A Quick Guide to the Sliding Scale* 

The top price is the actual cost of the program. If you choose a price below the top tier you are receiving a discount. If you have access to financial security, own property or have personal savings, you would not traditionally qualify for sliding scale services. If you are able to pay for "wants" and spend little time worrying about securing necessities in your life, you have economic privilege and power in our community. This price is for you. 

The middle price is for those who are able to meet their basic needs but have little-to-no expendable income. Paying for this program may qualify as a sacrifice but it would not create hardship. If you are struggling to conquer debt or build savings or move away from paycheck to paycheck living but have access to steady income and are not spending most of your time thinking about meeting basic needs such as food, shelter, medical care, child care, etc., this price offer is for you. If you, however, can ask others for financial support, such as family members, partners, or friends, please consider using those personal resources before you use the resources of the sliding scale and limit opportunities for others. 

The bottom price is for those who struggle to meet basic needs and paying for this program would still be a significant hardship. If you struggle to maintain access to needs such as health care, housing, food, child care, and are living paycheck to paycheck or are in significant debt, this price offering is for you and you deserve a community that honors your price as equal an economic offering as the person who can pay the highest tier. 

 *verbiage from wortsandcunning.com