YouTube must-watch: YBS Youngbloods!
Best described as a cross between Aussie wildlife enthusiast, Steve Irwin & adventurer/survivalist, Bear Grylls, he’s been making videos for 11 years and has a huge 8.5M following!!
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Best described as a cross between Aussie wildlife enthusiast, Steve Irwin & adventurer/survivalist, Bear Grylls, he’s been making videos for 11 years and has a huge 8.5M following!!
Turning your side hustle into a funded journey doesn’t require quitting your day job or chasing algorithms—it starts with sharing your unique voice.
In 2025, every athlete, adventurer, or creator needs a digital home base—a single hub where their story lives. Social media is powerful, but it’s crowded, fast-moving, and owned by someone else. Your journey deserves a place that’s yours.
Turning a passion into a funded journey isn’t just for influencers or pros with massive followings. Start simple: share your “why.” Why did you choose this path? What does it mean to you? Vulnerability is magnetic.
We’re building Yaff with feedback from creators who live these nontraditional lives. Sailors, climbers, runners, surfers—they’re shaping the platform as much as we are.
One of the biggest hurdles new creators face on Yaff is psychological: the feeling that asking for financial support is “begging.”
Short answer: Yes. Long answer? It takes more bravery now than ever before.
Seasonal competition schedules mean your income might be uneven—big events in summer, quieter months in winter. Depending on your sport, it could be the opposite! But your supporters don’t just care about your race-day results; they care about your journey year-round.
Yaff started in January 2025 in New Zealand but the idea began years earlier, somewhere in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.
The quiet power of small audiences? It’s not just real—it’s sustainable. And it’s yours for the building.
Platforms like Yaff let athletes and adventurers invite their supporters along for the ride—not just as spectators, but as stakeholders. That small but passionate group of fans becomes a fuel source: financially, emotionally, and creatively
For the last decade, creators have been told to hustle for brand deals, crank out YouTube videos for ad revenue, or launch merch to pay the bills. But there’s a shift happening, one that puts creators back in control.
So you’re posting regularly, growing a small following, and getting great feedback. But turning that into actual income? That’s where most creators stall. Here’s how to start: Pick 1–2 types of content or updates that feel natural to you.
One of the biggest mental blocks creators face is pricing. "Will anyone pay for this? Am I charging too much? Too little?" Here's the truth: If you're showing up consistently and sharing value, people want to support you. But you need to give them the opportunity.
Posting content is one thing. Building a movement is another. If you want real traction—supporters who show up month after month—you need to give them more than content. You need to give them a cause, a reason, a story to join. Make them FEEL real emotions.
Getting someone to support you once is great. But building a loyal base of long-term supporters? That’s where the real magic happens.
Yaff.io helps athletes get ongoing funding by sharing their journey with paid subscribers. From training clips to travel stories, fans support you monthly in exchange for exclusive content. It’s easy to set up, not charity, and keeps you focused on your dream. Turn your story into support with Yaff.
Luke Bosworth captivates audiences with his raw honesty and infectious enthusiasm. This Florida‑based adventurer has built a YouTube presence by showcasing immersive travel experiences, van‑life escapades, and heartfelt reflections along the way.
If you are thinking about starting a Patreon account, read this comparison with Yaff.io first.
A recommendation for an adventurous guy whose YT channel I've recently stumbled upon.
Canoeist Kurts Adams Rozentals banned for funding Olympic dream on OnlyFans. Paddle UK’s £16,000 grant isn’t enough, pushing athletes to risky gigs. Yaff.io offers a safe way: share training, diet, event updates with paying fans—no nudity, no bans, just support to chase gold.
"At 13, I set a NZ hurdle record that still stands at 47! 🏃♀️ Read how my parents made it happen and why I’m helping young athletes chase their dreams with Yaff.io! #UnbreakableRecords"
A side by side comparison of the pros/cons of Athletes and Adventurers using these two great platforms, GoFundMe and Yaff, to fund their journey.