A man wearing gloves and a face mask walks by a mural reading ‘Cancel Plans Not Humanity’ during the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic in Los Angeles, California. Musicians, podcasters, writers, and others denied income by the coronavirus pandemic are turning to the power of online community spirit to make ends meet. The health crisis and its massive economic impact have stirred increased interest in crowdfunding sites like GoFundMe and membership platforms such as Patreon. — AFP
SAN FRANCISCO: The coronavirus pandemic threatened game over for Endgame restaurant near Seattle.
It shared its plight online at crowd support platform GoFundMe, where donations eclipsed the restaurant's US$5,500 (RM23,703) goal to stay in business.
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