OSS.Fund is independently maintained. Sponsorship can support research, data review, hosting, and editorial maintenance, but sponsored content is not mixed into organic recommendations.
Sponsorship Rules
- Listings are not sold.
- Sponsored placements must be clearly labeled.
- Editorial corrections and platform status are based on public sources.
What Sponsorship Includes
- Support for research, data review, hosting, and editorial maintenance
- Clearly labeled sponsorship mentions where appropriate
- A direct channel for sponsorship and partnership questions
What Sponsorship Does Not Include
- Paid ranking in the Finder or Directory
- Guaranteed listing inclusion
- Removal of editorial caveats, status labels, or historical context
How Sponsored Placements Are Labelled
Sponsored placements are labelled as sponsored. They are not mixed into organic recommendations without disclosure.
Review Policy
OSS.Fund follows the editorial standards described on About OSS.Fund. Listing status, fees, verification, and fit notes are based on public sources, not sponsorship.
Response Expectations
Sponsor inquiries are reviewed manually. Include the organization, sponsorship goal, and any relevant campaign dates so the request can be evaluated quickly.
Sponsor Inquiry
Use this for sponsorship, partnership, or research-support discussions.