# Financial Contribution

Liminal Village is part of the **ReGenerativa network**, a non-profit association dedicated to **integral regeneration** (personal, collective, and environmental).

All locations within the ReGenerativa network follow a shared protocol to:

* Fully cover the real costs of each location (maintenance, taxes, utilities, infrastructure, stewardship, )
* Ensure accessibility through fair and transparent contribution systems
* Foster active participation, responsibility, and community engagement

As a non-profit association, all contributions support **institutional activities**. Any surplus is fully reinvested into the project.

All financial flows related to Liminal Village are **fully transparent** and publicly accessible via:\
👉 <https://opencollective.com/liminal>

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### Membership & Access

* Participation in events is reserved for **members of ReGenerativa APS**, which includes insurance coverage as required by Italian law.
* Non-members may be welcomed as **short-term visitors**, contributing through a **donation**, in line with APS regulations.
* Membership ensures alignment with the values, practices, and responsibilities of the network.

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### Contribution Formats (Open Collective)

Participation is structured through contributions on Open Collective:

* **Lunation Tickets**: covering participation and contribution for approximately one lunar cycle (\~1 month)
* **Phase Tickets**: covering shorter stays (typically \~1 week)

These contributions support the overall functioning of the hub and replace fixed daily or accommodation pricing.

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### Participation & Contribution of Time

The ReGenerativa network is based on **active participation and shared responsibility**.

* **Members** contribute at least **2 hours per day**
* **Volunteers** contribute at least **4 hours per day**
* **Sponsors** are not required to contribute time, but are strongly encouraged to participate

Contributions may include:

* Maintenance, cleaning, cooking, gardening, childcare
* Supporting events and facilitation
* Emotional and relational support
* Contributing to or initiating regenerative projects (with steward approval)
* Offering workshops or sharing skills

Participation in social activities, circles, or workshops is generally **not considered a contribution**.

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### Accommodation & Space Use

Accommodation is not assigned through fixed pricing.

Instead:

* Spaces are allocated by the **steward(s)** based on:
  * Needs of the community
  * Duration of stay
  * Level and type of contribution (financial and/or practical)
* This allows for a **flexible and fair distribution of space**, aligned with the values of the network

Participants are expected to treat all spaces with care and leave them in good or better condition.

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### Food Commons

An optional **food commons** system is available.

* Participants contribute financially and/or through involvement
* Includes shared groceries and meals
* Participants collaborate in:
  * Meal preparation
  * Kitchen maintenance
  * Shopping and resource management

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### Volunteers & Sponsors

* **Volunteers** contribute more time and may receive reduced costs contribution , as agreed with the stewards
* **Sponsors** contribute primarily financially and are not required to participate in daily work, though participation is encouraged

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### Flexibility & Governance

This framework is part of a **living and evolving system**.

* Adjustments are made based on the needs of the community and sustainability of the project
* Decisions are discussed through the governance processes of the association (circles, assemblies, etc.)
* Members are encouraged to actively participate in improving the system

For specific needs or exceptions, **micro-agreements** can be made with stewards or the community, ensuring transparency and alignment with the values of ReGenerativa.
