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Philanthropy is at an inflection point, with Generation Y finding traditional means of giving to be tedious, boring, dated and time consuming. It's time for real change!
Budge provides a mobile app that enables people to create challenges with friends and raise money for causes at the same time. We also offer a unique and compelling marketing platform that allows corporations to hold CSR campaigns for and sponsor non-profit organizations.
More information on Budge can be found at: http://www.fundable.com/budge
Budge is fun.
Challenges can be anything from eating as many sushi rolls as possible in a minute, doing a silly dance on the street or participating in a fun run.
Budge targets Gen Y.
Generation Y is the most educated, tech-profcient, and soon-to-be largest American generation ever.
Budge is social.
Fully integrated into Facebook, so that challenges can be shared, charities get exposure and the viral nature of social media takes over.
Budge is Gamified.
For every donation made, users receive points and badges as a reward. Badges can be redeemed for discounts or prizes with participating sponsors.
Budge is disruptive.
We overcome the traditional roadblocks to philanthropy by inspiring people to use their regular daily activities and interactions as a means to donate to causes they feel passionate about.
Budge provides a mobile app that enables people to create challenges with friends and raise money for causes at the same time. We also offer a unique and compelling marketing platform that allows corporations to hold CSR campaigns for and sponsor non-profit organizations.
More information on Budge can be found at: http://www.fundable.com/budge
Budge is fun.
Challenges can be anything from eating as many sushi rolls as possible in a minute, doing a silly dance on the street or participating in a fun run.
Budge targets Gen Y.
Generation Y is the most educated, tech-profcient, and soon-to-be largest American generation ever.
Budge is social.
Fully integrated into Facebook, so that challenges can be shared, charities get exposure and the viral nature of social media takes over.
Budge is Gamified.
For every donation made, users receive points and badges as a reward. Badges can be redeemed for discounts or prizes with participating sponsors.
Budge is disruptive.
We overcome the traditional roadblocks to philanthropy by inspiring people to use their regular daily activities and interactions as a means to donate to causes they feel passionate about.
Overview
Location
United States, New York
Employees
1-10
Total raised
$1M
Founded date
2011
Funding Rounds 1
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| Nov 28, 2013 | 5 non-mindless ways to avoid your annoying family on Thanksgiving | We are excited to bring Transform 2022 back in-person July 19 and virtually July 20 - 28. Join AI and data leaders for insightful talks and exciting networking opportunities. Register today! Let’s play Annoying Family Bingo: Alcoholic Aunt.... |
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FAQ about Budge, Inc
When was Budge, Inc founded?
Budge, Inc was founded in 2011.
How much funding has Budge, Inc raised?
Budge, Inc has raised $1M in total across 1 funding round.
What has the press written about Budge, Inc?
Parsers VC has collected 2 articles mentioning Budge, Inc, among them “5 non-mindless ways to avoid your annoying family on Thanksgiving” (Nov 28, 2013).
Is Budge, Inc still active?
Yes, Budge, Inc is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Feb 24, 2016.