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Free and Open-Source Software Advocacy & Development

Develops, maintains, and promotes free and open-source software while advancing legal, educational, and technical initiatives to protect digital rights, privacy, and user autonomy.

what makes this distinct This program type uniquely combines hands-on software development with legal enforcement, policy advocacy, and public education to defend software freedom and user rights, distinguishing it from general technology development or digital rights activism without a copyleft or open-source focus.

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coverage NY 21 · CA 1
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1SOFTWARE FREEDOM CONSERVANCY INC
Software Freedom Conservancy Inc (SFC) promotes, improves, and defends Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) by providing infrastructure and fiscal sponsorship …
NY$3.2M7
2SOFTWARE FREEDOM LAW CENTER INC
Software Freedom Law Center provides legal representation and resources to support the free and open source software (FOSS) community. It focuses on defending …
NY$478K6
3CALYX INSTITUTE
The Calyx Institute is a Brooklyn-based nonprofit founded in 2010 to defend digital privacy and advance connectivity through the development and distribution o…
NY$7.2M4
4FREEDOM OF THE PRESS FOUNDATION
Protects press freedom in the 21st century through advocacy and digital security initiatives. Operates the U.S. Press Freedom Tracker, a comprehensive database…
NY$5.2M4
5FREEDOMBOX FOUNDATION
Nonprofit organization supporting the development and adoption of FreedomBox, a free and open-source software platform designed to enable personal data soverei…
NY$32K3
6PROCESSING FOUNDATION
The Processing Foundation promotes software literacy in the visual arts and visual literacy in technology, with a focus on accessibility for underrepresented c…
NY$649K2
7ACCESS NOW
Access Now defends and extends digital rights for people and communities at risk worldwide. The organization conducts research, advocacy, and direct technical …
CA$16.2M1
8BITCOIN LEGAL DEFENSE FUND
The Bitcoin Legal Defense Fund supports Bitcoin developers and protects the Bitcoin ecosystem from abusive litigation. Founded in 2021, it provides legal defen…
NY$2.7M1
9CURRAWONG MUSIC INC
CURRAWONG MUSIC INC is a New York-based nonprofit dedicated to the development and dissemination of open source music. The organization supports composers, per…
NY$93K1
10CYBER COLLECTIVE INCORPORATED
CYBER COLLECTIVE INCORPORATED is a nonprofit focused on improving digital safety, security, and privacy for everyday users. The organization develops and deliv…
NY$33K1
11DIGITAL PEACE NOW SOCIETY
DIGITAL PEACE NOW SOCIETY is a New York-based organization engaged in education and research activities. The available IRS Form 990 data does not specify parti…
NY1
12IDENTITY2020 SYSTEMS INC
Nonprofit organization focused on ensuring digital identity systems are responsibly implemented and widely accessible. Works through advocacy, technical market…
NY$556K1
13Linux Expo of Southern California Inc
Linux Expo of Southern California Inc operates the SCALE (Southern California Linux Expo) conference, a community-driven event focused on open source software,…
NY$544K1
14MASTODON INC
Technology nonprofit focused on developing privacy-preserving tools to protect free expression and enable secure global communication. Based in New York, the o…
NY$1.6M1
15PARTICIPATORY POLITICS FOUNDATION
Nonprofit organization creating free web tools to increase citizen engagement and legislative transparency. Develops open-source platforms that enable the publ…
NY$450K1
16SOFTWARE IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST INC
Software in the Public Interest (SPI) is a nonprofit organization founded to support the development and distribution of open hardware and software. It provide…
NY$685K1
17THE COMPUTING CENTER OF EXCELLENCE INC
The Computing Center of Excellence Inc is a New York-based nonprofit focused on advancing the development and deployment of trustworthy software-based systems.…
NY$28K1
18THE NETBSD FOUNDATION INC
The NetBSD Foundation Inc is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the free exchange of computer software and technology-related information. It focu…
NY$51K1
19THE YES LAB INC
The Yes Lab is a nonprofit that uses satire, media interventions, and identity correction to expose corporate and governmental misconduct. They partner with ac…
NY$230K1
20TRANSFORM FINANCE INC
Research and education nonprofit working to align capital with social justice values by supporting community leaders and impact investors. Focuses on democrati…
NY$550K1