Meet 10 Startups That Are Crowdfunding W/C 15.09

This article does not constitute financial advice and is designed for information purposes only.

 

If you have a bit of spare cash this month and are interested in backing the next big startups, then you might be wondering: who is crowdfunding at the moment?

Well look no further, TechRound is here to help.

But first…

 

What is Crowdfunding?

 

Crowdfunding is a way for startups to raise money by opening it up to public investors. Through this, they essentially collect small amounts of capital from a large number of people, rather than bigger amounts from a handful of investors.

To incentivise people to invest in their company, startups might offer specific perks like exclusive features, merchandise or discounts.

 

Why Do Startups Crowdfund?

 

Startups like to crowdfund for a number of reasons.

Firstly, it’s an easier way to access capital, without having to get loans or struggle to get noticed by a VC.

Additionally, a strong crowdfund could help validate the idea, whilst also engaging their target audience. Because they have a vested interest in the company doing well, these investors usually turn into loyal customers.

Crowdfunding is also a great marketing tactic, with many companies gaining press coverage and more widespread awareness due to the crowdfund.

But mostly, crowdfunding allows startups to access capital without having to answer to a pool of investors that will likely want control in how the business is run.

So, what opportunities are live at the moment?

 

To publicise your crowdfund on TechRound, please contact us directly.

 

10 Startups Crowdfunding This Week

 

If you are wondering who is crowdfunding this week, look no further!

 

Joule Medical

 

 

How much are they raising: €1,088,109

Website: jouleaed.com

SEIS/EIS? No

About: Joule Medical is transforming the defibrillator (AED) market by creating compact, affordable devices that anyone can use.

By selling the products directly to consumers, they are helping  put the technology back in the hands of ordinary people.

Where to invest: Crowdcube

 

Connected Kerb

 

 

How much are they raising: £1,000,000

Website: www.connectedkerb.com

SEIS/EIS? No

About: Connected Kerb is an electric vehicle charging company that wants to make EV charging more accessible, convenient and dependable.

Their mission is to become the UK’s preferred charging network, providing on-street parking to those that can’t charge at home and outside workspaces.

Where to invest: Europe Republic (previously Seedrs)

 

 

Patch

 

 

Website: www.patchapp.uk

SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS (30%)

About: Patch is a subscription-based window-cleaning platform. Using an online booking system and secure payments, Patch helps people find easier and more reliable ways of having their windows cleaned.

Where to invest: Crowdcube

 

To publicise your crowdfund on TechRound, please contact us directly.

 

Zero

 

 

How much are they raising: £417,000

Website: Zero.co.uk

SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS (30%)

About: Zero is a banking app that helps people put the planet first. Using their GreenScore®, Zero helps people measure the climate impact of their spending and find affordable ways to reduce it.

Launched in 2024, Zero has already secured over 11,000 customers.

Where to invest: Crowdcube

 

QED Naval

 

 

How much are they raising: £300,000

Website: www.qednaval.co.uk

SEIS/EIS? EIS

About: QED Naval is on a mission to make tidal energy part of the UK’s renewable energy mix.

In the process of delivering its first tidal project in Wales, the company is exploring new ways to turn tidal power into clean, predictable energy.

Where to invest: Europe Republic (previously Seedrs)

 

Frugalpac

 

 

How much are they raising: £1,140,376

Website: www.frugalpac.com

SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS (30%)

About: Frugalpac is creating the ‘Frugal Bottle’ a paper wine and spirits bottle designed to be an eco-friendly alternative to current options. The bottle has already been sold to over 50 customers across 27 countries.

Overall, the company is raising money to fund product development and expand to new markets, as well as expanding their team.

Where to invest: Crowdcube

 

To publicise your crowdfund on TechRound, please contact us directly.

 

Occuity

 

 

How much are they raising: N/A

Website: occuity.com

SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS (30%)

About: Occuity is setting out to change how chronic diseases like myopia, diabetes and Alzheimers are detected.

Using non-invasive eye scanning, the company has developed their CE approved PM1 Pachymeter to provide early insights without the need for invasive tests.

Where to invest: Crowdcube

 

Nebeus

 

 

How much are they raising: €3,000,010

Website: nebeus.com

SEIS/EIS? No

About: Nebeus aims to connect crypto with traditional money, helping more people to use crypto as a mainstream payment method.

With licences in the UK, Spain and Argentina, the company is looking to scale globally and make crypto payments easier than ever before.

Where to invest: Europe Republic (previously Seedrs)

 

Ohana Mua

 

 

How much are they raising: N/A

Website: www.ohanamua.co.uk

SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS (30%)

About: Ohana Mua is setting out to make eco-tourism more accessible by creating energy-positive holiday parks.

Their vision involves combining sustainability, technology and design to create immersive experiences for eco-luxury-tourism that helps create experiences that don’t cost the planet.

Where to invest: Crowdcube

 

Heatio

 

 

How much are they raising: N/A

Website: heatio.com

SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS (30%)

About: Heatio is helping more people understand how they can save energy (and money) at home.

Through turning smart meter data into personalised advice, Heatio is helping consumers save money and businesses more easily communicate the energy-saving benefits of their products.

Where to invest: Crowdcube

 

To publicise your crowdfund on TechRound, please contact us directly.