> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://lumena.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Creating a Raise

> How to deploy a smart fundraising contract on Lumena.

Follow these steps to install and run Mintlify on your operating system.

## Before you start

You'll need:

* A Stellar wallet connected to mainnet
* At least `200 XLM` to cover the deployment fee
* A raise target in mind
* A raise duration (minimum 72 hours, maximum 90 days)

<Steps>
  <Step title="Connect Your Wallet ">
    Go to [Create Launch](https://www.claudeusercontent.com/artifact/a2247f4d-6f38-45f4-aad6-48b664024c37?domain=\&errorReportingMode=parent\&formattedSpreadsheets=true#) in the app. Connect your Stellar wallet. Lumena will verify you're activated before allowing you to proceed.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set Project Details">
    Enter your project name, category, and a description. This content is public and appears on your raise page. Be specific, vague projects raise less. You cannot change this after deployment.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure Raise Parameters">
    Set your  target amount and duration. Set your monthly expenses and budget. These are enforced by the contract and cannot be changed after deployment. Choose conservatively. A completed raise builds more trust than a failed one.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Deploy">
    Approve the transaction in your wallet. The 200 XLM deployment fee is charged at this step. Your raise is live immediately. It appears on Explore Projects within seconds.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Raise parameters

```bash theme={null}
target     // USDC amount required for success (minimum 100 USDC)
duration   // Window for contributions (min 72h, max 90d)
deployer   // Stellar addresses that receives funds on success
status     // LIVE | COMPLETE | REFUNDING — updated by the contract
```

## Deployment Fee

A flat fee of `200 XLM` is charged when your contract is deployed. This fee goes to the Lumena protocol treasury, governed by futarchy. It is not refundable — even if your raise fails to meet its target.

## Platform Success Fee

A variable fee of `3%` is charged when your fundraising contract is completed successfully. This fee goes to the Lumena protocol treasury for platform operations.

<Danger>
  **Raise parameters are immutable after deployment** - You cannot change your target, duration, monthly allowance or project details once the contract is live. Think carefully before deploying. If you need to restart, you'll need to deploy a new smart fundraising contract.
</Danger>