I love the idea of crowdfunding. It is essentially a way for companies or visionaries to secure funding for projects, by using soliciting a bunch of small donations from interested parties, instead of more traditional means such as high interest loans and so on. It also provides an opportunity for people who do not have a lot of money, such as myself, to contribute to things they feel are worthwhile. I have mentioned this funding mechanism before, concerning Horseshoe Bend Brewing Company. For anyone who remembers that post and or donated, Horseshoe Bend Brewing Company achieved their fundraising goal and production is under way! They certainly appreciate everyone’s help. Finally, the Ozarks will have their very own craft brewery!
I have found another great opportunity for those with a giving spirit and or a desire to help the craft beer revolution. Lucky Town Brewing Company is seeking to raise $20,000 (of which they have already raised over $7,000) to start a brewery in the seriously beer deprived state of Mississippi. There is a graduated perk system for donating but most importantly any dollar sent their way will be used to bring better beer to Mississippi! Their project can be found on kickstarter here http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/luckytownbrew/lucky-town-brewing-company-be-bold-rediscover-beer . Even if you do not have a dime to spare at least take a look and wish them luck. Mississippi has some of the harshest laws concerning beer in the nation, therefore this project is especially courageous and I wish them the absolute best of luck.
Here is another neat beer related project on kickstarter, The Beer Hunter Movie. They have already reached their goal, but there are some pretty cool awards for donating. Furthermore, as I understand it much of the project is to be done on a volunteer basis. So any money they receive over $40,000 will certainly be put to good use.
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- Horseshoe Bend Brewing Company
- Springfield Brewing Company Sold
- Springfield, Missouri 2011 State of Beer Review
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