Overture Maps Foundation is the latest organization to become a supporter of OpenStreetMap US, as an Organizational Member at the Strategic level.
Overture creates and distributes reliable, easy-to-use, and interoperable open map data. Overture is a significant user of OpenStreetMap data and views OSM as a critical source of data for several of its open data themes. By supporting the OSM ecosystem, Overture helps ensure the continued growth and quality of the collaborative mapping project that benefits its own mission.
Overture’s membership will be used to support OSM US tooling, namely MapRoulette, which is an essential tool that makes it easier for mappers to contribute to OpenStreetMap. MapRoulette provides bite-sized mapping challenges that help improve map data quality and completeness, helping both new and experienced contributors to make meaningful improvements to the map. Originally a Charter Project, MapRoulette is now a full program of OSM US and this membership is a step towards supporting the associated maintenance and overhead costs.
Overture Maps Foundation is proud to support OpenStreetMap US and the MapRoulette project. We use OSM data, and recognize the importance of investing in the tools and community that make collaborative mapping possible. MapRoulette has played a vital role in helping mappers improve and expand the map data, which benefits everyone.
, Executive Director, Overture Maps Foundation
The OSM US team is excited to grow this partnership with Overture Maps Foundation.
OpenStreetMap US is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization advancing geospatial data democracy in the United States by catalyzing collaborative action around OpenStreetMap among individuals, government agencies, nonprofits, corporations, and academia. Learn more about OpenStreetMap US and its membership program for individuals and organizations.
