I know what you mean; we'd all love a rich benefactor, but in fairness, if none is forthcoming then he'd do for me with his effective management that has set us on a more sustainable pathway.
The six fingered lot up the road, have gradually built without massive funding from some billionaire frittering cash away.
Its worked for them, and whilst not all teams will achieve as much success, its an honest rise through hard work and solid financial management.