Exodus 25-27

The first offering Moses asked of the people of Israel was not for salary or other human neccessities. He asked that the people provide what was needed to build what God had specified. But God left the amount and gift to be contributed in the hands of the people. Whatever God placed on their heart would be the offering that should be presented.  Before the people understood the need God moved them to give. We may face similar promptings to assist others. We need to respond just as those ancient worshipers did.
It took me about 20 minutes to read this passage.
Stuart