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Originally Posted by graciegirl
I currently go to four different groups at the Laurel Manor Rec center. Have attended groups in rec centers since we first moved here as snowbirds and we now are full time. I can think of only a handful of times I was asked for any money for anything. Maybe for a surprise gift for the volunteer leader or we were having lunch brought in for a special occasion. If a volunteer asks for money it is most unusual.
Groups in rec centers are not supposed to be for profit, unless an outside group rents the room for some occasion that the rec center must approve.
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Many groups, especially arts and crafts groups, charge annual dues or a fee per meeting to cover the cost of supplies. No one makes a profit. More convenient than everyone having to purchase individual supplies.
Also, neighborhood social clubs often pay an entertainer, and may have a caterer bring in food. The club will charge admission sufficient to pay their costs. Again, no profit is made. Any surplus (or deficit) is rolled into the next event.