I think I started with patreon to support James Nicoll. Even though I support him at a level that would get me some reviews, I also directly commission reviews a few times a year. I support 8 authors who have varying levels of content there.
I rejiggered my contributions a few months ago and added 3 artists and a magazine (where I already have a lifetime subscription). I also give a small amount to a work-related website.
Some of the creators have shifted a bit to a point where I've tentatively like to drop them but I know they need the money. Others seem to be in good shape now (monetarily) but I feel strongly about their work.
I'm sure there are plenty of people who would look at my current savings/ retirement savings/kids college funds and say I should put that money into savings instead. But they're not in fandom and these creators have given me a lot of joy. I have a great, well-paying job so it's not a hardship.
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Date: 2019-09-01 12:15 pm (UTC)I rejiggered my contributions a few months ago and added 3 artists and a magazine (where I already have a lifetime subscription). I also give a small amount to a work-related website.
Some of the creators have shifted a bit to a point where I've tentatively like to drop them but I know they need the money. Others seem to be in good shape now (monetarily) but I feel strongly about their work.
I'm sure there are plenty of people who would look at my current savings/ retirement savings/kids college funds and say I should put that money into savings instead. But they're not in fandom and these creators have given me a lot of joy. I have a great, well-paying job so it's not a hardship.