I might peddle for donations once I work up the courage. Until then it's on my mom's credit card lol.
Absolutely no disrespect intended because anyone doing work like this is my comrade, but is this a joke?
I'd be cautious of trusting that things last a long time on here if the above quote is real.
Otherwise, if needed, I'm sure someone on here (unfortunettely not me atm, I don't have the time, but in the future for sure, yes) could help with costs and maintenance.
It's a self-deprecating joke. I'm a professional in his mid 30s who is leaning on his parents financially while between jobs. I've rewritten that section since it didn't inspire confidence (as you pointed out).