GoCrowd operates as a regulated investment and loan crowdfunding platform connecting investors with vetted micro and small businesses seeking capital. Investors can participate by providing short-term loans or acquiring equity stakes in these enterprises. The platform facilitates access to higher potential returns compared to traditional bank deposits for its registered investor base.
Funding
$100K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Micro and small businesses often face challenges in securing funding through traditional channels, hindering their growth and potential. This lack of access to capital can limit their ability to expand operations, invest in new equipment, or pursue innovative projects.
Solution
GoCrowd is a regulated crowdfunding platform that connects investors with vetted micro and small businesses seeking capital. The platform enables investors to provide short-term loans to these businesses, offering the potential for returns that exceed traditional bank deposits. GoCrowd facilitates a direct investment channel, allowing businesses to access necessary funds while providing investors with opportunities to support local enterprises and earn competitive returns. The platform aims to minimize investment risks through a careful vetting process and provides a transparent environment for both businesses and investors.
Target Audience
GoCrowd targets retail investors looking for alternative investment opportunities with higher potential returns, as well as micro and small businesses seeking access to capital for growth and expansion.
Features
- Due diligence process for businesses seeking funding
- Platform for investors to provide short-term loans to micro and small businesses
- Projected average returns of 30% per annum for investors
- Regulated by the Astana Financial Services Authority (AFSA)
- Online investment portfolio tracking
- Informative articles on crowdfunding
- Telegram channel for updates on new investment opportunities