I think this is great. The comments here are yet another case of unnecessary HN negativity. Kickstarter has strict guidelines around what sort of companies are

I think this is great. The comments here are yet another case of unnecessary HN negativity. Kickstarter has strict guidelines around what sort of companies are allowed to raise money (only creative projects) and they have left room for many competitors to fill the gaps. The concerns about "Granny and Gramps" dumping their retirement savings into startups is overblown. As long as the commitment amounts are capped at a reasonable level ($1000-$5000), I don't see the harm. I've seen much worse decisions being made by "accredited" investors who don't have any limits.