This is a story about a person who has performed a valuable service for his community and has found at least a small way to monetize it.

Bird and Hike is an excellent website that give away lots of good information about outdoor activities in the area around Las Vegas.  What I want to show you is the way he is monetizing it.  Look at the lower right hand corner of the screen shot above.

It is a “Tips Jar” link that takes you to Pay Pal.  Where you can thank your virtual guide.

Good idea and usable in lots of different services.  What about adding a suggested amount?