I disagree with saying "instantly made rich" (with respect to Patreon). The reality is closer to what you stated in the last sentence of your comment.
This is actually why I like Patreon... the model seems to align more with sustainability.
This is actually why I like Patreon... the model seems to align more with sustainability.
Youtube makes artists depend on Youtube's subscription and/or advertisement viability, which are largely outside of the control of both artists and consumers. Consumers cannot control where their money ultimately ends up, artists have little planning security.
This is important. Typically one would have income from: youtube ads, twitch payout, sponsored content and patreon as a bare minimum. Usually you can add sponsored stuff on instagram/fb/wherever, possibly selling merch. Not to mention the stuff you get without being explicitly asked to endorse it.