Every Mainvest campaign has a story.
Get to know a few businesses that have used Mainvest to launch and grow their next venture. Below are a few case studies that explain campaign tactics, use of funds, and more. Mainvest allows businesses to access flexible, founder-friendly capital to grow while tapping into a new level of community support.
Ancho Honey Case Study
Ancho Honey is a small takeout restaurant St. George, ME, a coastal town with a tight-knit community and strong tourism draw. In 2019, founder Malcolm Bedell realized there was a glaring hole in Midcoast Maine’s burgeoning food scene: “While you could throw a stone and hit an amazing chef doing innovative, imaginative work at a premium price point, or easily find a chain restaurant churning out the same microwaved dredge, there weren’t many options in between.”
Ancho Honey raised $124,000 on Mainvest in late 2023- read more about their fundraising journey here.
Busy Bee Play Cafe Case Study
The Busy Bee Play Cafe, founded by Kristina and Kevin Lai, offers an innovative indoor play space designed for children and a relaxing cafe area for parents. Located in Indianapolis, the cafe aims to provide a community haven that promotes play, learning, and social interaction in a safe and welcoming environment.
Busy Bee Play Cafe raised $31,000 on Mainvest in late 2022- read more about their fundraising journey here.
Tomorrow Bookstore Case Study
Tomorrow Bookstore is an independent, general-interest bookstore in Indianapolis’s premier retail corridor. Founded by Julia Breakey and Jake Budler, Tomorrow is a majority woman-owned bookstore focused on human-centric global stories. They curate stories - about ourselves and the world around us - to create a stronger community and a better tomorrow.
Tomorrow Bookstore raised $30,000 on Mainvest in early 2023- read more about their fundraising journey here.
Mike & Patty's Case Study
Mike & Patty’s raised $150,000 of investment on Mainvest. They produced engaging content that built excitement throughout the campaign.
Read here to learn more about how their crowdfunding campaign, how they marketed to their community, and our recent webinar with the owner, Michael Gurevich.
Eastern Market Brewing Company Case Study
Cheers to the largest raise that Mainvest has had so far! Eastern Market describes itself as a community-focused craft brewery and taproom in the heart of Eastern Market, providing its locals and visitors a refreshing place to gather and drink beer.
The brewery raised over $1,200,000 on Mainvest. Read here to learn about this historic raise, and for insight into the business.
Comfort Kitchen Case Study
Comfort Kitchen is one of the most anticipated new restaurants in Boston. After successfully completing a $1.4 million restoration and rehabilitation of the 1912 Upham’s Corner Comfort Station in Dorchester, they’re ready to serve the community and beyond.
The restaurant raised $100,000 on Mainvest. Read here to explore the restaurant's offerings and story.
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