Funding Goal
The target amount a Creator aims to raise through their CRT offering on GigaStar Market. If the minimum goal is not met by the deadline, all Investor funds are returned.
Understanding Funding Goal
A funding goal is the target capital amount that a Creator sets for their Channel Revenue Token (CRT) offering on GigaStar Market. Each offering typically includes both a minimum and maximum funding goal. The minimum represents the least amount the Creator needs to raise for the offering to proceed, while the maximum is the most they can accept under the terms of their offering.
If the minimum funding goal is not reached by the offering deadline, the offering does not close and all Investor commitments are returned in full. This structure is a standard Investor protection under SEC Regulation CF. It ensures that Creators receive capital only when sufficient community support exists to make the offering viable.
When a Creator sets their funding goal, several factors come into play. The Creator's historical YouTube revenue, channel growth trajectory, content strategy, and capital needs all influence the appropriate funding target. GigaStar Market works with Creators to structure offerings with goals that align with the Creator's revenue profile and the terms of the CRT being offered.
For Investors, the funding goal provides context for evaluating an offering. The relationship between the funding goal and the Creator's revenue metrics can help inform due diligence. A larger funding goal relative to current channel revenue may indicate higher risk, while a more conservative goal may suggest a different risk profile.
Investors should review the offering documents, including the Form C filed with the SEC, to understand the specific funding goal structure, how raised capital will be used, and what happens if the offering closes between the minimum and maximum amounts.
Key Points to Remember
- Funding Goal is regulated by the SEC under Regulation Crowdfunding
- All investments carry risk — past performance doesn't guarantee future results
- Review all offering documents carefully before investing
Related Terms
Channel Revenue Token (CRT)
A security representing contractual rights to receive a share of a YouTube Creator's potential future revenue, offered through GigaStar's SEC-registered platform.
Form C
An SEC filing required for all Regulation Crowdfunding offerings. Contains offering details, financial statements, and risk factors for Investor review.
GigaStar Market
GigaStar Market is an SEC-registered funding portal and FINRA member where Investors can purchase Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs) in primary offerings from YouTube Creators.
Investor
An Investor is an individual who purchases Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs) through GigaStar's platform, receiving Monthly distributions from a YouTube Creator's revenue.
Maximum Raise
The maximum amount a Creator can raise in a single CRT offering under Regulation CF, currently up to $5 million annually through a registered funding portal like GigaStar Market.
Offering
A CRT offering is when a YouTube Creator raises capital through GigaStar Market by selling Channel Revenue Tokens to Investors, with each offering backed by a Form C filed with the SEC.
SEC Regulation CF
SEC Regulation Crowdfunding (Regulation CF) is the federal securities framework that allows companies like GigaStar to offer CRTs to both accredited and non-accredited Investors, up to $5M annually.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to pay back Investors?
You don't make direct payments to Investors. GigaStar handles all distribution processing. A percentage of your YouTube revenue is automatically shared with CRT holders as Monthly distributions. If your revenue decreases, distributions decrease proportionally—there is no fixed amount owed.
What happens after the revenue share term ends?
When the contractual term expires (e.g., after 3 or 5 years), distributions to CRT holders cease, and you no longer share YouTube revenue with those Investors. CRTs associated with that offering expire, and you retain 100% of your YouTube revenue going forward.
Is this a loan I have to repay?
No. A CRT offering is not a loan. Creators do not make fixed repayments to Investors. Instead, Investors receive Monthly distributions based on the Creator's actual YouTube revenue. If revenue declines, distributions decrease accordingly—there is no fixed repayment obligation.