Have you ever wondered how open source projects stay afloat in a sea of free software? 🌊 Well, a group of big-name programmers and a VC have joined forces to tackle this very issue! They’ve launched the Open Source Endowment, aiming to create a sustainable funding model for open source initiatives. It’s super exciting to see such innovation in the community that’s brought us so many tools we use daily! I remember the joy of contributing to my first open source project and the challenges it faced in funding. This could be a game-changer! What do you think about this approach? Could it be the long-term solution we’ve been hoping for? Check out the full article here: https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/26/a-vc-and-some-big-name-programmers-are-trying-to-solve-open-sources-funding-problem-permanently/ #OpenSource #Funding #TechInnovation #Sustainability #CommunitySupport