Stanly, an innovative platform designed exclusively for fans to connect, engage, and celebrate their favorite fandoms, announced it has successfully raised $8 million in pre-Series A funding. This funding round was led by Adrian Cheng’s C Capital, with participation from AppWorks, Goodwater, Palm Drive Capital, and others.
Launched in 2023 by Rebecca Leung, Liberty City Ventures, and Popular Culture, Stanly is improving how fans interact with each other, bringing them together like never before. And the app provides fan-to-fan and artist-to-fan communication and commerce, enabling users to join or create fan-generated artist fans clubs on the platform. For these fandoms, users can discover exclusive content, participate in gaming, chat, earn rewards, shop, and stay updated on the latest news and events.
Since the beta launch in February, Stanly attracted over 200,000 members. And the platform currently supports 50 popular fandoms, including those for Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, J Balvin, BTS, Post Malone, and more. With 300+ additional fandoms on the waitlist, the platform is prepared for significant expansion in the coming months.
Stanly’s funding will be used for expanding its team across various departments, including engineering, operations, creator support, marketing, and sales. And the company will also continue to enhance its platform’s capabilities to offer a more seamless and engaging experience for fans and artists alike.
KEY QUOTES:
“We created Stanly because we felt that there was no safe space online for fans to more closely connect and share with one another about their favorite artists and creators. To be recognized and to be rewarded for their fandom. The latest funding round enables Stanly to develop important product features as well as help establish our platform as a global home of fandom.”
- Jens Grede, Co-founder of Popular Culture
“We are thrilled to support Stanly in their mission to revolutionize fan engagement. The platform’s unique approach to fostering community and connection within fandoms is truly innovative. We believe in Stanly’s vision and are excited to see how this funding will accelerate their growth and impact on fan culture globally.”
- Clive Ng, Co-Founder of C Capital
