And? It doesn't matter how simple it is, if it's FOSS or not. OP made something and they are showing it to HN. Let's not forget that HN is part of YC, who's sole purpose is to fund companies to make money, not charities.

I agree with your general point, but YC does accept non-profit orgs. https://www.ycombinator.com/nonprofits/

You are right, I should have phrased it differently, thanks for highlighting this.