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Bitcoin Development Fund (BDF) is sponsored by Human Rights Foundation (HRF). The Bitcoin Development Fund (BDF) is dedicated to supporting individuals and projects that make Bitcoin and related freedom technologies more powerful tools for human rights defenders operating in challenging political environments.
This includes software developers, human rights defenders and activists, educators, community builders, translators, and user experience designers.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Software developers focused on enhancing Bitcoin and related freedom technologies' privacy, security, and decentralization; human rights defenders and activists using Bitcoin; educators creating content and resources; community builders fostering groups; translators expanding access; and user experience designers simplifying Bitcoin tools. Projects based on alternative cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin and projects that do not align with HRF's mission are not funded. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Bitcoin Development Fund (BDF) is funded by Human Rights Foundation (HRF). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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