We research the use of open source technology within the nonprofit sector to uncover how it’s used, leveraged, and discussed within nonprofit communities around the world.
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Integrating social good into technology fosters a community dedicated to positive change, empowering developers to make a global impact.
Integrating social good into tech fosters a community dedicated to positive change.
This guide is for social sector organizations to implement, use, and contribute to open source. It targets nonprofits working on Sustainable Development Goals, including NGOs focused on global development, disaster risk management, public health, and human rights.
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Contribute your skills to open source projects like Digital Public Goods (DPGs) or mission-driven organizations striving for Sustainable Development Goals. Each commit moves us closer to a better future for all.
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The Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) Center is an open source community founded by GitHub Social Impact and in partnership with MERL Tech. Members of the MERL Center collaborate to create guides, case studies, and other resources on if, how, and when to use open source for MERL solutions. Currently, the MERL Center is run by Civic Tech Structure.
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We research the use of open source technology within the nonprofit sector to uncover how it’s used, leveraged, and discussed within nonprofit communities around the world.
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Qualifying nonprofits, 501(c)(3) or equivalent get exclusive access to a free GitHub Team plan or 25% off the GitHub Enterprise Cloud plan.