Subject category:
Knowledge, Information and Communication Systems Management
Originally published in:
2021
Length: 18 pages
Data source: Published sources
Abstract
GoFundMe, which is into the business of Crowdfunding in the United States. The case begins with the discussion of history, the present scenario of Crowdfunding, and the working model of GoFundMe. It also discusses how successfully different fundraisers raised money from GoFundMe. The main focus of the case is that to raise money some bad elements are creating fake campaigns and misusing GoFundMe’s platform. Further, it describes how GoFundMe using technology to curbing fake campaigns.
Teaching and learning
This item is suitable for postgraduate courses.Time period
The events covered by this case took place in 2017.Geographical setting
Region:
Americas
Country:
American Samoa
Location:
California
Featured company
Go fund Me
Employees:
201-500
Turnover:
USD 100 million
Type:
Privately held
Industry:
Crowdfunding
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Abstract
GoFundMe, which is into the business of Crowdfunding in the United States. The case begins with the discussion of history, the present scenario of Crowdfunding, and the working model of GoFundMe. It also discusses how successfully different fundraisers raised money from GoFundMe. The main focus of the case is that to raise money some bad elements are creating fake campaigns and misusing GoFundMe’s platform. Further, it describes how GoFundMe using technology to curbing fake campaigns.
Teaching and learning
This item is suitable for postgraduate courses.Settings
Time period
The events covered by this case took place in 2017.Geographical setting
Region:
Americas
Country:
American Samoa
Location:
California
Featured company
Go fund Me
Employees:
201-500
Turnover:
USD 100 million
Type:
Privately held
Industry:
Crowdfunding