About OpenCause

We ' re a Section 8 nonprofit democratizing technology for sustainable social impact through open-source innovation.

Our Mission

To democratize technology for sustainable social impact by building open-source tools that empower communities, train changemakers, and bridge the gap between innovation and inclusion.

Our Vision

A world where open technology bridges the gap between innovation and inclusion—where anyone can access, learn, and contribute to solutions that create lasting positive change.

Our Core Values

These principles guide every decision we make and every project we build.

Open

We believe in transparent development, open-source code, and shared knowledge for collective progress.

Ethical

Technology should serve humanity responsibly, respecting privacy, inclusivity, and environmental sustainability.

Inclusive

Our tools and programs are designed to be accessible to all, regardless of technical background or resources.

Impactful

We measure success by real-world outcomes—lives improved, communities empowered, environments protected.

Our Story

OpenCause Foundation was born from a simple observation: cutting-edge technology often remains locked behind commercial barriers, inaccessible to the communities that need it most.

We saw nonprofits struggling with outdated tools, rural communities lacking access to IoT solutions, and talented youth unable to break into tech careers focused on social good. We knew there had to be a better way.

Today, we ' re building that better way—one open-source project, one trained fellow, one partnership at a time. Our team of engineers, researchers, and social innovators works alongside NGOs, CSR teams, and local communities to co-create solutions that actually work.

We believe the future of technology is open, collaborative, and built for everyone—not just those who can afford it.

Built by Community

OpenCause is powered by a diverse team of technologists, social workers, researchers, and volunteers from around the world—united by a shared vision of technology that serves the common good.