Oregon State University's Open Source Lab Faces Funding Crisis

Oregon State University's (OSU) Open Source Lab (OSL), a 22-year-old project, is facing a critical funding shortage, jeopardizing its future. The OSL hosts numerous open-source projects worldwide, having played a crucial role in supporting projects like Gentoo, Drupal, and the Mozilla Foundation. The funding shortfall stems from federal budget cuts, with OSU's president expressing concern. The OSL is seeking $250,000 to stay afloat, and the open-source community has voiced strong support, with many beneficiaries highlighting its significance.