I recently stepped down as moderator, and yes it was volunteer, but there were some benefits. I still have my blu foam sneakers and a nice box of snack foods for Christmas was also a nice touch. Those are the physical benefits but volunteering for for Core77 and IDSA have been more than compensated with non-tangible benefits. The worldwide connections I have made will be there my entire life. I gained valuable management experience (try convincing non paid people to do amazing things). Don’t want to make it sound like I am done with it. I am just taking a breather and allow the next generation to have a chance.