Welcome to Maintainer Month!
Open source runs the world, but who runs open source? Open source maintainers are behind the software we use everyday, but they don't always have the community or support they need. That's why we're celebrating open source maintainers during the month of May.
2025 Theme: Securing Open Source
This year, we're focusing on the critical role maintainers play in securing the digital infrastructure we all depend on. Join us in recognizing their efforts and supporting a more secure open source ecosystem.
How do I get involved?
Maintainer Month is an open source project — anyone can jump in and contribute! Whether you're a maintainer, an organization, or a fan or open source, you're invited to participate! Here are a few ways you can jump in:
Calling maintainers!
Share your story
Let others know what it’s like to be a maintainer with the hashtag #MaintainerMonth & add it to our library! Interested in sharing your story on a podcast or post with one of our partners? Sign-up here and we'll introduce you to a partner if there's a good fit.
Connect with other maintainers
Take a look at the Maintainer Month activities on the calendar and attend an event where you can meet other maintainers. We’re always adding more activities to the calendar, check back often!
Join the Maintainer Community
Request an invitation to the Maintainer Community, a private space for maintainers to connect with peers, preview GitHub features, and learn from each other.
Interested in Partnering?
Highlight maintainers
Feature open source maintainers on your podcast / stream / social media with #MaintainerMonth during the month of May. If you would like us share potential maintainers you can feature, let us know. Add your event to our calendar or share stories in the library!
Host events to convene maintainers
Host an event that brings maintainers together! Give them space to connect and learn from each other. Submit an issue to get your event listed on our website.
Pay maintainers
Launch a FOSS Fund or sponsorship program to pay the maintainers of the software you depend on. We’d love to help, please reach out.
Upcoming events 2025
