If people would stop over charging the public the public would have more money. Just an idea.

Money can be raised that will suffice if the group is large enough, dedicated enough and closely involved enough.

when the folk community is more or less bystanders seeking only entertainment you wont get as much support. If the community is comprised of those who participate closely with the traditions you will have more.

Lesson- to get more people more deeply involved teach more perform less and of course I suggest as well lower costs, provide access, exclude no one. keep performances human-that is smaller and more intimate.

It can be done
At least known barriers can be removed.

Conrad