Open Code for Better Science
Fueling the Future of Open Source Innovation
At NumFOCUS, we believe in a simple truth: Open Code = Better Science. Our End-of-Year Campaign is dedicated to acknowledging the impact of open-source software across biotech/healthcare, finance, geophysics, AI, and more. This year, we’re raising funds to support the open-source projects that power innovation and drive progress.
By contributing to our campaign, you are fueling scientific advancements that create better research tools, build stronger communities, and accelerate the development of new technologies. Help us impact the tools you depend on.
What Your Donation Supports
Your contribution goes directly to our Small Development Grants Program*, which provides micro-grants to our Sponsored and Affiliated Projects. This funding serves immediate needs, allowing projects to:
- Improve usability and functionality
- Grow and strengthen their communities
- Speed up the development of new features and major releases
Your Gift Matters
Every dollar you donate helps support tools that drive scientific, social, and technological progress. Your support enables NumFOCUS to serve the outstanding open-source projects that empower your innovations. Whether you contribute as an individual or as an organization, your investment fuels the future of open-source software.
*All funds, except those directed to a specific project, will go toward our Small Development Grants.
Check out the NumFOCUS blog to see more ways your donation supports open source scientific computing projects:
Blog Post: Join Our End-of-Year #OpenCode4BetterScience Campaign
How to get involved
Donate
Make a one-time gift or become a sustaining donor with a recurring monthly contribution. Your donation, big or small, helps support the future of open science.
20@5K Initiative
We’re inviting 20 organizations to make a $5,000 pledge to support open-source development. As a corporate partner, you’ll not only fuel vital projects but also unlock these benefits:
- Participation in the NumFOCUS 2025 invite-only online Thought Leader AI Roundtable Discussion
- Attendance to quarterly online project leader roundtable discussions
Why Support NumFOCUS?
- Empower Open Source Science: Help maintain and grow the projects driving breakthroughs in science, data, and technology.
- Support Inclusivity: Contribute to a thriving and inclusive community where diverse perspectives drive innovation.
Fuel Progress: Enable open-source projects to evolve faster, empowering everyone from researchers to developers to make a greater impact.
Join Us in Making Open Code Better Science!
Your contribution today directly impacts the future of open-source software, fostering a more connected, innovative, and equitable world. Together, we can ensure that the tools driving tomorrow’s discoveries remain open and accessible to all.
Thank You for Supporting Open Source!
NumFOCUS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.