From 9259251377fd8d6d28b1417ffc8bdbd78acb2213 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: squidfunk Date: Thu, 24 Aug 2023 18:39:12 +0200 Subject: [PATCH] Documentation --- docs/faq/sponsoring.md | 35 +++++++++++++++++++++++------------ 1 file changed, 23 insertions(+), 12 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/faq/sponsoring.md b/docs/faq/sponsoring.md index d1ef21123..81fb0643e 100644 --- a/docs/faq/sponsoring.md +++ b/docs/faq/sponsoring.md @@ -79,15 +79,28 @@ Note that [$15] is the minimum amount to be granted access to Insiders. [$15]: https://github.com/sponsors/squidfunk/sponsorships?tier_id=210638 -[__How is my sponsorship contribution used to support the project?__](#sponsorship-support){ #sponsorship-support } +[__How are sponsorship contributions used?__](#sponsorship-support){ #sponsorship-support } -Your sponsorship contribution directly supports the development and -maintenance of the project, by buying us maintainers time. It allows us to -dedicate more time and resources to enhance the project's features and -functionality. The additional funding helps us prioritize improvements and -updates, benefiting Insiders users and the wider community. We also actively -contribute to other upstream projects, fostering collaboration and giving -back to the Open Source ecosystem. +It's vital to recognize that the total sponsorship amount doesn't directly +translate into the funds we have available for use. The way we allocate +sponsorship amounts is detailed as follows: + +1. __Taxes__: Since we provide a service to our sponsors, we're of course + legally obligated to pay sales tax. This requirement applies to all + sponsorship contributions, aligning us with standard business practices + as for the rest of the world. + +2. __Sponsorships__: A significant portion of our funding is redirected to + upstream projects. This cultivates collaboration and supports the broader + Open Source ecosystem. Those projects and their maintainers are essential + for the ongoing development of Material for MkDocs. + + [Explore our sponsorships](https://github.com/squidfunk?tab=sponsoring). + +3. __Funds__: We are in the process of forming a team devoted to Material for + MkDocs and are proactively compensating critical contributors. These + funds cover various aspects of the project, like the creation of new + features, bug resolution, support, and sponsor relations. [__Are there any limitations on the number of sponsors for a particular tier?__](#sponsorship-limitations){ #sponsorship-limitations } @@ -371,8 +384,8 @@ appearance of your site should be optional. Most Insiders features enhance the overall experience, e.g., by adding icons to pages or providing a feedback widget. While these features add value for your site's users, they should be optional for previewing when making changes to content. Currently, the only -content-related features in Insiders that non-Insiders users can't properly -preview are [Annotations] and [Card grids]. +content-related feature in Insiders that non-Insiders users can't properly +preview are [Card grids]. This means that outside collaborators can build the documentation locally with Material for MkDocs, and when they push their changes, your CI pipeline will @@ -384,10 +397,8 @@ See the [getting started guide] for more information. [configuration inheritance]: https://www.mkdocs.org/user-guide/configuration/#configuration-inheritance [getting started guide]: ../insiders/getting-started.md#caveats - [Annotations]: ../reference/annotations.md?h=anno#annotations [Card grids]: ../reference/grids.md?h=grids#using-card-grids - ## Support [__How can I contact support if I have questions about becoming a sponsor?__ ](#support-contact){ #support-contact }