> But I would say that it’s the goal for most FOSS projects when they apply for funding Yes, but I'm guessing most are applying for funding before quitting the

> But I would say that it’s the goal for most FOSS projects when they apply for funding Yes, but I'm guessing most are applying for funding before quitting their full-time jobs, not after. So there isn't really anything to plan if they don't have any realistic chance at spending full-time on the project. > If the smaller sources of income don’t pay the bills then the dilemma still occurs, and if they do pay the bills then the funding isn’t needed. The dilemma of what, continue doing what they've been doing; releasing and maintaining FOSS, without being paid for it?