Yes, it doesn’t work for everyone here who would like to donate. I’ve heard that said by a number of members. An alternative could be useful in bringing in more donations.
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You're not alone Kathy, members contribute to the Forums in many ways, and you certainly earn your place with us.
messaline
Crucified Amazon
Yes and mostly a real solution for the future ...
Kathy
Terra Nova Tramp
Thanks so much
This is the great strength of our Forums. We aren't a subscription site and so people who are, for one reason or another, not entirely well off, or like Kathy are young and potentially starting out on their careers or working lives and don't have a lot of money, can still join our Forum and take part, and contribute. I would hate to lose that openness. I'm quite fond of our Kathy, for one. 
However, I think some of the rest of us, who might have more stable incomes, could possibly consider treating the donation call like a subscription.
However, I think some of the rest of us, who might have more stable incomes, could possibly consider treating the donation call like a subscription.
Kathy
Terra Nova Tramp
Thank you, you are a good friend to me here on the forum , I appreciate your kind words.This is the great strength of our Forums. We aren't a subscription site and so people who are, for one reason or another, not entirely well off, or like Kathy are young and potentially starting out on their careers or working lives and don't have a lot of money, can still join our Forum and take part, and contribute. I would hate to lose that openness. I'm quite fond of our Kathy, for one.
However, I think some of the rest of us, who might have more stable incomes, could possibly consider treating the donation call like a subscription.
Totally agree. I am loathe to make this a subscription site. So let’s focus for now, everyone, on getting that last 10 percent needed to get us over the hump for June, and then let’s work on thinking through solutions.This is the great strength of our Forums. We aren't a subscription site and so people who are, for one reason or another, not entirely well off, or like Kathy are young and potentially starting out on their careers or working lives and don't have a lot of money, can still join our Forum and take part, and contribute. I would hate to lose that openness. I'm quite fond of our Kathy, for one.
However, I think some of the rest of us, who might have more stable incomes, could possibly consider treating the donation call like a subscription.
Kathy
Terra Nova Tramp
You and other staff members are creative people, I am confident a solution will be found.
Praefectus Praetorio
R.I.P. Brother of the Quill
I have been struggling with some demanding issues in RL and have not been very present on CF for the last couple of days. I have, however, followed this thread with much interest.
I am a much more junior member than most who have posted on this topic. But it is hard for me to overstate how devasted I would be if CF shut down. Naturally, I would miss the venue to post my repetitious and pedantic scribbling. However, it would be losing the friends I've made here that would be heartbreaking. Divorced and living alone, the daily interplay with friendly, (mostly) intelligent, and caring people who don't judge me for my kinks is crucial to my mental health. (Yes, I know that sounds pitiful that I rely so much on an internet kink sight – but that's my life). I began regular contributions around the first of the year and have steadily increased them to about the max I can afford (retired, on a fragile, fixed income, and most reserves and assets lost in my divorce).
It has become scary to face more and more common cliffhangers on funding. I have been an enthusiastic listener to US public radio for more than forty years, and therefore, I am now an expert in hearing all kinds of non-profit fundraising appeals. While being a relative newcomer here, I would like to make some observations.
Monthly fundraising and appeals are doomed to failure. The near-constant drumbeat will quickly lose its effect. Most non-profits hold semi-annual fundraisers, with a high goal to fund the next six months. Within that, there are two options, giving a significant gift twice a year or pledging (to one's self) to make a regular monthly gift. I believe that we need to go this route. If we can do just one good drive, we can take a break and not be constantly dunning for money.
Such a fundraiser would need to be widespread to be successful. Discussion on this one thread probably only connects with a tiny share of the members. If all those committed to CF would highlight the fundraiser on their own threads and postings and provide the link here for more information, it would capture far more eyes.
Within said fundraising, there are several interesting options. One I recently encountered is "Day Sponsor." For a large gift (say $200), the screen name of the Donor is highlighted on the Forum as the Day Sponsor.
Another technique is to break down the amounts into daily values. If the average active member visits CF 25 or more times a month and stays for at least an hour, a gift of $150 for six months would represent just $1 per hour for the entertainment and enjoyment provided. An excellent value compared to many pay sights.
I am a much more junior member than most who have posted on this topic. But it is hard for me to overstate how devasted I would be if CF shut down. Naturally, I would miss the venue to post my repetitious and pedantic scribbling. However, it would be losing the friends I've made here that would be heartbreaking. Divorced and living alone, the daily interplay with friendly, (mostly) intelligent, and caring people who don't judge me for my kinks is crucial to my mental health. (Yes, I know that sounds pitiful that I rely so much on an internet kink sight – but that's my life). I began regular contributions around the first of the year and have steadily increased them to about the max I can afford (retired, on a fragile, fixed income, and most reserves and assets lost in my divorce).
It has become scary to face more and more common cliffhangers on funding. I have been an enthusiastic listener to US public radio for more than forty years, and therefore, I am now an expert in hearing all kinds of non-profit fundraising appeals. While being a relative newcomer here, I would like to make some observations.
Monthly fundraising and appeals are doomed to failure. The near-constant drumbeat will quickly lose its effect. Most non-profits hold semi-annual fundraisers, with a high goal to fund the next six months. Within that, there are two options, giving a significant gift twice a year or pledging (to one's self) to make a regular monthly gift. I believe that we need to go this route. If we can do just one good drive, we can take a break and not be constantly dunning for money.
Such a fundraiser would need to be widespread to be successful. Discussion on this one thread probably only connects with a tiny share of the members. If all those committed to CF would highlight the fundraiser on their own threads and postings and provide the link here for more information, it would capture far more eyes.
Within said fundraising, there are several interesting options. One I recently encountered is "Day Sponsor." For a large gift (say $200), the screen name of the Donor is highlighted on the Forum as the Day Sponsor.
Another technique is to break down the amounts into daily values. If the average active member visits CF 25 or more times a month and stays for at least an hour, a gift of $150 for six months would represent just $1 per hour for the entertainment and enjoyment provided. An excellent value compared to many pay sights.
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The Fallen Angel
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Some excellent suggestions there. After our tea of ham risotto I am going to put forward a proposal which may help.......especially poor Alice who frankly goes bananas every month wondering whether to pack her bags or not. We do need a more reliable solution even if it does depend on donations.
Let's stop and breathe freely - we have raised the required amount for this month.
Thanks to all.
To both permanent and new donors.
Thank you for participating in this heated discussion.
Unfortunately, I am not currently able to fully fund the costs of the forum.
Therefore, I tend to think that monthly donations from forum users are necessary.
Not necessarily large donations.
Whoever can.
So far, everything is working out for us.
I hope it will be the same in the future.
Thank you.
Thanks to all.
To both permanent and new donors.
Thank you for participating in this heated discussion.
Unfortunately, I am not currently able to fully fund the costs of the forum.
Therefore, I tend to think that monthly donations from forum users are necessary.
Not necessarily large donations.
Whoever can.
So far, everything is working out for us.
I hope it will be the same in the future.
Thank you.
windar
Teller of Tales
Who wants to design the official CF totebag?
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montycrusto
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mmmmm ham risotto...
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montycrusto
Guest
Same here. Especially after getting kicked out of DeviantArt, this place is like the Last Refuge. Even though there's plenty here I don't like, I am getting better at tuning it out and focusing on the good stuff. This site is a Treasure and must not be cast away lightly.
Praefectus Praetorio
R.I.P. Brother of the Quill
I could contribute my 76 cassette collection of complementary VHS recordings of "Masterpiece Theater, the Classic Years" as a premium.
Another idea I didn't mention was a Phonathon with Barbara, Kathy, Eulalia, Messalina, Fat Slave Girl, Jackie, Messalina, and others manning (womaning?) the lines, and offering phone sado/sex for particularly generous contributions! I would switch from my current 50% diet of Purina Dog Chow to 100% for a month to enjoy that!
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montycrusto
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how will they hold phones to their ears if they're nailed to crosses?
And for those with really perverse kinks, a line where you can pay to hear Barb complain to you.I could contribute my 76 cassette collection of complementary VHS recordings of "Masterpiece Theater, the Classic Years" as a premium.
Another idea I didn't mention was a Phonathon with Barbara, Kathy, Eulalia, Messalina, Fat Slave Girl, Jackie, Messalina, and others manning (womaning?) the lines, and offering phone sado/sex for particularly generous contributions! I would switch from my current 50% diet of Purina Dog Chow to 100% for a month to enjoy that!
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montycrusto
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We get that for free already!And for those with really perverse kinks, a line where you can pay to hear Barb complain to you.
Oh well, back to the old drawing board then.We get that for free already!
Praefectus Praetorio
R.I.P. Brother of the Quill
Sorry. I'd forgotten how backward the UK (and especially Yorkshire) is. Incredibly enough, many of us don't use phones on a cord to a wall fixture with a rotary dial! In fact, there is a cool new invention called a headset!how will they hold phones to their ears if they're nailed to crosses?
If you have any friends who were in the RAF in the Sixties, they would know what I mean.