Open Technology Fund: Internet Freedom Fund

Open all year Open Technology Fund United States

Grant

USD 10,000 to USD 900,000 for up to 24 months

Apply on the official site

What it funds: Funding for open-source internet freedom, privacy and digital security projects
Who can apply: Internet freedom project: circumvention, digital security, privacy or research
Open source; paid in USD against deliverables
Individuals and organisations anywhere can apply
When you can apply: Open all year
How to apply: Submit a concept note on OTF's portal; shortlisted applicants send a full proposal
Best for: Prototype, Early revenue, Growth stage
Sectors: Cybersecurity Developer Tools
Run by: International programmes

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FLOSS/fundUp to USD 100,000 a year per project (from USD 10,000) Open all year
FOSS United Grants₹1 lakh to ₹8 lakh for projects (past grants) Open all year

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