Bring Back Gothamist

A project in New York, NY by Gothamist
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Gothamist has joined New York institution WNYC, now they need you to step up and bring the site back to its former glory.
Backers: 2860
Average Pledge Per Backer: $70

Funded: $200,148 of $100,000
Dates: Apr 3rd -> May 4th (32 days)
Project By: Gothamist
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You’re a Record Breaker

May 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Did you think Friday would bring you news that you were a record breaker? No? Neither did we. But you are! Today, you helped Gothamist become the most successfully funded US journalism Kickstarter campaign EVER! Thank you for what you have helped us... (Read More)

The start of many thank yous

May 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you for welcoming us back. For your weird gifs. For your celebration of our proximity to honking cars. For your tips about the New York River Ferry. For your salutes to the restoration of New York City (dis)order. For missing us.   Thank you... (Read More)

A reward from Amanda Palmer and Neil Gaiman

April 30th - via: kickstarter.com
We have four days left to go. Over the last few weeks we’ve been on an incredible rollercoaster ride with you and thousands of other supporters of Gothamist. We’ve received support from independent New York institutions like IFC Center... (Read More)

Gothamist is Back!

April 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey friends, Gothamist is relaunching today! We said we would be back this spring and, lo and behold, here we are. This morning we have stories about how the NYPD's crackdown on e-bikes is impacting NYC's food delivery workers, a guide to enduring... (Read More)

Welcome to #ForestHillsFriday!

April 20th - via: kickstarter.com
That's right, today we're celebrating hitting the halfway mark in our fundraiser and the hint of spring almost in the air by releasing a VERY SPECIAL Forest Hills Stadium reward! Seeing a show outdoors is one of the most New York of summer activities... (Read More)

A Day of New York Rewards for New York Loving People

April 19th - via: kickstarter.com
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Alert - A special reward: membership from The Wing, DUMBO

April 18th - via: kickstarter.com
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It's Time For A #BringBackGothamist Food & Drink Tour

April 6th - via: kickstarter.com
All week some of our favorite NYC businesses have been announcing Gothamist-named menu items you can get around town to spread the word about our Kickstarter campaign.  Planning on celebrating reaching our goal in three days by devouring one... (Read More)

We Hit Our $100,000 Goal! A Huge Thank You and Here’s What’s Next.

April 5th - via: kickstarter.com
$100,000 in three days. You are simply breathtaking.   The outpouring of support for the Gothamist Kickstarter has been incredible. We're so, so thrilled we've reached this goal!What’s next?  We’re bold: we want to raise another $100,000 over... (Read More)

1000 Backers + High Praise from Ben Sinclair

April 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Our minds continue to be seriously blown.   Halfway through Day Two of the campaign we hit 1,000 backers! We see you and we are so grateful that you are joining us on this journey to relaunch.   With your incredible support, we’ve raised 80% of... (Read More)

Over 700 incredible supporters in the first 12 hours!

April 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you to everyone who has given! You, as a part of a growing community of people supporting local journalism, have done something incredible today. In less than a day you have pushed the Gothamist Kickstarter past the 50% completion line.   We... (Read More)

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