Some things you might consider for becoming more self sufficient: -Membership dues -Vending machine with useful supplies -Locker / storage space rental -Govern

Some things you might consider for becoming more self sufficient: -Membership dues -Vending machine with useful supplies -Locker / storage space rental -Government grants for larger purchases A community workshop I used to go to had great success with this. There were two membership types, drop-in and keyholder, with different monthly dues and perks. That was enough to be self sufficient and make routine equipment purchases. When they needed to make a big purchase, like a dust and fume extractor system, they got a grant for between $5000-20000 from the local government.