Interesting point, AmandaLynne Music. I'm also intrigued by this. Aa an ex MFAB organiser my experience was that many members of the organising committee, myself included, far from making any personal gain, were permanently out of pocket. To the extent that we were once told off by the auditors for not even claiming expenses - something we did to 'help' the festival run.
At the same time we were always accused by many of 'coining it in', which is bound to raise a hollow laugh from anyone who's ever organised such a festival.
So yes, I'd love to know from Mr/Mrs Micawber just who he/she has in mind.
And I'm glad the Boat Band will be there as always, but please spare a thought for those organising the actual festival and putting all that work.
Enjoyable as they may be, a few sessions in pubs do not a festival make.