Mozilla Foundation Incubator
The Mozilla Foundation Incubator supports open, community-driven tech projects with mentorship, funding, and a global network to help them grow from prototype to sustainable impact.
Funder: Mozilla Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026 (Letter of Intent) | September 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Support for both early-stage and proven projects; funding, mentorship, and connections; award size and duration vary by track.
Summary: Accelerates open, community-centered tech projects from prototype to sustainability with funding, mentorship, and global network support.
Description
The Mozilla Foundation Incubator supports technologists building open, transparent, and community-driven alternatives to mainstream technology. The program is designed to help projects transition from prototype to sustainable impact, focusing on achieving "product-community fit" through expert mentorship, community building, and tailored pathways to additional funding. Two main tracks are available: the Build Track, for projects with early traction seeking to grow and deepen community engagement; and the Sustain Track, for more proven technologies aiming for long-term sustainability. Participants benefit from access to a global network, peer learning opportunities, and increased visibility, with the goal of demonstrating that technology can serve people and communities over profit.
