If I were you, I would wait it out. You have given out plenty of free work, and you deserve to earn some. August 1st isn't that far away, and hopefully, you will have a few more drafts saved up by then.

I started getting paid back in 2021. I don't remember how I got onto Stripe, but if I was able to, I would say that anyone can. I hate signing up for stuff. 😂