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 will my credit card get charged?
Your credit card will only be charged if the campaign reaches its goal of $8500 on the last day of the campaign. (September 26) If we do not reach the goal, your card will not be charged. Your card will be charged for: 1. The Pledge Level rewards and any add-ons that you purchase when the goal is reached at the end of the campaign. 2. Shipping when it is time for the orders to be filled. (December/January timeframe)
When will I receive my pledge level rewards?
Digital Rewards: Digital rewards like the electronic (PDF) version of Bugzee and the Bees and the lesson plans and activities will be sent shortly after the campaign ends. (October) Physical Rewards: Once the books arrive (December/January) we will immediately begin to fulfill the orders. You will receive your books before they are available for purchase on other retail sites.
What organizations will receive my donated books?
Currently there are five beekeeping organizations that we are partnering with: 1. Detroit Hives: 2. Gardening and Beats 3. Sprout and Blossom 4. Miss Humble B's Hive 5. Amaro Literacy Mission South Africa Just think how many Bugzee and the Bees books we can put in the hands of kids through these great organizations.