Zerodha FLOSS Fund

Annual funding of up to US$1 million (approximately ₹8.5 crore) for individuals and organizations developing critical Free and Open Source Software projects globally.

The FLOSS/fund, an initiative launched in 2024 by Zerodha, is dedicated to providing significant financial support to critical, impactful, and valuable Free/Libre and Open Source Software (FLOSS) projects worldwide. Recognizing that much of the foundation of modern technology and the internet relies on the tireless efforts of individuals and communities in open source, Zerodha established this fund to contribute to this global endeavor of passion, innovation, and freedom. The fund aims to empower developers and communities by providing the resources necessary to create, maintain, and advance open source projects, regardless of their size or stage.

This annual funding program makes available up to US$1 million (approximately ₹8.5 crore) to support a wide array of open source initiatives. It is designed to be accessible to both individuals and established organizations, fostering a diverse ecosystem of contributors. The core philosophy behind FLOSS/fund is to give back to the open-source community, acknowledging its vital role in technological progress and democratic access to software. By offering non-dilutive financial support, the initiative seeks to alleviate some of the financial burdens often faced by open-source maintainers and developers, allowing them to focus on technical development and community building.

The program encourages applications from projects that demonstrate clear value, a track record of community engagement, and a vision for future impact. It is a long-term commitment from Zerodha to ensure the sustainability and growth of the open-source landscape, which benefits countless users and businesses globally. Through FLOSS/fund, Zerodha aims to play a "tiny bit" in the "enormous global effort" of maintaining and evolving essential open source infrastructure.