How Backers are protected
14-day review per milestone
When proof is posted, each Backer has 14 days to release their share or ask for more. Money not released in time goes back to the Backer.
15% fee, deducted — never added
Backers pay exactly what they choose. The 15% fee comes out of each backing: ₹10,000 gives the Dreamer ₹8,500. The fee is kept if money is returned.
Gifts, not shares
Backings are gifts. No shares, equity, interest or repayment, and Dreamers keep full ownership. Nothing on cohero is an investment or a loan.
- 01
Before you back
Read the story and the milestones. Check that the amounts add up and that each step has something concrete to prove. If anything is unclear, ask in chat first.
- 02
While the dream runs
Your backing is split across the milestones. When proof is posted you are notified and can release your share or ask for more. You can back anonymously.
- 03
If something goes wrong
If you do not release a milestone in time, the money still held for it and later steps comes back to you, minus the fee. You can report a dream or block a user at any time.
Example milestone plan
An example plan for a animal rescue dream with a goal of ₹1,100,000. Backers fund the whole goal, but each milestone's money stays held until you post the proof and Backers release it.
Milestone 1
₹220,000 · 20%
Prepare intake spaces
Post photos of cleaned housing, an intake capacity checklist and supply receipts, keeping exact foster addresses private.
Milestone 2
₹330,000 · 30%
Complete initial care
Share itemised care invoices with personal details hidden, plus anonymous intake IDs and dated care summaries.
Milestone 3
₹330,000 · 30%
Support foster placements
Post foster supply receipts, anonymised placement logs and housing photos that do not reveal private locations.
Milestone 4
₹220,000 · 20%
Document onward handovers
Share anonymised handover records, remaining supply counts and a summary of animals still needing ongoing care.
Risks to plan for
- R1
Intake exceeds capacity
More animals may need help than the available spaces can support. Set an intake limit in the first milestone and reserve daily care funds before accepting further arrivals.
- R2
Unexpected care needs
New arrivals may need more care than their initial assessment suggests. Include a care contingency and show updated, anonymised invoices before expanding the rescue scope.
- R3
Longer foster stays
Onward placements may take longer than expected, increasing food and housing needs. Budget for an extended foster period and report remaining capacity at each care milestone.
Questions and answers
How can I show proof without exposing foster homes?
Use redacted invoices, anonymous animal records and close-up housing photos without location clues. Explain what each record verifies so Backers can assess the care milestone without seeing private household details.
Can I see how my money was used?
Yes. Each milestone shows the Dreamer's proof, how much is held and how much is released. You only release money for milestones you have reviewed yourself.
Can I raise support for animals already in foster care?
Describe the animals already supported using anonymous intake IDs and explain the care period being funded. Build milestones around documented supplies, care invoices and foster support rather than implying a new intake.
Budget example
A typical cost split for a animal rescue dream in Bengaluru, shown in INR. Backers are charged the equivalent in US dollars.
Example goal
₹1,100,000
- Veterinary care provision₹385,000 · 35%
- Food and daily supplies₹330,000 · 30%
- Housing and safe transport₹220,000 · 20%
- Intake and placement materials₹165,000 · 15%
What you receive
- Backers give
- ₹1,100,000
- Platform fee (15%)
- −₹165,000
- You receive
- ₹935,000
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