Each member is also given food, shelter, clothing, medical care, education, and a modest monthly stipend.
[1] All major decisions are made by direct democratic processes with managers for various positions being elected annually.
East Wind Community owns 1,045 acres (4.23 km2) of land and several businesses and its members pursue a mix of agricultural, industrial, domestic and social pursuits.
Members learn and teach homesteading skills ranging from cheesemaking and woodworking to canning and auto repair.
Members live in dorm style buildings and there is a central dining hall, laundry and shower house.