Join the federation for democratic technology

Become a member of the Democratic Tech Fund — a gift-based initiative to build cooperative digital alternatives across our cities and regions.

1 Commitments
2 Contribution
3 Your details

Step 1 of 3

Our common ground

Membership is built on mutual commitment and regard. Please read and tick each commitment before continuing.

Our mission

To facilitate the transition towards digital autonomy, in support of deeper capacity in civil society.

Shared mission, vision and values I commit to the mission of building democratic, community-owned alternatives to Big Tech. Read the full mission statement
Democratic Tech Social Contract I commit to the Social Contract governing how the Democratic Tech Fund operates — its principles of co-governance, transparency, and accountability. Read the Social Contract
Code of Co-operation I commit to the Code of Co-operation for all interactions within the DTF community — online and in person — based on mutual respect and cooperative principles. Read the Code of Conduct

Step 2 of 3

Choose your contribution

Membership is open to everyone — a financial contribution is welcome but never required. Every gift directly funds cooperative projects across our cities and regions, and you can change or cancel at any time through OpenCollective.

Limited access — community updates and public spaces.

Full membership access — vote in the General Assembly and shape DTF governance.

Funder rights in a designated Funding Circle, including project selection.

In-kind contributions

Do you want to bring in your expertise and contribute with time rather than — or alongside — a financial contribution? We welcome Contribution Agreements that formalise in-kind support and working group participation. Get in touch to discuss what that might look like.

Suggested contribution model

€10 / month × number of staff = annual gift

This is a guideline — not a requirement. Contribute what is meaningful for your organisation. All contributions fund cooperative projects in your city and region.

€1201 staff · /year

€6005 staff · /year

€2,40020 staff · /year

Set up a financial contribution via OpenCollective You'll be taken to OpenCollective after registering to set up your contribution.

In-kind contribution — Contribution Agreement Contribute expertise, infrastructure, or working group hours. We'll be in touch to formalise this.

I'll arrange a contribution later Complete your registration now and decide later.

Step 3 of 3

Create your account

We need a few details to set up your member account on our secure, self-hosted identity server.

First name * Please enter your first name.

Last name * Please enter your last name.

Organisation name * Please enter the organisation name.

Website

Primary contact person

First name * Please enter the contact's first name.

Last name * Please enter the contact's last name.

Email address * A verification link will be sent here to activate your account. Please enter a valid email address.

Location

City * Please enter your city.

Country * Please enter your country.

Helps us connect you with your local Funding Circle.

Completing security check…

🔒 Your data is stored exclusively on our self-hosted server at democratictech.fund. After submitting this form you will receive an email to set your password and activate your account. We never sell or share your information. Privacy Policy.

Welcome to the federation!

Registration submitted. Check your email — Rauthy will send you an activation link where you can set your password and complete your account.

Once activated, we'll be in touch about activities, about Funding Circles in your neighbourhood and next steps for participating in shared governance.

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