AFFS Grants

AFFS has a programme of grants to authors of Free Software and those taking part in related projects. These grants can be for varied amounts - we would expect most grants to be hundreds of pounds, but they could be less or more than that.

We prefer projects that have a UK focus or would benefit UK Free Software users/developers. We also prefer projects that have the capacity to attract further funding; especially where matched funding might be available.

Application is simple; just write a short overview of who you are/who your group is, what the project is, and why you need funding. Funding can be made available for a range of different purposes: perhaps you need to buy a technical specification, or a piece of hardware. Whatever it is, we will consider it - you just need to show us how funding your project will improve the Free Software world.

Please ensure your application covers at least:

• Your contact details: you are our point of contact for this application, so make sure you include up-to-date details. A minimum we would expect is your name, your role in the project, and an e-mail address or phone number;
• Description of the project in general: does the project already exist? What is it's purpose? What have you produced so far? Useful links - for example, to a website - for background reading would be appreciated;
• How much are you applying for?;
• What would the outcome be? (i.e., what would you spend the money on?);
• Please describe to us how important this outcome would be to you or your users, and what probability of success you expect;

Any other information you feel is relevant to your application can also be included; but please don't send us large files without asking first!

Send your application either in an e-mail or as an attached document (we strongly prefer formats usable with Free Software; e.g., text, OpenOffice.org, etc.) to frontdesk.

Good luck!

Grants Awarded