Award for Outstanding New Free Software Contributor
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Grant Type
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- Cycle
- Annual
- Tracked since
- April 2026
From the program guidelines: “Nominations are accepted annually for this award.”
Overview
The FSF presents this award annually to a newcomer to the free software movement who has gotten off to a remarkable start through their dedication and contributions to the free software community.
Geographic Scope: International
Focus Areas:
- Contributions by new/early-career free software developers
- Dedication to free software principles
- Significant impact despite being new to the movement
- Community involvement and collaboration
Award Presentation: Winners are recognized at an awards ceremony, typically held during the annual LibrePlanet conference in March.
Note: Detailed eligibility criteria and previous winners information available at fsf.org/awards
How to Apply
Nomination Process
Nominations are accepted annually for this award. Applicants should:
- Contact: Send nominations to award-nominations@gnu.org
- Expected Requirements:
- Submit information about the newcomer's contributions
- Explain their dedication to free software
- Describe their achievements despite being new to the movement
- Provide evidence of their commitment to the free software community
- Timing:
- Nomination deadline typically in October
- Check fsf.org/awards for current year details
What Free Software Foundation Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2024 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
- Grants in 2024
- 1
- Total given
- $7,814
- Median grant
- $7,814
- By dollars: Texas 100%.
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