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 ## Contributing Ideas
 Have something you want to say about Open Whisper Systems projects or want to be part of the conversation? Get involved in the [community forum](https://whispersystems.discoursehosting.net).
 
-## Contributing Funds
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-You can add funds to BitHub to directly help further development efforts.
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 Help
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 ## Support