Summary:
Cloudflare for Startups now includes non-profits and civil society organizations, offering up to $250,000 in credits for developer products like AI and security.
Applications are open until December 1, 2025, with selection based on project impact and requirements for registered non-profits.
Non-profits face significant tech funding gaps, with 77% citing budget barriers and Cloudflare aiming to help small teams build scalable applications globally.
Cloudflare has supported over 4,000 startups since 2024, providing infrastructure that reduces the need for manual scaling and security management.
Example non-profit Kendraio uses Cloudflare for open-source tools, demonstrating how the platform enables innovation in areas like diplomacy and media.
Cloudflare Expands Support to Non-Profits and Civil Society Organizations
We're thrilled to announce that Cloudflare for Startups is now open to non-profit, civil society, and public interest organizations. Eligible groups can receive up to $250,000 in Cloudflare credits to use on developer and core products, including AI, databases, storage, compute services, media, and performance and security tools.
Non-profits and startups share common ground: both are driven by small, dedicated teams that must innovate with limited resources. They face funding shortages, staffing challenges, and inadequate tools, yet strive to maximize impact. Cloudflare's services are designed to help these teams build scalable, secure applications globally, allowing them to focus on their mission rather than infrastructure.
Applications are open from today until December 1, 2025. Cloudflare will review submissions based on project description, requirements, and potential impact. If you're a non-profit looking to build innovative applications with free access to cutting-edge tech, apply now.
A Challenging Year for Non-Profits
2025 has been tough for non-profits, with decreased government funding, economic uncertainty, and rising demand for services. A recent survey highlights these struggles, though some private foundations have increased support. Technology is a critical need—nearly half of non-profits feel they underinvest in tech due to budget constraints, with only 14% receiving tech-specific grants, as reported by the Nonprofit Technology Network (NTEN). Despite closures, many organizations show resilience by diversifying funding and embracing new technologies.
Why Cloudflare Is Ideal for Startups
Cloudflare is the premier platform for startups, offering tools that enable small teams to build large-scale applications efficiently. With over 4,000 startups benefiting from credits since the program's launch in 2024, and 175 participating in the Workers Launchpad Program across 23 countries, Cloudflare provides hands-on support, VC introductions, and demo opportunities. Building on Cloudflare's network means automatic global deployment, reducing infrastructure worries.
Impact Organizations as Startups
Non-profits often operate like startups: mission-driven, resource-limited, and innovative. For instance, Kendraio, a non-profit, uses Cloudflare to develop open-source tools for projects like a knowledge graph for nuclear disarmament and a shared database for bookstores. Cloudflare's services empower such teams to scale globally without managing complex networks.
How to Apply
The application period runs until December 1, 2025. To qualify, organizations must be registered 501(c)(3) non-profits or equivalents and describe the tool they plan to build or scale. Selected participants will gain credits for usage-based services. Visit cloudflare.com/startups for details and apply by selecting the non-profit option on the application page.
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