Crafters are eligible for guild funding after reaching 650 in their primary trade skill.  In general here is how funding distributed to guild crafters:

• To receive donations, please let the guild officers let us know you need funding. Many crafters fund a large portion of their leveling
• The amount of funding is based on the crafters current level, trade skill and overall availability.  For example, a level 900 Wesponcrafter will receive more funds in comparison to a level 700 Tailor.
• Funding is based on the current guild funds.
• Guild members are encouraged to donate/tip directly to guild crafters.
• Funding is available until the crafter reaches the cap in their trade skill (1000 or 1100 based on the skill)
• Some crafters have elected to raise more than one trade skill across characters.  Guild funding is eligible for only one trade skill per player.  This helps the guild fund more crafters instead of focusing funds on a smaller subset.  Crafters with an existing guild funded trade skill also have the ability to use that skill to raise funds for additional skills.