There was a 2021 Rust blog about funding critical open source: Rust in 2021
In response, I’ve created a prototype of a new kind of crowdfunding solution at https://prizeforge.com. The arguments for the design and purpose, I put together in a 9min video: https://youtu.be/SO46oEdlkY8 I’m seeking early users to roll marbles through pipes. I’m solo-bootstrapping until there’s enough signal to get more resource directed onto the problem.
In about two weeks, I want to create new streams for Lem, Emacs, and a few others, so early users checking out the SSO and payments helps get ready for that. The goal is to make something that works for us to effectively drive features, packages, and tutorials forward even when we don’t have expertise in the right areas. I want this to work for all Emacs creators, including System Crafters.
Sorry for self-promotion. Getting anything off the ground is ugly. Thanks.