interesting...

"php|architect, the monthly magazine for PHP professionals, it proud to
announce the launch of the php|architect Grant Program. Its purpose is
to provide financial support for the PHP-related open-source projects
that have the potential of bringing the greatest benefit to the PHP
community in general.
On June 30, we will announce the assignments of two $1,000 grants to as
many projects selected among those who will have entered into the
program."

http://www.phparch.com/grant/