# Open-Source Tech Solution Funds Mozilla Announces the Mozilla Open Source Support Program By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-04-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opensource-tech References: [blog.mozilla.org](https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2020/03/31/moss-launches-covid-19-solutions-fund/) & [mozilla.fluxx.io](https://mozilla.fluxx.io/apply/MOSS) Created in 2015, the MOSS Program by [Mozilla](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firefox-ai-page-summary) has the aim to inspire open-source technology through "providing catalytic funding." In a bid to inspire and empower open-source tech that will help to "increase the capacity of the world’s healthcare systems to cope with [the COVID-19 pandemic]," the Mozilla Open Source Support Program is debuted. This is described as a "COVID-19 Solutions Fund" and it will provide awards up to $50,000 for each open-source tech that is selected. The fund is allocated for "reasonably mature projects that can immediately deploy [Mozilla's] funding." The open-source tech applications welcome innovations in hardware and software--from "[open-source ventilators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-medgemma-15)" to "platforms that connect hospitals with people who have 3D printers," and so on. Image Credit: Mozilla ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Open-source Healthcare Solutions:** The trend of open-source healthcare solutions is growing and can lead to innovative and cost-effective approaches to healthcare. - **Funding for Open-source Tech:** Increased funding for open-source tech can inspire and empower innovative developments in the tech industry. - **COVID-19 Solutions Fund:** The COVID-19 Solutions Fund can lead to the development of technology that can help healthcare systems cope with the pandemic. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare Industry:** The healthcare industry can benefit from open-source tech solutions that can help increase the capacity of healthcare systems and address the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. - **Technology Industry:** The technology industry can benefit from increased funding and focus on open-source tech solutions that are cost-effective and can lead to innovative developments. - **Non-profit Industry:** Non-profit organizations can play a role in supporting open-source tech solutions that have the potential to address societal challenges and make a positive impact on people's lives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bug-Detection AI Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-initiative.md) - [Open Source Wearable APIs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-wearables.md) - [Virtual Reality Creator Funds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-horizon-creator-fund.md) - [Quantum Computer-Focused Open-Source Software](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opensource-software-platform.md) - [Indie Game Investment Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-ocean-games.md) - [Regional Innovation Funds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovation-fund.md) - [Inclusive Tech Awards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assistive-technology-center.md) - [Ovarian Cancer Research Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ovarian-cancer-research.md) - [AI-Enabled Cervical Cancer Screeners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobileodt.md)