What is Open Source Appreciation Day?

It's an informal event on April 7th, Git's release anniversary, urging devs to donate to favorite open source projects and build a giving habit.

How do I donate to open source projects?

Check GitHub Sponsors, Patreon, or project sites like Open Collective. No button? Search "[project] donate" or email the maintainer—most have PayPal.

Your tools are free because of unpaid labor. Small donations prevent burnout, ensuring the software you rely on evolves securely.

🤝 Community & Governance

Git hit the world 19 years ago. Today, open source begs for your bucks.

theAIcatchup Apr 07, 2026 4 min read

April 7th marks Git's 2005 release, now Open Source Appreciation Day for donations. 𝕏
Open source funding is broken—80% of maintainers earn under $10k/year from projects. 𝕏
Shift from stars to dollars realigns incentives, preventing burnout and corporate dominance. 𝕏

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