As of now, Swift Waters Collective is totally a labor of love. It was not started with the goal of making a profit – our lofty goal is to break even through guests’ chosen payments for their stays, to sustain us as we lay the foundations for expanding the project and creating a more sustainable financial future. Down the line, we plan to attain 501(c)3 status and apply for grants – but we do not yet have the resources to put our focus on that now, and we are also still exploring the project’s possibilities.

If you are excited by the idea of a pay-what-you-can stay for artists, writers, and others seeking community and respite, and helping us discover what we can offer to our community through shared resources and intentionality, please consider making a donation. Even $10 truly helps – however much you’re able to give will help us host more people with lower funds, have more nourishing food on the table, and acquire resources to keep improving the property.

You can donate by sending money via Zelle to amycmilin@gmail.com, or via Venmo to @amy-milin. You can email swiftwaterscollective@gmail.com to ask questions first or earmark it for a particular purpose. (If you’d like to meet with Amy over video call before donating to get more info about the project, get in touch!). This donation will not be tax-deductible – just out of the kindness of your heart :)