KaiStart

KaiStart, originally known as Kaishiba, is a crowdfunding platform based in Hangzhou, established in March 2015. The platform specializes in lifestyle projects, enabling users to fund diverse initiatives such as films, books, and small business ideas. It focuses on attracting consumers interested in upgrading their lifestyle through non-standard accommodation, personalized catering, new agriculture, and leisure activities. By leveraging its social media capabilities, KaiStart facilitates short-term fundraising campaigns that allow project creators to engage directly with potential backers, fostering a community-driven approach to funding innovative concepts and services.