@darius
I am not sure random users are aware of the idea that someone pays the bills on fedrated services because since the 90s, internet services haven't really cost them beyond 'pay your internet bill'. So I think any instance should have a campaign to educate users once or so a year. (Jimmy Wales not required).
@kevix I agree that admins should be talking to their users about this stuff. It is part of the guide I wrote to how to administer a community server
https://runyourown.social/