It sounds very much like how the early church worked. When the Christianity was illegal they had to support each other both emotionally and spiritually but also helped each other financially so they could collectively sponsor those spreading the gospel. Sad we have let that become twisted into buy me a jet so I can preach in my 1000 suit but the basis was actually very clever. Pairing tradesmen with those who can maximize their trade for a greater purpose. Mentorship to strengthen their breathen and using increased profits toward the collective mission. I can’t remember the book on the early church that discussed this but when I do I will cite it. It was from the 50s and the internet is giving me nada.