What is OpenPledge?

OpenPledge is a platform designed to support and connect open-source contributors with pledgers(donors), creating a streamlined way for contributors to receive financial support for their work.

How it Works

  • For Contributors: Developers and maintainers can showcase their open-source projects and gain support from companies and individuals interested in funding open-source initiatives.
  • For Pledgers: Individuals or companies can pledge funds toward specific projects/issues, helping to fuel open-source work they rely on or care about.
  • Transparency: All contributions and pledges are publicly trackable, allowing pledgers to see the impact of their contributions.

Why It’s Valuable

  • Supports Sustainability: Open Pledge helps open-source projects become more financially sustainable, reducing reliance on volunteer work.
  • Empowers Developers: Contributors get recognition and fair compensation, encouraging long-term dedication to open-source.
  • Bridges the Gap Between Tech and Community: Open Pledge aligns the interests of tech companies with the open-source community by making support accessible and transparent.

Current Goals

  • Beta testing current functionalities and gathering feedback.
  • Onboard companies committed to supporting open-source projects.
  • Encourage individual pledgers to support projects that resonate with them.

If you’re interested in open-source or know projects that need sustainable support, Open Pledge might be worth checking out!

https://openpledge.io

  • zigxBenx@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
    71·
    27 days ago

    Yes, that’s a great point! After extensive discussions with both maintainers and companies interested in Open Pledge, we found an optimal solution: the maintainer or project owner connects their project to Open Pledge and flags specific issues as eligible for pledging. This way, contributors know which tasks are open for funding. Once a donation is made, it cannot be canceled, providing stability and commitment to the contributor—unless it has an expiration date, which is clearly displayed upfront for transparency.

    I hope that makes sense :)

    However if you see any other possible issues please let me know!