Community Grants Program - Project Grants
Funding Amount
$2,500 - $15,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Community Grants Program - Project Grants
Status: Active (as of January 2023)
Overview: Project Grants are a specific subset of financial awards that fund short-term Rust-related projects, carried out by both individuals and organizations.
Award Amount
$2,500 to $15,000 USD per projectPurpose
To support the work of Rust's hardworking maintainers and leaders in the community by providing funding for Rust-related projects.- Rust compiler improvements and maintenance
- Standard library work and safety improvements
- Cargo and build tool enhancements
- Documentation and developer experience improvements
- Educational materials and resources
- Ecosystem tooling and infrastructure
- Community organization and moderation work
- Specialized technical work (SIMD, FFI, performance, etc.)
What Gets Funded
- Individuals and organizations
- Active contributors to the Rust community
- Those who demonstrate experience and potential to enhance the community
Eligibility
- Detailed feedback to all applicants
- Clarified application forms
- Support for applicants with questions about impostor syndrome or eligibility
Application Process
Application rounds are held periodically. The most recent round (October 2022) received over 100 applications. The foundation provides:Geographic Scope
Global- Limited funds available; difficult selection decisions required
- The foundation plans to offer more Project Grants in the future
- Past applicants who were not selected are encouraged to reapply
Notes
Contact
Email: contact@rustfoundation.orgHow to Apply
Application Process
Application Status: Periodic application rounds (specific deadlines vary by round)
Recent Round: October 2022 (second round)
Application Improvements Implemented:
What to Include:
Applications should demonstrate:
Note: For detailed current application requirements and submission process, visit rustfoundation.org/grants/ or contact contact@rustfoundation.org
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