Ruby Central Individual Supporter Program

Build Grassroots Support for Ruby

Ruby Central is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting and advancing the Ruby programming language and community. We steward key open source infrastructure, including RubyGems, Bundler, and RubyGems.org, and we support developers through community programs, scholarships, technical events, and new initiatives that grow the ecosystem.

The Individual Supporter Program provides a way for community members to contribute at a personal level — helping sustain the people, programs, and projects that keep Ruby thriving. Your support helps ensure Ruby remains secure, sustainable, and inclusive for developers worldwide.

Whether you give monthly, annually, or volunteer your time, your contribution makes a difference — and every supporter becomes part of the community driving Ruby forward.

Who It’s For

This program is for developers, contributors, and community members who want to support Ruby Central’s mission personally, helping fund open source infrastructure, community events, scholarships, and initiatives that cultivate the next generation of Rubyists.

Supporter Tiers

- Torchbearer -

Recognition: Supporter conference badge; digital “Torchbearer for Ruby Central” badge; name listed in Annual Report
Community Access: Exclusive donor briefings; RubyConf ticket discount; supporter-only gatherings
Participation & Mission Alignment: Helps fund Ruby Central’s long-term vision and ecosystem sustainability

- Sustainer -

Recognition: Digital “Ruby Central Sustainer” badge; newsletter acknowledgment
Community Access: Early access to ticket sales; RubyConf ticket discount; online AMAs with staff
Participation & Mission Alignment: Supports ongoing operational programs and initiatives

- Enthusiast -

Recognition: Digital “Ruby Central Enthusiast” badge; optional name listing online
Community Access: Monthly newsletter; digital welcome kit; eligibility for giveaways
Participation & Mission Alignment: Signals alignment with Ruby’s open source and community values

Secondary / Special Tiers

Luminary (Nominated / Honorary)

Digital “Ruby Central Luminary” badge; lifetime recognition
Invitation to strategic community roundtables
Recognized for extraordinary impact at the Annual Fundraising Dinner

Contributor (Volunteer-Based)

Digital “I Volunteer for Ruby Central” badge; listed in Annual Report
Benefits align with the Sustainer tier
Represents non-monetary commitment to the health of the Ruby community

Explorer

Digital “I Support Ruby Central” badge
Access to occasional supporter surveys and polls

Legal Disclaimer

Supporter status is non-voting. This program does not confer governance or voting rights within Ruby Central.

Why It Matters

This program is about more than funding, it’s about belonging. By joining as a supporter, you’re helping keep Ruby’s ecosystem strong, sustainable, and inclusive for everyone.

Together, we can build a vibrant future for Ruby, one supporter at a time.