Why PLAN?
A Public Good is defined as a good or consumable that is infinitely reproducible and non-excludable; or more simply, usage of the good does not extract from the available supply. We believe software made correctly can be that quintessential public good.
Learn about:
- What We Do
- Sponsorships and Partnerships
- Charitable Purpose FAQ
How is The Vision for plan different than other platforms?
⏣ End-to-end Data Privacy and Ownership: Open source and distributed systems can lower barriers to entry for non-technical and underprivileged communities to network, secure private data, and collaborate at a cost trending towards near zero.
⏣ Community-Centric Systems: A community-Centric systems approach can protect against data loss, theft, spam and exploitation through harnessing the latest advances in encryption, peer-to-peer and distributed technologies, and purpose built user interfaces.
⏣ Realtime Collaboration and Spatial Organization: Creating a solutions ecosystem that facilitates immersive experiences, communications, and productivity, with the open source foundations community oriented values needed for new economies to emerge.
⏣ Universal Inclusion: PLAN Systems recognizes the need for universal inclusiveness, non-technical, and readiness minded communities to become digitally self-reliant, self-hosted, and offline capable -- with an emphasis on interoperability and adaptability.
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What We Do
Coordinate Donations & Contributions
Donations go directly to core development and initiatives derived from our charter & charitable purpose
Ongoing supporters and partners gain access to exclusive donor resources
Current milestones in progress: distributed infrastructure components, private & group messaging, collaborative notes & tasks, spatial linking & annotation,
Start a p2p fundraiser to help raise development funds
Work with Sponsors and Partners
Help us advance the distributed ledger (DLT) architecture, p2p infrastructure, and storage layers of PLAN
Expedite the development of high impact tools for privacy, accessibility, communications, and collaboration
Advance aspects of the user interface, new features, and community templates
Sponsor or recommend projects and programs for support
Provide Support to Qualifying Organizations
PLAN for non-profits & qualifying organizations: network consultations, custom solutions, spaces & channel design, training and facilitation
Access to convenient software downloads and version updates
Message and phone support by appointment and availability
Software, support, and services available to qualifying charitable organizations and service projects.
Build Technology Solutions & Hardware Kits
Plug and play systems to set up a network and self-host or participate in a peer-hosted community
Base station node computers, mobile solutions, convenient encryption hardware keys, pre-configured routers & connectivity solutions
Instructions on getting started, setting up and managing your network
Scalable and customizable at the pace of your organization's growth
Custom solutions, services and support are offered to Qualifying organizations upon approval from the Board of Directors. Our work is community supported.
Sponsorships and Partnerships
PLAN Systems is spearheading the development of high impact tools that bridge together previously siloed industries using distributed ledger technology (DLT), p2p infrastructure, 3D graphics, open protocols, and realtime collaboration interfaces. Sponsor a project, join the team, or become a volunteer consultant in our network.
Sponsor a Project | Join or lead a Team
INFRASTRUCTURE TEAM: Software architecture engineers and developers with a focus on distributed technology, encrypted systems, C#, C++, Rust, GoLang, CRDT, scientific computing, APIs & protocol development
INTERFACE TEAM: Developers with experience in 3D graphics, UI/UX implementation, realtime collaboration, VR/AR applications, Unity / Unreal engine experts, GIS & maps, CAD, procedural graphics, data visualizations
COMMUNITY DESIGN TEAM: Content producers, creative designers, digital artists, and organizers with a focus on using PLAN for real world applications: implement a network, build a use-case template, contribute CAD
NETWORKS & HARDWARE TEAM: IT experts in hardware integration, inclusive technology, network protocols & configuration, geo-spatial information systems equipment, off-grid systems, infosec, HAM & emergency systems
Projects and Proposals
Bring privacy and accessibility tools to communities and organizations in need. We'll work with organizations of any size to expedite core development, design accessibility solutions, and to develop tools for education, science, and underprivileged (non-technical) communities alike.
Our Process:
01. Send a request or proposal to us. Please include your name, contact information, & some initial information about the organization or project you're representing.
02. We'll contact you and set up a meeting to discuss the project scope, intended objectives, milestones, and to develop requirements for further action before being sent to the Board of Directors.
03. Our Board of Directors will evaluate the final proposal and determine a course of action based on our 501(c)(3) charter, available resources, and the expertise needed to accomplish the objectives.
04. Once all information requirements are fulfilled, PLAN Systems will issue a determination letter. If your proposal is deferred, declined, or otherwise put on hold, there will an additional 30 days to appeal.
Partner with Us
Partner with PLAN Systems to help make community technology broadly accessible. While we focus on solutions that serve our charitable mission, partnerships foster a foundation of support, resources, content, and customizations.
partnership Structures and Sponsorships
01. Help get privacy and accessibility solutions to communities in need by partnering with us to develop the codebase, sponsor multiple projects, expedite development milestones, or provide essential services.
02. Become a featured project, product, or listed service provider that utilizes, extends, or creates new capabilities and experiences within the PLAN ecosystem. Are you solving a significant problem or exemplify a novel use case?
03. We're looking to partner with solutions oriented communities, service networks, and IT professionals to train, equip, and support organizations; including network setup, customizations, and technical support.
04. Non-profit and private use of PLAN will be free. Commercial products utilizing PLAN, the Unity or Unreal engines, or any licensed software or content are subject to licensing fees and requirements as determined by the license holder(s).
Charitable Purpose FAQ
Thinking deeply on the impact of Community Technology