It is maybe a big amount for Western Europe or Asia, but for the rest or the Europe it is common money, especially for crypto investors.
I understand that all people have different financial capabilities, but who will seriously consider an investor with 10 dollars. Of course, projects need large investors with big money!
On the one hand, small investors are not important, but on the other hand, centralization in projects is not good either. If several large investors invest in the project, they can actually do anything with the course.