I caught Mike West doing his act in New Orleans, and he makes quite a thing of having a tip jar.
He has a large cowboy boot in which to place your tips. He points out that his boot is bigger than Sneaky Petes smaller boot, but that they share the procedes and put them to a good cause, namely Sneaky Petes mothers bail money!
He has a very polished act, and this part always gets a good laugh, as does his constant banter throughout.
Do yourselves a favour and see this man if you get the chance.