Fair question, it's a bit confusing because their patreon page focuses largely on ZeMarmot, an open source film. But it seems like the money will actually go to

Fair question, it's a bit confusing because their patreon page focuses largely on ZeMarmot, an open source film. But it seems like the money will actually go to these people who also contribute to GIMP and other OSS, and who sound like they're currently in very poor financial shape. I contributed a modest monthly amount because it sounds like they do worthwhile things and could use a break, and also I would like GIMP to suck less. tldr; This is not an official GIMP request for funding, but a request for funding by individuals who contribute to GIMP.