Internet Freedom Fund, OpenTechnology Fund (OTF)
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The Internet Freedom Fund supports individuals and organizations developing technology and research projects that protect internet freedom, improve digital security, and help people access information despite censorship and surveillance. It supports projects such as open-source anti-censorship tools, privacy technologies, applied research, digital security improvements, and community gatherings that strengthen the internet freedom ecosystem. OTF prioritizes innovative, collaborative projects, particularly those led by people from underrepresented communities or addressing underfunded needs.
Requirements checklist
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Applicants may be individuals or organizations, including for-profit and nonprofit entities.
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Applicants may be of any nationality, subject to applicable US sanctions and restrictions.
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Projects must advance internet freedom, online privacy, digital security, or access to information.
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Proposed work must fit OTF's supported areas: technology development, applied research, digital security, or community convenings.
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Applications should explain the problem being addressed, project objectives, deliverables, timeline, budget, and expected impact.
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Projects should demonstrate practical value, cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and complementarity with existing efforts.
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Funding is delivered through performance-based contracts, not unrestricted lump-sum grants.