Helping the Helpers Through Open Technology
Fosso Foundation bridges the gap between technology and impact by building free, open-source software for non-profits while training the next generation of engineers.
Building Tools, Growing People
Every project we build solves a real problem for a non-profit while providing hands-on learning for our developer community.
Build FOSS Tools
Custom software for non-profit organisations - CRMs, donation platforms, volunteer management systems, and more. All open source.
Mentor Developers
Aspiring developers work on real projects under professional guidance. Code reviews, pair programming, and career mentorship.
Strengthen Communities
Open code, open doors. We connect non-profits with the tech talent they need and create pathways into the industry.
Simple Process, Powerful Results
NGOs Apply
Non-profits submit their software needs. We review every application and match it with the right team.
We Build
Our supervised student engineers design and develop secure, scalable systems under professional mentorship.
Everyone Grows
NGOs scale their impact with better tools. Students gain industrial experience and career capital.
What Drives Us
Open Source
Transparency in everything we build. All code is public, auditable, and free to use.
Collaboration
Working together across borders, disciplines, and experience levels to solve real problems.
Mentorship
Guiding emerging developers through hands-on projects with professional code review and support.
Impact
Measuring success by the communities we serve and the developers we help grow.