It would certainly be nice to have more Linux and open source projects, but that doesn’t seem to be this projects goal. I suspect that there’s a market for not always online adobe style products, even with piracy I’m sure the money is a lot better than donations. Also could you share what your definition of commercial elitism is?
I don’t and never have, but I’ve always known this about myself. You know yourself best, if you think you’ll be someone that enjoys the changes that come with age then don’t let anyone else’s experiences make you doubt. Enjoy and live your best life, we all experience life differently and that is a good thing.