This is a transfer of a discussion that started on the private list. It started by considering the situation of TeamOO in relation to the ASF. Many people over time have made small donations to TeamOO - some probably that are philosophically opposed to the Apache license and are committed to LibO or even something different. This leaves TeamOO in a difficult position in terms of administering the funds they have. ASF policy is that money donated simply goes to the ASF not to specific projects. Some would consider that the ASF donations system is not very accessible to individuals wanting to donate small amounts of money. This discussion is to explore ways of working that fit ASF's charitable status and donations policy while enabling those that want to make monetary contributions to OpenOffice.org to be able to do so.
That is an attempt to summarise the discussion. If I got anything important wrong or left anything out please comment accordingly. -- Ian Ofqual Accredited IT Qualifications (The Schools ITQ) www.theINGOTs.org +44 (0)1827 305940 The Learning Machine Limited, Reg Office, 36 Ashby Road, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 8AQ. Reg No: 05560797, Registered in England and Wales.
