We help everyone invest in startups that they care about. We believe that when all Americans can invest in innovation, the world will be a better place. 

How is Investing on Wefunder Different than the Stock Market?

It's much riskier
Never invest more than you can afford to lose. Startups and small businesses are hard, and even the best founders fail.

The outcomes are more binary
Startups either win big or go bankrupt. You could lose all your money. Consider them more like socially-good lottery tickets.

Hold for the long term
There is no secondary market, and it’s hard to price or re-sell your shares. You typically hold on to them for years before a return.

The money goes to the business
Your dollars help to create and grow companies, not line the pockets of Wall Street. That's often fulfilling.

There are more perks
Many companies have investor perks like VIP access to new products, store credits, or discounts. It’s all part of the experience.

Get behind the veil
Each company builds its own community, and you're part of it. You can help the companies in your portfolio succeed.