. Donors receive rewards in the form of a digital hug up to and including a personal portrait by a world-famous photographer.