Open Source Lab (OSL) Faces Closure Unless $250k is Secured

Oregon State University's Open Source Lab (OSL) is facing a critical funding shortage. Due to decreased corporate donations and university budget cuts, OSL needs to raise $250,000 by May 14th, 2025 to avoid closure. This funding will cover staff and student salaries, and operational expenses. OSL hosts over 500 free and open-source projects globally and has mentored over 130 students in its 22-year history. The lab also faces the challenge of its data center being decommissioned, with finding a new location proving difficult.