The monthly membership fee is fully tax-deductible and all-inclusive accommodation is provided as a membership benefit. Members receive room credits that are used to secure a private room at a communally operated property of their choice.

Here’s how it works:

• Each room is assigned a credit value based on privacy and amenities
• Assessed value is based on single occupancy
• Double occupancy room value increases by 1 credit

• Members exchange their credits for accommodations  

• Room credits are transferable within the network

We encourage members to explore our different properties as part of their membership.

The Room Credit system ensures fairness, flexibility, and accessibility while keeping the process simple for our members.

Membership Add-Ons provide members with the ability to customize their experience and tailor their participation to best fit their needs.

For additional privacy, convenience, or engagement, our add-ons offer a range of options to enhance the communal living experience.

These upgrades allow for greater flexibility while ensuring that every member can find a balance that suits their lifestyle within the structured household environment.

Dependent Add-On

For members with minor dependents, the Dependent Add-On provides an affordable and structured way to integrate children into the Finding Camelot community.

At $250 per month, this add-on covers one or two dependents

(Under the age of 18)

 Ensuring that they receive communal accommodations, guidance, and care within the household structure. 

 1. Communal Accommodations  

Members of Finding Camelot have private rooms, as befits a contributing member of the household; dependants are lodged together because

privacy is a valuable commodity in a communal setting.

The specifics of the dependant accommodations in Household Complexes vary based on the property's structure, taking one of the following forms:

• Two rooms by gender, regardless of age.
• Three rooms divided by age groups only.
• Four rooms: three divided by age, with the third also split by gender.

This structure ensures that dependents receive the privacy they need to grow up—but not enough to be a grown-up in.

2. Childcare Rotation Commitment 

In addition to the financial contribution, each Dependent Add-On increases the membership holder’s childcare rotation responsibilities:

• One add-on = Two days per rotation 
• Two add-ons = Three days per rotation 

This ensures that caregiving remains a shared responsibility, with a fair and balanced distribution of the workload.

3. Benefits & Opportunities

The Dependent Add-On covers up to two minor dependents, which has two major benefits:

• A second child does not create an additional financial burden, allowing families to focus on bonding, overall health, and emotional support well through the crucial fourth trimester.
• Encourages fostering and  adopting, with little additional cost to the sponsoring membership holder.

The formative years—birth to 5 or 6 years old—are critical in developing resilience, empathy, and compassion. 

The Dependent Add-On ensures that the children receive care, stability, and a foundation for future success by giving them the social skills and community-oriented mindset that will serve them well throughout life.

The MealPlan Add-on offers full portions of home-cooked meals at an affordable rate for our Household Membership Holders. This plan provides 25 meals at a base price of $100, with the opportunity to reduce costs further through volunteer work.

Pricing Structure:

• Base Rate: $100 for 25 meals ($4.00 per meal)

• 4 Hours of Volunteer Work → $70 for 25 meals ($2.80 per meal)
• 8 Hours of Volunteer Work → $40 for 25 meals ($1.60 per meal)

Members receive a POS Card that can be reloaded as needed, making it easy to access affordable, high-quality meals. 

Volunteer hours must be completed before discounts are applied. This ensures that meal costs remain low while encouraging active participation in the Meal Prep and Kitchen Garden.

Room Credit Add-On

For members who wish to upgrade their living space, the Room Credit Add-On provides additional flexibility within the Finding Camelot Network.

Key Features:

• $250 for an additional credit

Provides enhanced luxury without a second occupant

By offering greater comfort and flexibility, the Room Credit Add-On empowers members to upgrade their accommodations while maintaining the integrity of the final structure at Finding Camelot properties.

The Assistant Homemaker is responsible for the household’s external and social engagements.

AH Responsibilities:

• Managing the household social media presence
• All event planning
• Coordinating volunteer efforts for the seasonal kitchen gardens
• Overseeing quality control for dependent chores
• Provide appropriate guidance for the development of time management skills

While immediate support for dependents falls to the designated childcare member of the day, the AH ensures oversight of dependent chore management.

Each leadership position has an 18-month term, with staggered elections occurring every six months after the first 6 months to maintain leadership continuity.

Election Process:

Pioneering Households: Upon occupation, the first leadership team is assigned by the Nonprofit Proper (NPP) based on their responses to a leadership questionnaire.

• After 6 months, the AH position will be up for evaluation and reelection.
• After 12 months, the EE position will be up for evaluation and reelection.
• After 18 months, the EH position will be up for evaluation and reelection.
• Following this, each position will continue its 18-month term, with elections occurring every 6 months for a single role at a time.

For new households, the board of the Non-Profit Proper (NPP) votes the first leadership team based on a Leadership Questionnaire.

This assigned team serves for the first 6 months before beginning the standard staggered election cycle.

Additional Household Elections: If a household creates additional leadership roles, elections for these positions will occur in the middle of the primary election periods.

Each household sends one to three representatives from its leadership team to serve on the Board of Directors (Board) of the nonprofit. The Board is made up of all the household leadership teams must include at least one representative per household, per quarterly meeting to ensuring equal representation.

Board Participation Process & Terms

• Every household leadership member represents their property as a Board member.

• This ensures that the nonprofit remains member-driven, bridging the gap between daily operations and organizational governance

• Board members serve until they are no longer elected household leaders.
• Board members are required to attend one quarterly meeting per year.
• Every network property must be represented by at least one member of the household leadership at every quarterly meeting. 
• Board Leadership is chosen from the Board, by the Board.
• The first household leadership team automatically holds the leadership positions on the nonprofit Board.

Board Leadership Elections & Succession:

• Board Leadership Elections: Board of Diectors Leadership positions are held until they are challenged at any quarterly board meeting by calling for a vote.

• Board Leadership Candidacy: Any Board member can be considered a candidate by participating in the candidate debate.
• Debate & Election: Once a vote is called, a candidate debate takes place at the next quarterly meeting, followed immediately by the election.
  

• Transition Period: If a household does not reelect a member to leadership, that individual must attend the next quarterly board meeting with their successor to ensure a smooth transition.
  

• Emergency Replacement: If a board leadership member is unable to fulfill their role, an emergency meeting is held within one week to elect a temporary replacement who will serve until the next scheduled election.

Network-Wide Decision-Making

Annual General Membership Meeting: Open to everyone who has any kind of Finding Camelot membership.

Member Suggestions: All network members can submit requests for board consideration.

Voting on Proposals: Only household members have voting rights on network-wide policies.

The logistics of CareShare are carefully designed to align with Finding Camelot’s lifestyle, by leveraing the communal nature of our households to create a unique and affordable caregiving system.

By tailoring the program to fit this lifestyle, Finding Camelot provides members with practical and affordable childcare solutions. It also strengthens the bonds of trust, cooperation, and mutual support that are central to the organization’s mission.

1. Flexible Scheduling for Shared Responsibilities

Each household develops a custom schedule for members to take turns providing childcare for the children of the household.

• Schedules are set during weekly household meetings, allowing families to coordinate based on individual availability and needs.

• Members can trade or adjust caregiving shifts if unexpected circumstances arise, ensuring the program adapts to real-life dynamics.

2. Age-Appropriate Care Groups

To accommodate the diverse needs of children within the community, CareShare organizes children into age-appropriate groups, ensuring a balance of safety, education, and social interaction.

Infants and Toddlers: Focus on nurturing, safety, and developmental play

School-Age Children: Activities emphasize learning, creativity, and structured independence

Teenagers: Opportunities to mentor younger children or participate in leadership roles within the program

This tiered system allows caregivers to tailor their approach, making it manageable and effective within a communal setting.

3. Resource Sharing

CareShare capitalizes on Finding Camelot’s shared resources to reduce the costs and logistical demands of traditional childcare.

• Shared Spaces: Communal living spaces (like living rooms, backyards, or playrooms) are designated as childcare hubs

• Pooled Supplies: All members contribute their time, energy, and other resources, reducing the need for individual expenditures

Finding Camelot equips members with the tools and confidence needed to participate effectively in CareShare. Community Member voluntees receive instruction on age-appropriate care, safety protocols, and conflict resolution.

Additional support is provided for caregivers with less experience or those caring for children with special needs.

• Caregivers are encouraged to share best practices and build a supportive network.

• Status updates during household meetings ensure caregivers have the resources and assistance they need to succeed.

5.  Conflict Resolution

In a communal setting, disagreements will arise. CareShare integrates active communication and collaborative problem-solving into its structure to address conflicts effectively.

• Household leadership will step in to facilitate resolution if disputes arise over schedules, caregiving styles, or responsibilities.
• Household agreements established during meetings create clarity around expectations, minimizing misunderstandings.

CareShare’s structure includes contingencies for emergencies or unexpected needs.

• A list of backup caregivers ensures that someone is always available if a scheduled caregiver cannot fulfill their shift.

• Households establish clear guidelines for handling emergencies, from medical issues to urgent scheduling conflicts.

7.  Scaling Across Properties

Finding Camelot ensures CareShare is scalable and adaptable for its diverse households and properties.

• Each property tailors CareShare to its unique demographics and resources, ensuring flexibility and inclusivity.

• Opportunities for cross-property collaboration, such as shared events or special programs, create a sense of unity across the broader Finding Camelot network.

Why CareShare Works for Everyone

Providing consistent care from multiple adults creates a sense of acceptance and resilience that is essential for healthy emotional development. Parents also benefit from relief and support, reducing the stress and pressures that often perpetuate cycles of generational trauma.

Children:

• Gain exposure to a wider range of role models and experiences within a secure, familiar environment
• Develop social skills by interacting with peers and other adults

Parents:

• Alleviate the stress and financial burden of childcare
• Gain a sense of community and trust, reducing the feelings of isolation often experienced by caregivers

For the Broader Community:

• A culture of shared accountability and mutual care
• Resilient, emotionally mature adults within a single generation 

By sharing the responsibility of raising the next generation, CareShare helps members ensure that every child and family has the support they need to thrive.

CareShare is more than a childcare program—it is a community-driven solution that reinforces Finding Camelot’s commitment to empowering families, fostering emotional intelligence, and strengthening communities.

MealShare offers 30 meals at a base price of $125, providing members with access to high-quality, home-cooked meals at an affordable rate. This plan is designed to be flexible, with the opportunity to reduce costs through volunteer work in the Meal Prep Program or Kitchen Garden Program.

Pricing Structure:

• Base Rate: $125 for 30 meals ($4.17 per meal)

• 4 Hours of Volunteer Work → $95 for 30 meals ($3.17 per meal)

• 8 Hours of Volunteer Work → $65 for 30 meals ($2.17 per meal)

The MealShare program is designed to make nutritious meals accessible to anyone who needs them.

By fostering community involvement we can ensure that everyone benefits from our sustainable, community-driven system.

MealShare Volunteering Framework 

Finding Camelot community members can reduce their monthly costs by participating in MealShare volunteer options: kitchen meal prep or seasonal garden work. To qualify for a MealShare participation discount, volunteer hours must be logged prior to purchase.

Kitchen Volunteering Guidelines

• All kitchen shifts must be signed up for at least 24 hours in advance
• Each communal meal has two volunteer shifts. Prep shift is the 2 hours before the meal and Cleanup shift is the 2 hours following the meal

• The assigned member is the kitchen lead

• Failure to show up, inappropriate behavior or repeated noncompliance may result in loss of kitchen privileges

Garden Volunteering Guidelines

Garden hours are overseen by the Assistant Homemaker. They are responsible for assigning tasks, ensuring fairness, and tracking completion.

Gardening tasks include:

• Tilling 
• Planting 
• Watering
• Weeding
• Harvesting

Garden volunteering is available without shift restrictions, as long as tasks are completed safely and effectively.

A time management system (e.g. time clock or digital check-in) will be used to log hours for applying discounts.