Prossimo works to connect maintainers behind the Internet's most critical pieces of software with the people and organizations who want to see Internet security move forward by adopting memory safe languages.
Here's the simple framework of how Prossimo works:
- Identify an initiative that's a good fit for Prossimo
- Seek funding for the initiative
- Commence the initiative
By funding, you can support this important work!
Benefits
The primary benefit of funding our work is that you are playing a meaningful role in making the Internet more secure. Our work aims to be high impact so the outcomes can improve Internet security for many millions of people.
We are glad to recognize funders in our public relations, marketing and communications efforts related to our work. We will also include your company logo on our website. It wouldn’t be possible without you and we want people to know that!
Learn More
Contact us to learn about upcoming Prossimo initiatives: donate@abetterinternet.org
About Us
Prossimo is a project of Internet Security Research Group (ISRG), a California public benefit corporation, and is recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
ISRG’s mission is to reduce financial, technological, and education barriers to secure communication over the Internet.
Other Ways to Get Involved
Donate
Being part of ambitious work like Prossimo is easier than you might think: 100% of our funding comes from charitable donations from companies and people like you.
When you support ISRG and projects like Prossimo, you’re helping to create a future for the Web that is more memory safe and more secure - and that benefits everyone using it!
Donations of Stock
Appreciated securities or mutual fund shares that you’ve owned for more than one year can be excellent charitable gifts.
| Brokerage Firm: | Vanguard |
|---|---|
| Account Name: | Internet Security Research Group |
| ISRG Account #: | 44865458 |
| DTC #: | 0062 |
| Tax ID #: | 46-3344200 |
Please let us know if you are transferring securities at donate@abetterinternet.org. You may also want to email the letter of authorization from your broker.
Gifts of Cryptocurrency
We accept BTC, BCH, ETH, DOGE, WBTC, and all other currencies supported by BitPay. We are able to accept donations equivalent to $1,000 USD or greater. Please email donate@abetterinternet.org for invoicing.
Donor Advised Funds
Recommend a donation to Internet Security Research Group (our parent org) from your gift fund. 100% of your donation will go to support a secure and privacy-respecting Internet.
In Your Workplace
Bring greater security to your organization by advocating for memory safe code in your organization!
Many organizations match donations to nonprofits made by employees. Check if your organization has a matching program and double your impact!
Contribute Code
If you want to contribute to a more memory-safe Internet, consider contributing to these important efforts: