Operating and maintaining an online community can be very expensive. The cost involving website hosting, domain name registration and subscriptions can be prohibitive. Also you have to worry about email address maintenance, search engine optimization services and website management services, to mention some.

So why set up a website for free? Your website audience surely will appreciate a website whose services can be had gratis et amore. And because you are offering service to other people without any charge, they may consider your dedication and commitment to running the site a great service to them. People are appreciative and your audience may opt to help you out financially by sending a donation.