Well I got back into 1/10th after hearing Schumacher were re-entering the scene. But the whole oOple site has been a massive part of it, and lots of helpful and fun people. In fact, it's been a good breath of fresh air from the 8th scene and sites
As for donating, it's a good idea. I don't like the idea of subscriber sections though, as it closes bits off to people, which I don't think is the in the right spirit. Adding functionality to people in a position to donate is always better than restricting those who aren't.