Project Readiness
Practical review for early Open Source projects before launch or foundation submission.
- README, roadmap, and license review
- Repository structure feedback
- Accessibility, privacy, and security prompts
- Clear next-step recommendations
Support for public-good Open Source projects
Software for Progress Foundation helps developers turn useful Open Source ideas into maintained projects that serve education, accessibility, security, and digital equity.
Builder Support
Resources and lightweight mentorship for developers building software with public-good impact.
- Downloadable templates and checklists
- Launch and contributor guidance
- Project submission preparation
- Member updates and opportunities
Project Visibility
Showcase support for projects that align with the foundation mission and are ready for broader review.
- Featured project pages
- Help-wanted and roadmap summaries
- Volunteer and contributor signals
- Launch announcement support
Future Funding
Potential funding support for selected Open Source projects when foundation resources become available.
- Mission-fit review
- Readiness and impact assessment
- Clear support request guidance
- Funding is not currently guaranteed
How it works
From idea to supported project
- Join free. Get the builder templates, readiness checklist, and project submission guidance.
- Prepare your project. Clarify the problem, audience, license, roadmap, and support needs.
- Submit for review. Send the foundation a focused application with links and next steps.
- Get matched support. Strong fits may receive feedback, visibility, volunteer help, or other practical guidance.
- Future funding consideration. Selected projects may be considered for funding when resources become available. Funding is not currently guaranteed.
Ready to share a project?
Use the member resources first, then submit the project when the problem, audience, repository, and support request are clear.
Submit a project