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
When does my credit card get charged for backing your project?
Your card is only charged if my project reaches the funding goal by the deadline. Backerkit is an all-or-nothing platform, therefore if I don’t reach my goal, your card will never be charged with your pledge.
What happens if you don't make your goal?
I will be disappointed that we didn’t reach our goal, but I’m really committed to this book and so I will continue to work to get it published. It will just take much longer without having Backerkit supporters to help make it happen.
When will I receive my rewards?
The digital rewards will be ready well before physical ones. We will send digital products as soon as they're ready. Physical products will be delivered all together, even if some are ready ahead of time. We will keep you apprised as rewards are ready.
Why should I pledge on Backerkit versus buying in stores?
Backerkit allows you a voice in the creation of The Odd Dog's Guide to Making Friends. You will get to choose rewards, offer insights, and have a voice not only for this book, but for future ones. Plus, there are rewards that I likely will never offer again, or you'll receive a version that will never be offered again.
Will I be able to buy the book after the campaign?
Yes. The book will be available to purchase once it has been published and printed. If the campaign is not successful this will take longer to be available. All of the special Backerkit reward tier packages and pricing are only available during the campaign though, so if you wait to buy, those won't be available any more.
I would like to order this as a gift or donate it to an individual, classroom, or group of my choosing. Can you send my reward to someone else if I pledge?
Yes! At the end of the campaign you'll receive a survey. You can enter the name and address where you want your reward(s) sent. We'll even provide a personalized note to the individual or group acknowledging your gift or you can remain anonymous.
I'd like to sponsor a classroom or group. Do you already have schools and groups identified to whom the books can be donated too?
Absolutely! We have identified some literacy and early learning organizations in my home town of Kansas City, but if you have a group near and dear to your heart we'll be happy to send a Classroom Pack to the school/organization of your choice.
What organizations are my planning to partner with if I agree to give a book as a pledge?
From now until the book is published, we are communicating shelters and rescues daily to seek partners. Check out list of partner organizations in the Story Section "PAWtners". If there's a shelter or rescue you'd like included, let me know their names and I'll reach out.
How can I make sure my favorite rescue/shelter receives a copy of this book?
Great question! You can order as many copies of The Odd Dog's Guide to Making Friends as you'd like. After the campaign is over, we will provide a survey where you can specify where your books go! We'll even add a note saying who it's from if you'd like. :)