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
Will more flags be added?
Outside of the Design Request pledge level, we are not planning to add any more flags or designs to this campaign. We hope you can find at least one flag you identify with. For more information on the Design Request pledge level, see the pledge level description.
Can we get the 2022 pins or other merch?
Reprinted merch of these designs will be available to unlock in the post-campaign survey depending on interest. See the 2022 Pride Angels Restocks section for more details. If an older design is not funded as part of the campaign, you can find them with my stockists.
Is it okay if I get merch even if I don't identify with the flag?
Yes, that's absolutely fine and encouraged! The more orders we get for a design, the more extras we'll order, so don't feel like you're taking away merch from someone else. You'll be helping to make it available to even more people.
Can I include items from your shops with my order?
For ease of fulfillment I am not offering shop item bundling for this campaign.
My situation changed and I need a refund.
If the campaign funding period is still in progress, you can cancel your pledge. If the campaign has ended, you have 14 days from the campaign end date to request a full refund. After this time no refunds will be given. The only exception is if I am unable to ship to you, and this refund will be minus any Backerkit fees and taxes.
Can I change my survey selections?
No, unlike in my previous campaigns you will not be able to change your survey selections once surveys are locked. This is because of the order quantity requirement to fund many of the campaign items.
When will you charge cards for pledges and addons?
You can expect a charge when the campaign ends and again once surveys lock.
Will backers get a coupon for extras?
Yes, backers will get a coupon for campaign extras in my shop. However I cannot guarantee leftovers will be available of all items, to guarantee getting an item it's best to pledge during the campaign.
What is your pin grading policy?
For my complete pin grading policy, please see my About Page/FAQ linked on the campaign page.
Can I draw a Pride Angel too?
Of course, I don’t own angels or Pride flags! If I inspired you I would love to be tagged to see and share your design.
Is shipping flat rate?
Yes, shipping is flat rate, and will be charged in the survey. Please see the Shipping section for more details.
How can we get pins of the other designs?
Those designs will be funded as pins in the post-campaign survey/preorder store, please see the Survey section for more details.
Should we pledge for just the campaign pins, or the other designs as well?
Please pledge for only the designs available in the campaign. There is no guarantee the additional designs will be funded, so you risk overpaying if you pledge for them too.
Are the guest artist designs available as campaign pins/options in the survey?
Yes, the guest artist designs can be selected in the survey. Any pins shown on the campaign page that we have reached the funding goal for, will be available to select.
Will the Design Request angels be available to all backers?
Yes, these designs are just like all the other designs and are available to all backers. They are available as stickers and keychains, and can be unlocked as pins, patches, and lanyards depending on order quantity in the survey/preorder store.
Why can't you ship to Germany and France?
I am unable to ship to these countries due to their local packaging laws. If you are located in Germany or France, please read my About Page/FAQ for information about my stockists who can ship to you, or help me find a stockist near you.