Grants:Programs
Funding programs
Wikimedia Foundation Funds has six funding programs. Select a funding program to learn more and apply.
For Wikimedia community edit
Wikimedia Community Fund
Who?
Individuals, groups, Wikimedia affiliates or organisations from Wikimedia movement
What?
For short-term, low-cost projects with Wikimedia focus (1-12 months)
When?
2 months processing time, 1 round per two months
How much?
500 - 5,000 USD
Wikimedia Community Fund
Who?
Individuals, groups, Wikimedia affiliates or organisations from the Wikimedia movement
What?
For larger projects and programs. For annual or strategic plans that require sustained support.
When?
4 months processing time, 2 rounds in a year
How much?
Starting from 10,000 USD, unrestricted funding
Wikimedia Community Fund
Who?
Groups, individuals, Wikimedia affiliates or organisations that are looking to bring together Wikimedians
What?
Local, regional and thematic conferences focused on sharing, skill-building, and networking
When?
3 months processing time, 2 rounds in a year
How much?
Starting from 10,000 USD
Who?
Individuals, groups or Wikimedia affiliates with experience in the Wikimedia movement
What?
For pushing existing Movement Strategy Initiatives forward
When?
3 months processing time, proposals are reviewed monthly between the 15th and the last day of each month
How much?
Up to 25,000 USD
For researchers edit
Who?
Groups, individuals or organisations with research interests about Wikimedia projects
What?
Research proposals to improve and expand our understanding of the Wikimedia projects
When?
3 months processing time, one round in a year
How much?
2,000 – 50,000 USD
For allied organisations edit
Who?
Non-profit organisations with aligned mission, by invitation only
What?
Proposals that contribute to the strategic direction of the Wikimedia Movement.
When?
4 months of processing time, 1 round in a year
How much?
Depends on the number of invited organizations
The Community Resources team at Wikimedia Foundation supports the Wikimedia Foundation Funds. We offer funding opportunities, guidance, and other resources to the Wikimedia Movement.