Initiatives are fundraising campaigns created by open source projects, events, and organisations affiliated with the Linux Foundation. Each initiative has a goal, a description of how funds will be used, and a transparent record of donations received.
Initiative types
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Project | An open source software project seeking ongoing community funding |
| Security Audit | A project seeking funds for a third-party security audit |
| Event | A conference, meetup, or community event |
| General Fund | General-purpose fundraising not tied to a specific project or event |
In this section
- Browsing Initiatives — find and explore active campaigns
- Create an Initiative — start a fundraiser for your project or event
- Manage Your Initiative — update details and track financial reporting
- Initiative Announcements — post updates for your backers
- Sponsorship Tiers — offer fixed giving levels with goals and benefits
For companies and sponsors
Companies looking to sponsor open source projects can donate to any published initiative directly from its page. Contact the Linux Foundation for information on sponsorship packages.
Related sections
- Donations — how to donate and manage your giving
- Backers — how supporters are listed on initiative pages
- Reimbursements — how expense reimbursements work