If you’re a content creator on YouTube, you may be wondering if it’s possible to monetize your channel without having 1000 subscribers. The short answer is no, but there are other ways to make money on YouTube even if you haven’t reached that milestone yet. Why 1000 Subscribers Matter YouTube’s Partner Program requires creators to have at least 1000 subscribers and 4000 watch hours in the past 12 months to be eligible for monetization.