In this video I’m asking every Blender user to pause for a second and think about what we’re actually using every day: not just a “free 3D program,” but the heartbeat of millions of creators—hobbyists, freelancers, and even studios shipping big projects. Blender empowers people to bring their visions to life for free, and that’s the wild part: it stays alive because the community funds it. The problem is less than 0.5% of users donate, and I’m pushing for a simple goal—let’s reach 2%. I also highlight why this matters right now. Blender isn’t just trying to survive; it’s trying to compete at the highest level with giants like Autodesk. Big initiatives like Vulkan API integration for performance, Grease Pencil 3 for next-level 2D animation, and newer character animation tools don’t happen by magic—they need resources. If Blender has ever helped you (even through a single tutorial), consider a one-time donation. And if you can’t donate, spreading the word still moves the needle—because keeping Blender free and open source forever takes all of us.