Funding a Team

The patronage model holds promise for funding small teams and independent creators by leveraging community support and providing specific benefits. Offering different tiers of support can include access to exclusive communities, participation in events, and interaction with the team. To address the funding challenge, institutions can support targeted funding for specific projects, akin to a two-sided marketplace for funding. The precedent of custom keyboards demonstrates that people are willing to pay substantial amounts for unique products, suggesting the potential for funding niche projects and independent creators.