This marks a major turning point in the history of React.
For the first time since its creation, React and React Native no longer depend exclusively on Meta.
During the React Conf 2025, Meta announced the creation of the React Foundation — an independent organization responsible for shaping the future of React.
An open and collaborative governance
Until now, the development of React was largely centralized within Meta.
With the React Foundation, the framework enters a new era of shared governance: neutral, open, and focused on cross-company collaboration.
The foundation’s mission is to ensure the longevity, stability, and innovation of the React ecosystem while maintaining its independence from any single company.
Founding members
The foundation is made up of several key players from the JavaScript ecosystem:
- Meta (creator of React)
- Expo (React Native and mobile development)
- Amazon
- Microsoft
- Vercel (Next.js)
- Callstack
- Software Mansion
Each of these members will play an active role in the technical and strategic decisions around React, ensuring a collective vision for its evolution.
Why it’s a revolution for developers
React is no longer a "proprietary" project.
Until now, its evolution mainly depended on Meta, which sometimes raised concerns about the direction the framework was taking.
With the React Foundation, governance becomes neutral and collaborative, meaning technical decisions will now be made collectively by a group of stakeholders sharing common goals such as:
- stability,
- performance,
- and the long-term sustainability of React.
This new governance model should accelerate framework improvements and better reflect the needs of the community.
Moreover, Meta remains involved and continues to invest in React, ensuring continuity and resources for future growth.
Finally, this openness fosters unprecedented technical collaboration between teams from Microsoft (VS Code), Vercel (Next.js), Expo (React Native), and other major contributors.
It’s a strong signal: the best teams in the world are now co-building the future of React. 😬
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