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Why you should send project updates

by Communities Fund | Dec 15, 2025

Updates are also a brilliant way to show newcomers that you’re active and engaged. This is important as we know that belief in the project owner is strongly linked to belief in the project itself.

Using social media to promote your project

by Communities Fund | Dec 15, 2025

In our experience, social media is a key way to get your project noticed by those around you. It’s a heavy-weight crowdfunding tool that can hugely impact your project’s success, if you use it well.

Launch checklist

by Communities Fund | Dec 15, 2025

Ready to go live? Check through this list before you launch. We know that launching your Crowdfunder project can feel a little daunting, so we created this checklist to help give you the confidence to go live. Make sure you tick everything off to give your project the strongest start. Save the date Once you’ve […]

Five things to consider when setting your target

by Communities Fund | Dec 15, 2025

When it comes to setting your target, there are some things you need to consider. After all, the correct target is vital to running a successful Crowdfunder. Though it’s not just about how much money you need to make your project happen, it’s also about what is realistic and achievable. 1. How much do you […]

How to nail your project video

by Communities Fund | Dec 15, 2025

While adding a video to your page isn’t mandatory, research suggests it’s incredibly worthwhile. Do you recall the phrase ‘a picture is worth a thousand words’? Well, it could be said that a video is worth a thousand pictures! As the online world becomes more video-centric, it’s becoming more important for projects to include a […]

Telling your story

by Communities Fund | Dec 15, 2025

Before getting stuck into writing the story for your project page, it’s a good idea to spend a little planning and making notes about what you want to include.

Building your community

by Communities Fund | Dec 15, 2025

When it comes to crowdfunding, you need people to support you every step of the way. This could be with their money, time, and their help spreading the word. You see, to be successful you need to utilise your network and build a community to champion what you’re doing. Do you want to know our […]

The crowdfunding journey from start to finish

by Communities Fund | Dec 15, 2025

What does the crowdfunding journey look like? While every project is different…

Finding your crowd

by Communities Fund | Dec 15, 2025

Crowdfunding is all about connecting with people. As it takes place online, it can be easy to forget that behind each pledge is a real person.

Kindness Homeless Street

by Communities Fund | Nov 06, 2024

Norwich FarmShare is a farm with a vision – to encourage community connection to the land and to each other. They raised £6,138 through the Aviva Community Fund.

Supplying vital veggies in Norwich

by Communities Fund | Aug 21, 2024

Norwich FarmShare is a farm with a vision – to encourage community connection to the land and to each other. They raised £6,138 through the Aviva Community Fund.

Helping The Archer Project rebuild lives in Sheffield

by Communities Fund | Mar 06, 2024

The Archer Project gives vulnerable people the tools to rebuild their lives. They raised over £125,000 through the Aviva Community Fund

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