By "Items" I was referring to outfits & such. Cosmetic items. Not in the "pay to win" sense....it was just a thought. Anyway I am fine with donation either way.
You could have an "Item Shop" or something like that to help with costs. I paid $10 a month for 6 yrs to play this game as Im sure many of us did, I dont think any of us TSO alums would have any hang ups in throwing some simoleons in to help!