$200K Internet Freedom Fund for Open-Source Tech & Digital Security Projects
Apply for the Internet Freedom Fund to receive $50K–$200K in funding for open-source circumvention tools, digital security innovations, and content access technologies. Priority for first-time and underrepresented applicants.
Isaac Mintah 
As online censorship and digital surveillance continue to rise globally, access to a free and open internet is more critical than ever. The Internet Freedom Fund provides performance-based contracts to support innovative, open-source projects that promote internet freedom and combat authoritarian controls on information access.
What the Fund Supports
The Internet Freedom Fund, managed by the Open Technology Fund (OTF), backs a wide range of technology development and implementation efforts, including:
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New open-source circumvention technologies
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Security and usability improvements to existing internet freedom tools
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Content redistribution tools to bypass government firewalls
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Next-gen digital rights tools and communication platforms
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Infrastructure security upgrades and usability enhancements
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Applied research, digital security efforts, and strategic convenings
Ideal Applicants
OTF prioritizes support for:
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First-time applicants
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Individuals or organizations that are underrepresented in the digital rights and open tech communities
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Projects targeting underfunded areas of the internet freedom ecosystem
Whether you're a solo developer or an established team, if you’re building a tool that protects online privacy, enables access to information, or improves internet resilience, you're encouraged to apply.
Funding Structure
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Award Range: $50,000–$200,000
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Project Duration: 6 to 12 months
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Funding Type: Performance-based contract, with payouts tied to milestones, deliverables, and timelines
Apply Now: Internet Freedom Fund – Open Technology Fund
