We’ve added a small $5 application fee as a simple way to honor the time, care, and labor that goes into thoughtfully reviewing each submission. As a grassroots, community-supported gathering, this helps us cover administrative costs and ensures that applications are submitted with genuine intention. The fee also allows our team to stay focused on creating a fair, attentive, and respectful selection process for everyone who feels called to participate. If this cost is a barrier, we trust you to reach out so we can find a way forward together.