Open Humans Project Grants
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Quick Answer
Supports individuals and teams with grants up to US$5000 (approx. ₹4.17 lakh) to develop projects that grow the Open Humans ecosystem through new data sources or exploration tools.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- Open Humans Foundation
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- International
About this grant
The Open Humans Project Grants program offers financial support to individuals and teams dedicated to enhancing the Open Humans ecosystem. This initiative aims to foster the development of innovative projects that facilitate new data contributions, enable novel ways to explore existing data, and ultimately grow the community of Open Humans members. Projects can range from developing new data source integrations (e.g., time tracking apps, sleep data, continuous glucose monitors, social media APIs, Google Takeout data) to creating impactful data reports, visualizations, and tools for health history or psychological profiling. The program emphasizes enabling members to connect diverse personal data streams and gain deeper insights, contributing to a richer, more comprehensive personal data environment. Open Humans champions open science and personal data empowerment, and these grants are designed to support creators whose work aligns with this mission.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
Provider
Open Humans FoundationBenefits & Funding
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
The Open Humans Project Grants provide up to US$5000 (approximately ₹4.17 lakh) in non-repayable funding. This grant is designed to support the development and deployment of projects that contribute to the Open Humans ecosystem. The funding is disbursed in three tranches: one-third upon grant award, one-third upon successful project deployment on Open Humans, and the final one-third after the project has remained available and responsive for six months post-deployment. Beyond financial support, awardees gain visibility within the Open Humans community and access to a supportive network through the Slack chatroom for advice and collaboration. The program encourages open-source development, enabling projects to benefit the broader community and serve as foundations for future innovations.
- Disbursement
- Tranched
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Applications are reviewed by the Open Humans Team. The evaluation focuses on the project's potential to provide valuable new data sources, raise awareness, and attract new members to the ecosystem. Applicants should expect to receive a response within four weeks of submitting their application. While the selection criteria are not explicitly detailed beyond project alignment with ecosystem growth, the team assesses the feasibility and impact of the proposed work. Selected projects are expected to adhere to guidelines regarding deployment timeline, availability, responsiveness, and open-source licensing.
Application Process
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Submit Application
Submit your project proposal via the Google Form.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
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Draft your application
Answer the form inside the grant tracker — AI drafts each response using your past answers, so you're not starting from a blank page.
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of projects are eligible?
Projects that help grow the Open Humans ecosystem, such as developing new data source integrations (e.g., from apps, APIs, social media, Google Takeout) or creating data reports, visualizations, and tools for exploring personal health or psychological data.
Is there a deadline to apply?
No, applications are accepted on a rolling basis as long as funds are available.
Who can apply for these grants?
The grants are open to individuals and teams from anywhere in the world, including both US-based and international applicants. No institutional or organizational affiliation is required.
How is the grant money disbursed?
The total grant amount is paid in three parts: one-third upon the initial grant award, one-third once the project is deployed on Open Humans, and the final one-third after the project has been actively available for six months.
What are the requirements for funded projects?
Funded projects are expected to be deployed on Open Humans within 6 months of receiving funding, remain available for at least 6 months after deployment, be responsive to bug reports, and be openly licensed (e.g., BSD, MIT, Apache, GPL) with documentation to enable replication and derivatives.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
You should expect to receive a response from the Open Humans Team within four weeks of submitting your application.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
