Open philanthropy & governance
How OTF selects, funds and reports on the work it supports is public.
About the Open Technology Fund
OTF is an independent non-profit organization committed to advancing global internet freedom.
Why we exist
Mission
Open Technology Fund works to advance internet freedom in repressive environments by supporting the research, development, implementation, and maintenance of technologies that counter censorship and combat repressive surveillance to enable all citizens to exercise their fundamental human rights online.
Belief
What we believe
Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion, expression, and the press, including the right to seek, receive, and impart information without interference through any media — and the best way to protect these freedoms is to passionately support a free and open internet.
Values
Our values
Holistic solutions
Technology, research, security and community support are funded together rather than in isolation.
Inclusive community
Support is open to individuals and organisations irrespective of nationality, creed or sex.
Accountability
How OTF is funded and authorised
Where the money comes from
OTF receives the majority of its funding from the U.S. government via the U.S. Agency for Global Media.
About our fundingCongressional remit
OTF was authorized by Congress in 2021 under the National Defense Authorization Act.
Read the remitWhat it achieves
Every annual report since 2011 is public, alongside the security audits OTF funds.
See our transparency