FAQ

Beyond the potential profits that may come from investing in a portfolio of businesses, investors can enjoy a few additional benefits of buying into businesses they believe in.
First, it’s a chance to be a part of the next big thing – to be like the dragons on Dragon’s Den and pick exciting businesses, follow their progress as they grow and get credit and recognition for having been one of the first people to spot them.

Second, you get to contribute to the culture of innovation by supporting entrepreneurs when they need it most and giving them a chance to get great new businesses off the ground.

Third, it’s a way to get involved with innovation in an area you’re interested in or are passionate about, and share in the success of the business.

And, it is the opportunity to support your friends and family on their exciting new business endeavour.

Finy is in a process of certification with the competent authority, which in Portugal is the CMVM (Comissão de Valores de Mercados Mobiliários).

To match a donation on FundPress, the company or donor matching the donation can place a second donation to the same fundraiser for the same amount. They also have the ability to leave a comment during the donation process saying something.

Finy gives you a chance to reach out and let them know when you hit milestones, how close you are, and we have definitely found that communicating your supporters regularly leads to more momentum and more repeat donors.

Please note that all donations are made in either US dollars or Canadian dollars so the donations may be levied an exchange rate fee via the bank who issues the donor’s credit card. Donors will want to connect with their bank to determine exactly what that fee may be

FundPress has an incredibly innovative pricing structure which gives donors the opportunity to cover the campaign’s transaction fee (both the platform and payment processing fees) on behalf of the cause, ensuring 100% of the contribution reaches the nonprofit, fee-free.