BackerKit FAQ
How does BackerKit crowdfunding work?
Crowdfunding is a collaborative way to bring ideas and projects to life. Project creators post their idea for a project, and backers pledge money to make the project possible. Backers get behind the scenes access and backer-only rewards, which can include exclusive products, special pricing, creative input, content, and more.
To become a backer, select a pledge level that features the reward(s) you would like to receive when the project is successfully completed and make your contribution.
All-or-nothing crowdfunding model: The creator sets a funding goal and a deadline to raise funds. If the project does not meet the goal by the deadline, backers credit cards are not charged and no money changes hands.
Crowdfunding projects can happen at various stages of the creative process. Make sure to check the estimated timeline of when rewards will be delivered. Project creators will keep you updated on the progress toward completion and delivery of your rewards.
Backing a crowdfunding campaign is not the same as purchasing an item from a store. When you back a campaign you are supporting the creation of something new. Rewards are almost always delivered, but are not guaranteed.
When will I be charged for my pledge?
Your payment method will not be charged right away. You will be charged for the amount of your pledge when the campaign ends and the project reaches its funding goal. You will not be charged if the campaign does not reach its funding goal.
What happens after the campaign is over?
The Creator will send out a survey that will ask you for more information about your pledge, your shipping information, additional items you may want to add to your pledge, and collect shipping fees if applicable.
The survey will be sent to the email address we have on file with your pledge.
Any additional payment will be charged when you complete your survey and confirm your order.
Project FAQ
What happens if there are shipping delays?
We cannot be held responsible for any delays in shipping due to unforeseen circumstances. During our Overgrowth campaign, there was a month long postal strike in Canada, which meant that our Canadian backers were delayed in receiving their rewards. However, all rewards were made and shipped within three months of the campaigns completion.
Are there any risks in backing this campaign?
Due to the fact that we are a small team of two people, there may be a delay in deliveries if the project goes really well. This is because we plan to be self-fulfilling as did on our Overgrowth campaign.
Will add-ons increase my shipping costs?
Please refer to the estimated shipping table in the campaign. This has two tiers of costs. One for the 'Lunchtime Special', which is a copy of Pete's Plaice, and one for the 'Catch of the Day' - Deluxe package, which includes a copy of Pete's Plaice, the base game of Forest Folk and the Duo of Expansions. Any add-ons may increase this estimated shipping cost, due to the additional weight of the add-ons.
What environmental factors have you considered?
We will be using recyclable materials for packaging. We will be delivering to our local postal office, which is within walking distance to reduce unnecessary vehicle usage. We are having the game printed on high-quality card to ensure durability of play. For those who are pledging for the 'Catch of the Day', which includes Pete's Plaice, Forest Folk and the Forest Folk Duo of Expansions. We plan to reduce unnecessary packaging for the duo of expansions, as these should fit into the base game box.