> I don't see any issue with a company wanting custom work done on the > project as long as it doesn't contradict the goals of the project. > > For example, a company might want to pay more to improve particular > hardware drivers, is that really a problem? > > Consulting could be a good way to raise funds for the project while > also > encouraging usage.
See tedu@'s suggestion in the next message (I don't want to replay twice). There are 2 other points. First, Theo's day has only 24 hours (who should do it ?) and second, does he want to do that (that his project go this way) ? If you like to start a project like that and, if you find people who help you - great (serious meaned !). From the income you could donate direct a part to Theo.
