I am speculating about leaving Patreon because of this change... Cumulatively, I fear it truly challenges my conceptual policy of keeping the arts affordable to those who need them the most.
For now, I am willing to wait and see how things go...but, it does feel like the all-too-common method of using finances to "weed" out those who don't fall into the target category (i.e."creative class" as described at patreon...whatever that means).
The important bit is that 2.9% + $0.35 fee per pledge. What this effectively means is that if you give a dollar, Patreon will charge you approximately $1.37. If you give another creator a dollar, they'll charge you $1.37 for that too, even though the "fees" they have to pay on your pledges are charged as one lump sum by the credit processing companies.
Here's the original Patreon blog post about the change:
and their Q+A for Patrons:
If you'd like to give Patreon your feedback about this, here is a quick and easy link to their form: https://patreon.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new
It is possible I will just end up resorting to this option for all of my patrons.
BY REQUEST: For patrons not participating in Patreon, here is another way to Support the ART and the Creative Wellness Projects at the Studio
Level C $45
This is a ONE Time charge for individuals who would like to Support the Art being Made here. This payment option is intended for those who are not interested in a long term subscription or commitment at this time. This payment is NOT tax-deductible and is NOT linked to the Rewards or Terms of any Patreon Subscriptions.
Your support is greatly appreciated!
This is a ONE Time charge for individuals who would like to Support the Art being Made here. This payment option is intended for those who are not interested in a long term subscription or commitment at this time. This payment is NOT tax-deductible and is NOT linked to the Rewards or Terms of any Patreon Subscriptions.
Your support is greatly appreciated!
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