After multiple discussions with sponsors, program administrators, and mentors Event Supporter (formerly Mentor) is someone who has already organised a WordCamp and has time to meet with their assigned mentee every 2 weeks, they talk over where they should be in their timeline, help them to identify their issues, and also identify solutions for their issues., and an analysis of the program’s needs, we’re excited to share the latest update on sponsorship opportunities for WordPress Credits.
TL;DR:
WordPress Credits has updated its sponsorship guidelines to ensure meaningful engagement and impact. Companies can no longer sponsor tools or resources alone; they must also sponsor one or more mentors to align with the program’s educational goals. The sponsor guide has been updated accordingly.
WordPress Credits connects students from educational institutions around the world with experienced contributors who mentor Event Supporter (formerly Mentor) is someone who has already organised a WordCamp and has time to meet with their assigned mentee every 2 weeks, they talk over where they should be in their timeline, help them to identify their issues, and also identify solutions for their issues. them through hands-on, real-world open source Open Source denotes software for which the original source code is made freely available and may be redistributed and modified. Open Source **must be** delivered via a licensing model, see GPL. projects. The program is made possible thanks to the dedication of mentors, the support of sponsors, and the shared belief that education and contribution can go hand in hand.
The most impactful contribution to WordPress Credits is mentorship, as mentors guide and empower students throughout their first open source experience. For this reason, sponsors can choose to support the program by sponsoring one or multiple mentors, sponsoring mentors while also offering tools that help students contribute effectively and feel confident in their work, or by proposing an alternative type of sponsorship aligned with the program’s mission.
Please note that we do not accept sponsorships limited to tools or resources alone; companies offering tools must also sponsor one or more mentors to ensure meaningful engagement and alignment with the program’s educational goals.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsor a Mentor
Dedicate one or multiple team members to guide student contributors for a minimum of two hours per week available for the entire duration of the program. Depending on their availability, a single mentor can support multiple students at a time while still providing dedicated and thoughtful guidance, helping them navigate open source collaboration and project work.
If you’d like to sponsor a mentor external to your company, please let us know and we’ll connect you with mentors who are currently seeking sponsorship.
Sponsor a Mentor + Tools and Resources
These may include tools and resources such as hosting plans, domain names, premium plugins or themes, collaboration platforms, or design and development software. Anything that helps students contribute effectively and feel empowered in their work is welcome.
Other Ways to Sponsor
Examples of other meaningful and impactful ways to support the program and the students’ journey include, but are not limited to:
- Fund a Scholarship Program
Financial contributions help fund travel and attendance for the most outstanding students at WordPress flagship events, where they can meet the global community and continue growing as contributors. - Sponsor an Admin
Support a member of the program’s admin team who is responsible for building, maintaining, improving, and growing the initiative. Their work ensures smooth operations, meaningful learning experiences for students, and long-term program sustainability. By sponsoring a contributor through the Five for the Future program, you’ll help WP Credits reach more students around the world and make a lasting impact on their lives. - Provide In-kind Sponsorship
Help cover essential program expenses such as tools and collaboration platforms. This investment creates real-world connection points and lasting engagement with the community.
Apply and Open Doors for Students in Your Region and Beyond
We’re happy to discuss the level of involvement that best fits your company’s capacity. Together, we can strengthen the WordPress project and empower the next generation of contributors.
We’re currently reaching out to active sponsors to ensure their contributions align with the updated sponsorship guidelines, and we want to thank all existing sponsors and those who have recently applied for their understanding, collaboration, and continued support.
Learn more about sponsorship options in our Sponsor Guide and submit your sponsorship application here to get started.
The following people contributed to writing and reviewing this post: @celigaroe, @francescodicandia, @gomp, @4thhubbard
