- In rewards-based crowdfunding, backers give a small amount of money in exchange for a reward.
- In donation-based crowdfunding, donors donate a small amount of money in exchange for gratitude and the feeling of supporting a cause they believe in.
- In equity crowdfunding, investors invest large amounts of money in a company in exchange for a small piece of equity in the company.
- And in debt crowdfunding, lenders make a loan with the expectation to make back their principal plus interest.