You can't really look to the whales. There are less than 40 of them here. You can do just fine be seeking, following, and interacting with the people that do support the little people here. Don't look at the "unfair" rewards. Instead look at what you can do to improve your own performance.
I have this old post with a billion minnow tips to help us all succeed. There are so many balls to juggle but it can be done.
Monday Minnow Tips for Everyone from @fitinfun