Collectives#

There are thousands of different collectives currently growing on Open Collective.

Setting up a collective can be a great way for a group of people to work together on a shared goal or interest.

We help you to build all sorts of initiatives that make a difference. That might involve running a community kitchen or a mutual aid group, helping people in your neighborhood, or building resilience around your open-source software project.

Establish the backbones for your next meetup group, union, climate activist collective, or political movement.

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On Open Collective you can:

• Get started without the paperwork
• Raise money and accept contributions without setting up a bank account
• Pay bills and expenses quickly and simply
• Provide transparent budgeting for your community
• Meet and connect with other collectives.
  

No need to incorporate, hire a lawyer and accountant, or define organizational roles!
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Find out more#

Whether you’re launching or building your collective, these pages can help you navigate the Open Collective platform.

Setting Up#

Create a user account before you do anything else.

Create a Collective#

Name your collective and add it to our platform.

Add your Team Members#

If you’ve got people helping you, here’s how to give them access.

Select a Fiscal Host#

Your Fiscal Host will grant you legal status and take care of your money. Find the right one for you.

Managing Collective Funds#

Your Collective’s budget is open and transparent, so everyone can see what’s happening.

Raise Money#

Bring in money for your cause, from donations to sales and more.

Pay Expenses#

Pay and keep track of new expense claims

Spreading the Word#

Let people know what your collective is doing, and build your audience.

Create Events#

Sell tickets and bring your community together.

Connect your social media#

Show people where to find your social accounts.