Perhaps other Benedictines can help out. At Christ in the Desert, there is a "donation" not a fee of specifically $1000.00 to be included in a perpetual Mass, none negotiable.  I don't know if such is necessary to sustain monasteries these days? Or if, the monastic decor and life style exceeds the reach of present times. Perhaps the values of new monasticism are closer to the smell of the sheep. Anthony, seemed quite at peace as a cave dwelling monk. No AC. No gold candle sticks. Not being snarky just trying to reconcile a monastery's expectations for support and where the funds go. Millions for each element? Really?