And are there any suggestions besides donations? i would like to atleast offer someone something for their money and do plan on informing them exactly what it is for (not out for strict profit to buy a new tv or anything). I plan on following any legalites and procedures that need to take place with no shortcuts, i just wanna make sure I do this right.thank you for any input..--Answer1:I suggest you to try project payday, simply because you dont need any money up front and you can start making money within 15 minutes. I average around 3,500 dollars every month with it. Check it out at http://lin.cr/bne.--Answer2:It depends on whether you are soliciting donations or selling shares in the enterprise."Shares" or "Limited Partnership" may offer tax advantages to your patrons, (business losses), where Donations dont, as youre not a recognized charity, but there are some legalities to deal with, both Federal and State.You need a local lawyer to advise you, if you offer you if you offer any form of part ownership or profit sharing.What you are selling must be clearly spelled out, and the percentages had better add up to 100.Most Indies are small potatoes as far as the Tax Man is concerned, but if you cant show a good faith effort to follow the rules, there might be trouble.