In its first year, the GitHub Fund, in collaboration with M12, reviewed over 350 open source startups, ultimately investing in 10 companies that align with their belief in the critical role of open source and developers in software innovation. The fund's investments span various domains, including developer tools, AI, security, and cloud-native infrastructure, highlighting startups like Bytewax, CodeSee, and ToolJet. The initiative aims to strengthen the open source ecosystem, proving its financial viability and fostering paradigm-shifting technologies. Notable activities from the year included helping companies benchmark projects, offering speaking opportunities at GitHub Universe, and forming strategic connections with GitHub and Microsoft. Looking forward, the fund plans to continue investing in 8-10 innovative startups, particularly those focused on AI, security, infrastructure, and DevOps, while encouraging open source companies to engage with them.