Conference and Event Fund
Conference and Event Fund supports Wikimedia-linked organizers with regional and thematic events that build skills, share knowledge, and strengthen collaboration across the Wikimedia movement.
Funder: Wikimedia Foundation
Due Dates: August 31, 2026 (Round 1) | February 1, 2027 (Round 2)
Funding Amounts: Starting from USD 10,000
Summary: Supports regional and thematic Wikimedia events that build skills, share knowledge, and strengthen collaboration across the movement.
Key Information: Events must take place more than six months after the completion of the funding round.
Description
The Wikimedia Foundation’s Conference and Event Fund supports Wikimedia-linked groups, individuals, affiliates, and organizations bringing Wikimedians together for regional and thematic conferences. It funds events focused on knowledge exchange, skill-building, networking, and sustained collaboration. Priorities include recurring events with demonstrated community demand, partnerships with affiliates and open knowledge organizations, and outreach that expands global reach and addresses emerging trends.
The fund emphasizes community involvement in event design, representation of underrepresented communities, and newcomer engagement. Programs should encourage active participation through workshops, working sessions, and collaborative formats, with realistic delivery plans and clear follow-up activities. Events should align with the Foundation’s Annual Plan and address participant safety, inclusion, and accessibility. Virtual events are prioritized.
