GNOME Foundation
The GNOME Foundation is the non-profit organization behind the GNOME Project. It is a membership-based organization, and every GNOME contributor is entitled to be a member, giving them a voice in how the Foundation is run. The Foundation provides leadership, financial backing, logistical support and legal services to the GNOME community. It also acts as a meeting point for the project's partners.
More information on the GNOME Foundation can be found on its web pages, including: governance, legal and trademarks, membership and contact details.
Parts of the Foundation
Membership - every GNOME contributor is entitled to become a member
Board of Directors - responsible for governing the Foundation, elected annually by the membership
Advisory Board - fee-paying and non-fee-paying partners who regularly meet with the Board of Directors
- Staff - the Foundation employs a small number of people, including an Executive Director, Director of Operations, and contractors
Committees - appointed by the board to do Foundation work (see /Committees for more details about their powers and responsibilities). These include Sponsorship, Membership and elections, Travel and Engagement
Support for community members
In addition to managing key aspects of the GNOME project, the GNOME Foundation also provides support to community members. For example, there is financial and logistical help available. This includes:
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Reimbursement for travel and accommodation, particularly to conferences and hackfests |
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Supplies for small events, such as release parties, workshops and hacking sessions. Can include drinks, snacks, speaker travel, equipment hire |
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Help finding venues for events |
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Help finding sponsors for events |
If financial assistance is needed for something that isn't covered in this list, please don't hesitate to contact the Executive Director or Board of Directors.
Resources
GNOME Foundation Bylaws - the Foundation's constitution, which legally defines how it is governed
GNOME Foundation Charter - the original definition of the Foundation, which states its goals and purpose
More resources can be found on the Board of Directors resources page.