Investing in our global community
The web is changing fast, and the Webflow Community is often the first to explore what’s next, from new tools and design trends to new ways of working together. The Collective Fund is our way of meeting that momentum with real investment and long-term support.
Whether you’re hosting an event, teaching AI workflows, building Marketplace assets, organizing a community challenge, or launching a new community initiative, this fund exists to help you create impact.
Projects we fund
From local gatherings to technical innovation, the Webflow Collective Fund powers a wide range of community-driven efforts.
Engagement
Community-led events, workshops, and conferences
Hackathons, challenges, and creative competitions
Education
Tutorials, courses, and curriculum development
Workshops, masterclasses, and skill-building programs
Peer- and expert-led training initiatives
Innovation
Open-source tools and integrations
Apps, workflows, and technical resources that benefit the community
Storytelling
Creator-led content that teaches, inspires, and elevates the community’s work
Projects that help more people build sustainable careers with Webflow
The Webflow Community Fund supports projects that help our community build, learn, and grow – together.
How the Collective Fund works
Our funding process is designed to be fair, transparent, and community-first. We award funding on a rolling basis, with due diligence that scales based on project scope and investment to ensure responsible stewardship.
We publish quarterly updates highlighting funded projects and impact. Some Collective Fund programs may be co-hosted or co-funded with trusted Webflow Partners to expand opportunities and increase the overall impact for the Webflow Community.
Who can apply
Freelancers, agencies, designers, developers, marketers, educators, nonprofit organizers, and anyone building with or for the Webflow Community.
What is the funding process?
Funding amount
Review time
Requirements
Up to $3,000
~4 weeks
Identity verification, basic proof of concept
$3,000-$15,000
4-6 weeks
Identity verification, more detailed project proposal, budget breakdown
$15,000+
6-8 weeks
Identity verification, full proposal, supporting documentation, live scoping call(s)
Applications are evaluated against the following criteria
Community value
Does it create learning, connection, opportunity, or inspiration?
Creativity & originality
Does the project introduce a fresh idea, perspective, or approach, or build on something that already exists in the Webflow community in a clearly differentiated way?
Impact & scale
Who will benefit from this project, and how? Is the impact clear and observable, whether for a small, focused group or a broader regional or global audience?
Sustainability
Will it build lasting skills, assets, or opportunities?
Feasibility
Is the project realistic and set up for success?
Alignment
Does it reflect the inclusive, creative, and supportive spirit of the Webflow community?
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Impact” may include skill-building, increased access, career opportunities, knowledge sharing, or other meaningful community outcomes. “Scale” is evaluated by how thoughtfully and effectively the project is shared, not just audience size.
How to apply
1
Submit your application.
Tell us about your project, who it serves, and how the funding will be used.
2
Review window.
We evaluate applications in recurring cycles based on funding tier.
3
Approval & onboarding.
Approved applicants receive next steps, payout information, and guidelines.
4
Launch & create impact.
Bring your project to life and share it with the community.
Fair by design
To support projects that create real community impact, we’ve built in a few safeguards. As demand grows beyond what we can fund, this approach helps us evaluate applications transparently and support the strongest work.
Eligibility requirements
- Applicants must have an active Webflow account
- Projects must serve the Webflow community, not commercial gain
- Projects must comply with our Collective Fund Terms, Community Terms & Webflow Terms
- Applicants in some countries may be ineligible due to legal or payout restrictions (see FAQ for the full list)
*Webflow Partners are encouraged to apply. Participation in the Partner Program does not affect eligibility or review.
Verification
Depending on tier, we may request
Basic identity verification
Examples of past work or community involvement
Budget breakdown
Timeline
Proof of venue
Curriculum
Technical plans
Monetization guidelines
The Collective Fund is designed to remove financial barriers and increase opportunities for the entire Webflow community. Monetization of funded projects is permitted only when it does not limit access to core educational or community-building value. See FAQ for more details.
Use-of-funds restrictions
We do not fund
Projects unrelated to Webflow or its community
Political, religious, or discriminatory initiatives
Purely commercial product development
Paid advertising campaigns
Projects unrelated to Webflow or its community
These guardrails help protect the integrity of the program and ensure that funding reaches people creating meaningful community value.
Let’s build the future of the web — together
The web is changing fast, and the Webflow Community is often the first to explore what’s next, from new tools and design trends to new ways of working together. The Collective Fund is our way of meeting that momentum with real investment and long-term support.
Whether you’re hosting an event, teaching AI workflows, building Marketplace assets, organizing a community challenge, or launching a new community initiative, this fund exists to help you create impact.
Frequently asked questions
Anyone with an active Webflow account: Freelancers, agencies, designers, developers, marketers, educators, nonprofit organizers, and anyone building with or for the Webflow Community.
See the full list above. Generally, we fund projects that help the Webflow community learn, build, connect, or innovate.
Funding amounts typically range from $500 to $15,000. Larger initiatives may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Under $3k: ~4 weeks
- $3k–$15k: ~4–6 weeks
- $15k+: ~6–8 weeks
Monetization is permitted only when it does not limit access to core educational or community-building value.
Community events
Event organizers may charge a ticket fee to help manage attendance, cover additional costs, or ensure commitment. Any fees should be reasonable and aligned with the purpose of your event. Webflow’s contribution should meaningfully reduce cost barriers for attendees.
Educational content, courses, or community resources
No. If the Collective Fund is supporting the development of educational materials, courses, or tutorials, these must be freely accessible to the Webflow Community. The goal of the Collective Fund is to expand access — not create paid barriers to learning.
Technical projects, open-source initiatives, or Marketplace assets:
- Open-source projects must remain free.
- Marketplace assets may be sold as long as your project proposal makes clear how the asset creates meaningful value for the community and aligns with Marketplace guidelines.
Apps or integrations follow the same principles — monetization is allowed only when community benefit and transparency are clear.
Yes. Due to payout, legal, and compliance requirements, applicants in some countries are ineligible. Applicants will see the full list when applying.
Yes – though priority is given to new applicants and high-impact initiatives.
No. You retain ownership. Webflow may ask to feature your work in educational content, case studies, or promotional materials.
Yes — within reason, and aligned to your event or program’s purpose. Detailed guidance is provided during review.