The Drupal Association is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping the open source Drupal project flourish. It was founded in 2006 by Dries Buytaert, the original creator of Drupal, and is funded through memberships, sponsorships, and donations. The Drupal Association provides a variety of services to the Drupal community, including hosting the Drupal.org website, providing infrastructure for the project, and organizing events such as DrupalCon. The Drupal Association also works to promote the use of Drupal and to ensure that the project remains open and accessible to all.
The Drupal Association is governed by a Board of Directors, which is elected by the members of the Drupal Association. The Board of Directors is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the organization, approving the annual budget, and overseeing the activities of the organization. The Drupal Association also has a staff of employees who are responsible for carrying out the day-to-day operations of the organization.
The Drupal Association is an important part of the Drupal community, providing support and resources to help ensure the success of the project. By becoming a member of the Drupal Association, individuals and organizations can help support the project and ensure that it remains open and accessible to all.