Like many 501(c)(3) there are budget limitations and a need for a sustainability piece (project) or two to keep funding levels in high margins. However, there may be a right to claim the difference between what one would be paid in the private sector and what one is paid in a 501(c)(3) on taxes and have the difference treated as a donation for which there might be a right of offset against taxes and/or a tax rebate check (refund).