We're at a crossroads
The Matrix.org Foundation faces financial challenges despite doubling revenue in 2024, needing $610K to break even and may shut down bridges without $100K by March 2025. The Foundation maintains critical programs including spec maintenance, trust and safety tooling, and network growth initiatives while transitioning from Element dependency to diversified funding sources. Matrix's ecosystem shows growing adoption and urgency for decentralized communication, yet requires sustainable funding to continue its mission of providing sovereign and secure communication.