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GSoC 2026: Google Announces 185 Mentoring Organizations Google has officially released the list of 185 mentoring organizations for Google Summer of Code (GSoC) 2026 , marking an important milestone for aspiring open-source contributors worldwide. Each year, GSoC connects beginner developers with established open-source communities where they collaborate on real-world software projects under the guidance of experienced mentors. With contributor applications opening March 16, 2026 , this is the ideal time for developers to start exploring organizations, understanding project ideas, and preparing strong proposals. What Are GSoC Mentoring Organizations? Mentoring organizations are open-source communities that participate in the Google Summer of Code program by guiding contributors through coding projects. These organizations: Provide project ideas Assign experienced mentors Review contributor proposals Guide developers during the coding period More than 1000 open-source organ...