The Nonprofit Open Source Partnership 2026 supports nonprofit organizations with free technical support and open-source transformation. In particular, selected nonprofits can access 800 hours of development through the program.
Application Deadline
- 9 September 2026
Tell Me About The Grant
The Nonprofit Open Source Partnership helps nonprofit organizations transform their software tools into open‑source resources — at no cost. The program provides 800 hours of technical development through a dedicated team of student developers and industry mentors. It’s a collaboration between Bloomberg, Develop for Good, CodeDay, and Fast Forward, designed to empower nonprofits to share their technology with the world.
Which Fields are Eligible
Eligible nonprofit projects include:
- Open‑source conversion of existing tools.
- Documentation and licensing for public release.
- Enhancement of existing open‑source projects used by nonprofits.
Type
- Grant | Technical Support | Open‑Source Development | Nonprofit Sector
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Be registered nonprofit organizations.
- Have an existing tool or project ready to open source, or an open‑source project they wish to contribute to.
- Commit 2–3 hours per week for 16 weeks for check‑ins and collaboration.
How Are Organizations Selected
- Based on project readiness, potential community impact, and alignment with open‑source goals.
- Selected nonprofits will form the founding cohort shaping future program cycles.
Which Countries are Eligible
- Global – open to nonprofits worldwide.
Where Will the Grant Be Taken
- Work is conducted remotely with student developers and mentors.
How Many Organizations
- A small group of nonprofits will be selected for the founding cohort.
What is the Benefit of the Grant
- 800 hours of technical development (team of 8 student developers for 16 weeks).
- Weekly guidance from Bloomberg employee volunteers.
- Open‑source best‑practice support from CodeDay.
- Project management and coaching from Develop for Good.
- Final output: licensed, documented, and publicly accessible software.
- All support provided free of charge.
How Long Will the Grant Last
- 16 weeks (September 2026 – February 2027)
Required Documents
- Online application form (project details, nonprofit information).
- Description of the tool or project to be open‑sourced.
- Commitment confirmation from a point‑of‑contact.
How to Apply
- Review the program details on the official partnership page.
- Prepare your project description and organizational information.
- Submit your application online before 9 September 2026.
- Notifications: 2 October 2026 → Program kickoff: 25 October 2026 → Final delivery: 20 February 2027.
👉 Visit the official grant page for details
