Great ideas have been forsaken for simply not having the financial support needed to back them up. The development of ICTs has served as a loudspeaker so that millions of people can make their economic needs known, and in turn as a connector between individuals who share common interests. In this context, crowdfunding has emerged as a useful resource to fill this gap in global society. The text delves into the different options this digital financing platform offers and outlines how it has evolved up to the present. In addition, different success stories of crowdfunding initiatives in our country are presented.