[Qgis-user] Funding sources for QGIS development (local groups)

[Karl Magnus Jönsson]

Hi all!
For us in Sweden membership fees are the main income. It is easy and not so much work for both members and board. We have tried some crowdfunding as well, but it is a lot more work and difficult for many public organizations (which are our main target) to participate due to stiff budgets and procurement rules. We had some sponsors for the international conference this year but otherwise we do not have sponsors in that way. One thing that probably should work well is to create a small surplus on our national meeting and events. But we have so far decided to try to break even on these events.

Best regards

Karl-Magnus Jönsson

Från: QGIS-User <qgis-user-bounces at lists.osgeo.org> För Michał Żugajewicz via QGIS-User
Skickat: den 3 september 2025 07:07
Till: qgis-user at lists.osgeo.org
Ämne: [Qgis-user] Funding sources for QGIS development (local groups)


Dear Colleagues!

I am reaching out with an interest in learning more about how local QGIS user groups manage to secure funding and support for the development of the software and related tools, such as plugins and custom applications.

Could you please share some insights into the typical sources of funding that your group or related initiatives rely on? For example:

  *   Do you receive support from public institutions such as municipalities, government agencies, or universities?
  *   Are there private companies, consultancies, or NGOs that contribute financially to your activities or sponsor specific development projects?
  *   Do you make use of grants, donations, or membership fees to sustain your work?
  *   Have you engaged in partnerships with organizations that benefit from QGIS to co-finance the development of plugins or other tools?

I am particularly interested in understanding what models have proven effective and sustainable for your group, and whether there are strategies or best practices you would recommend for establishing these collaborations.

Thank you very much for your time and for any details you can share. Your experience could be very helpful in shaping similar initiatives elsewhere 💚



Bests,
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