Communication is a Humanitarian Necessity
Open Signal Foundation ensures civilians have access to communication during internet shutdowns and emergencies, operating lawfully, transparently, and non-politically.
Our Impact
Together, we're making a difference in communities facing communication challenges.
Why Communication Matters
Communication is a fundamental humanitarian necessity. During emergencies and internet shutdowns, civilians need access to information and the ability to connect with family, access services, and exercise their basic rights.
When networks go down, entire communities are cut off from vital resources, emergency services, and loved ones. The ability to communicate can mean the difference between life and death, between safety and danger, between staying informed and being left in the dark.
Open Signal Foundation believes that everyone deserves access to communication during emergencies, regardless of where they are or what circumstances they face. We work to ensure that humanitarian communication remains accessible when it matters most.
What We Do
Open Signal Foundation is a humanitarian nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring communication access during internet shutdowns and emergencies. We operate lawfully, transparently, and non-politically to support civilians in need.
Our work focuses on providing connectivity support during blackouts, partnering with local organizations for distribution, and conducting research to guide policy decisions that prioritize humanitarian communication access.
Through our programs, we help ensure that communities maintain access to essential communication channels during times of crisis, enabling them to stay informed, connected, and safe.
How Your Donations Are Used
Your contributions directly support our humanitarian mission. We are committed to transparency in how we allocate funds:
- Emergency Communication Access: Deploying connectivity solutions during network shutdowns and emergencies
- Partner Support: Working with local organizations to distribute communication resources to communities in need
- Research and Development: Conducting research to improve communication access technologies and guide policy recommendations
- Operational Costs: Essential administrative and compliance functions to ensure lawful, transparent operations
We maintain strict financial accountability and regularly report on our use of funds. Every donation helps us reach more communities and ensure communication access when it matters most.
For detailed financial information, please visit our Transparency & Compliance page.
Trust and Compliance
Nonprofit Status
Open Signal Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (pending IRS approval). We operate exclusively for charitable and humanitarian purposes, ensuring that all donations are used to further our mission.
Compliance First
We operate in full compliance with U.S. and international regulations. Our compliance-first approach ensures that all our activities are lawful, transparent, and aligned with regulatory guidance and licensing frameworks where applicable.
We are committed to transparency, accountability, and lawful operation. Learn more about how we ensure compliance and transparency.
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