How we Operate & Fund Our Programs
Wild Sky is proud to run as a nonprofit — but like any organization, we have real costs that keep our programs running. We want to be open about where your fees go, how we support our team, and how we work to make programs accessible to all.
Why Funding Matters
One of our highest priorities is ensuring our instructors are treated fairly and paid equitably. Teaching is demanding, deeply compassionate work, and we believe our educators deserve to earn a living wage, maintain work-life balance, and receive paid time for planning and professional growth.
At Wild Sky, our instructors:
Work shorter days to avoid burnout
Receive paid planning time and professional development
Are supported by an administrator, freeing them to focus on learners, not paperwork.
When you pay program fees, here’s where your money goes:
Instructor wages: Our instructors earn between $18 and $30 per hour, reflecting their skill, experience, and dedication.
Operational costs: This includes insurance, equipment, administrative support, program planning, and all the behind-the-scenes work that keeps Wild Sky going.
(If you’d like a detailed financial breakdown, we’re always happy to share — just ask!)
How Your Fees Are Used
Keeping Programs Accessible
We know that for some families, program fees can be a barrier. That’s why we offer bursary opportunities for every program we run. If cost is preventing you from participating, please reach out — we’re committed to finding ways to make it possible.
We’re also working on a funding model that’s both ethical (in where funds come from) and sustainable (so we can keep program fees stable and ensure wages keep pace with the cost of living here in Saskatoon).
Want to Support or Learn More?
If you’d like to:
Contribute to our bursary program,
Support upcoming Wild Sky projects, or
Learn more about our funding model and financials,
we’d love to hear from you. Please contact us at wildskylearning@gmail.com or donate.