Support the Django Software Foundation

Development of Django is supported by an independent foundation established as a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Like most open-source foundations, the goal of the Django Foundation is to promote, support, and advance the Django web framework.

How do I donate?

We accept donations via card on our fundraising page.

You can also mail a check made out to the Django Software Foundation to:

Please put "attn Catherine Holmes" in the notes section.

We can also accept other payment options, please contact us for details.

Are there other ways to give?

Yes, here are a few:

Buy official Django merchandise

Visit the Official merchandise store to buy Django branded t-shirts, accessories, and more.

Sponsor via GitHub Sponsors

Django is part of GitHub Sponsors. Visit the Django GitHub Sponsors page to sponsor the DSF via there.

Benevity Workplace Giving Program

The DSF is pleased to be a participant in the Benevity Workplace Giving Program. When your employer becomes a member of the Benevity community, you are able to make donations to the DSF via payroll deduction. Many employers offer a matching contribution as well, increasing the amount that the DSF receives from your donation.

Benevity is available to employers in any country, and works with your company’s payroll department for ease of use from set up to payments.

Check with your employer to see if they participate in Benevity, or visit the Benevity site at www.benevity.com to find out more if your employer is not yet part of the Benevity program.

How will my donation be used?

The main focus of the Django Software Foundation is direct support of Django's developers. This means:

• Organizing and funding development sprints so that Django's developers can meet face-to-face: we're far more productive that way.
• Helping key developers attend these sprints and other community events by covering travel expenses to official Django meetups and sprints.
• Providing financial assistance to community development and outreach projects such as DjangoGirls.
• Providing financial assistance to individuals so they can attend major conferences and events.
• Funding the Django Fellowship program, which provides full-time staff to perform community management tasks in the Django community.

Do you accept donations from companies/corporations?

Yes. We also have a corporate sponsorship program. Get in touch if you'd like to know more.

Can I choose a specific feature or project to support?

No: we don't allow donors to directly sponsor specific features.

However, we may be able to connect you to a Django developer who you can hire to work on a specific feature. Please get in touch if this sounds like something you'd like to pursue.

Is my donation tax deductible?

The Django Software Foundation is a Kansas non-profit corporation; we have tax-exempt status under IRC 501(c)(3). This means that donations are tax-deductible for US citizens; donors outside of the United States should consult a tax advisor.

How can I donate if Stripe won't process my payment?

Please get in touch with us, and we'll figure something out that works for you.

Do you accept donations by Bitcoin?

No.