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Less than 1% of startups get VC funding. But guess what? There are 7 more ways to fund your dream! Funding doesn’t have to be stressful, and it’s not just about VCs. There are smarter ways to get the money you need. From bootstrapping to crowdfund

### **How a Young Startup Can Get Funded** 1. **Bootstrapping:** Start with your own savings and focus on lean operations to grow without external funding. 2. **Friends and Family:** Seek small investments from those who believe in your vision. Kee

Crowdfunding is raising small amounts of money from many people via online platforms. It’s ideal for creative or innovative projects. Types include Donation-Based (e.g., Ketto), where no returns are expected, Reward-Based (e.g., Kickstarter), offerin

Day 59: BLR Startup Funding: Beyond the Angel Investors Angel investors are the fairy godmothers of the startup world, but they're not the only funding option in Bengaluru. Here's a look beyond: * Bootstrapping Magic: Self-funding your startup wit

Unlocking the Power of Crowdfunding for Startups Hey everyone! Today, let’s dive into another exciting way to fund your startup—Crowdfunding. This method has gained massive popularity over the last decade, allowing entrepreneurs to raise money from

How Startups Are Raising Capital in 2025 ? Funding landscapes are evolving, and startups are leveraging new opportunities Domestic VCs: Over 90% of funding in 2024 came from local investors, signaling growing confidence. Crowdfunding Platforms: P

Here are some of the most common sources of funds for early startup owners: 🏦 Personal Savings - Many founders invest their own money to get the business off the ground. 🏆 Bootstrapping - Generating revenue organically without external capital th

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽? Pre-Funding Preparation Before approaching any investor, make sure you have: A clear business model A working prototype or MVP Market research & TAM (Total Addressab

Bangalore's Entrepreneurial Spirit: A Cocktail of Innovation Bangalore's startup scene is a vibrant mix of ambition and ingenuity. Here's what fuels its fire: * Tech-savvy population * Risk-taking attitude * Supportive ecosystem (incubators, a

🚀 Raising Funds for Your Early-Stage Startup? Here’s What You Need to Know! Starting a startup is thrilling, yet raising funds for an early-stage startup is like ascending Everest. Having been through this myself, here are 7 tried-and-tested strate