General Support Fund - Wikimedia Foundation
General Support Fund supports Wikimedia organisations and volunteer groups with annual and strategic plans, larger projects, and programs that advance free knowledge and strengthen community engagement.
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Funder: Wikimedia Foundation
Due Dates: September 1, 2026 (Round 1, all regions except Northern & Western Europe) | September 30, 2026 (Round 1, Northern & Western Europe) | March 1, 2027 (Round 2, all regions)
Funding Amounts: Minimum USD 10,000; historical awards USD 10,000–550,000; three-year base funding available
Summary: Supports Wikimedia annual and strategic plans, larger projects, and programs advancing free knowledge.
Key Information: Primarily research-focused proposals are ineligible and should go to the Wikimedia Research Fund.
Description
The Wikimedia Foundation’s General Support Fund supports annual or strategic plans requiring sustained investment, alongside larger, distinct projects beyond the scope of Rapid Funds. Supported work includes education, cultural heritage and content accessibility, gender and diversity, community engagement, global campaigns, small-scale software development, and public policy advocacy protecting the free knowledge movement.
The Community Resources team supports the fund, with Regional Fund Committees assessing proposals in their local contexts. Funding can cover operating and program expenses, learning and training, organiser travel, and well-defined staff roles that do not replace volunteer activities. The program emphasises equity, empowerment, collaboration, self-management, and learning. Programming generally lasts at least six months, with regional exceptions possible.
