Wow, that's a great opportunity, @tcpolymath! Especially to those artists out there who really spend a lot of time, energy and love to create works of art, pieces of themselves and share them with the world.
To be able to show what you love, what you dream of to other people and even get paid for it... well, let's say it sounded fictional ten years ago. But now... we live in a world full of resources.

I joined five months ago. My friend and colleague from the university recommended the site as a great opportunity for extra income. At that time I was entering a thesis defense procedure, and it seemed to me an interesting initiative. I wasn't sure how will I manage my working hours with my thesis and posting on Steemit, but I really needed a change in my life. A new way of creating and promoting art. And it happened. What makes Steemit amazing are the people. Incredible, inspiring, very supportive and kind. I know you can find any type of character here, but these were the ones I chose to see. You can say they are my meaning, my ikigai. ^.^
I love doing art, participating in different contests (well, winning also), helping with logos, illustrations and stuff, upvoting and resteeming great content. Ordinary things. I'm not very good with commenting, because I still struggle with my English. But love sharing my knowledge and experience in the field of graphic design and design thinking.

What I really want to do here is helping people gain more confidence in their skills. To inspire them to dream and work for their dreams. I know many who have lost that ability immersed in the harsh daily routine of traditional jobs (also called 1st Quadrant by Robert Kiyosaki). Working from 9 to 5, not believing that every human being is unique and everyone sees the world not as it is, but as we perceive it in our mind. And to be an artist (regardless of the field) is truly a gift.
...I was once one of those people.

I was uncertain whether to post this comment. Not because I have nothing to share about myself, but rather would look insignificant to the achievements of other artists. And Steemit has extraordinary ones. I sincerely admire them. I found out about your initiative from the amazing @veryspider, who shared the post in the Steemartists' community. I believe there are many who deserve this support. I'll be happy to provide help, to be useful in any way. Even for a conversation, I'm like the nerd in the group, hehe.

Anyway, if you happen to read all of this, thank you and good luck with your initiative. ^.^