Trending Go Fund Me campaigns continue to explode

It’s the brainchild of a couple of young entrepreneurs with the dream of creating a platform for regular people to raise money for causes important to them.

In six short years since Go Fund Me launched, it has exceeded all expectations, having raised more than $305 billion. The company touts itself as ‘Changing the Way People Give’, but it may be making an impact on more than just giving.

Jenifer Daniels inside the Go Fund Me headquarters

CBS Local 2’s Jenifer Daniels explores the exploding trend of Go Fund Me campaigns on Tuesday, May 3 as she gives you an inside look at the company and speaks to some local residents whom have used the service for various reasons.

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