Notices by Python Software Foundation (thepsf@fosstodon.org)

ATTN PSF Voting Members: The 2025 PSF Board election vote is open now until September 16th! If you affirmed your intention to vote in this year's election, or voted last year, you should have an email with voting instructions 🗳️ Learn more on our blog:
https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2025/09/the-2025-psf-board-election-is-open.html

Thinking about a new job? 🤔 Check out all the companies who will be at the #PyConUS Job Fair this year, looking for talented members of the Python community!

Register to join us just on Sunday, May 18th, or come along for the full event: https://us.pycon.org/2025/attend/information/

@hpk thank you for the suggestion. We have been receiving similar questions through other channels and have developed a refund policy for international attendees to help our community plan for PyCon US 2025 more confidently. We understand traveling to the US is complex currently, and we encourage each person to make their own decision based on their personal risk assessment and travel conditions. https://us.pycon.org/2025/attend/international-travel/

US Supporters: If you like to make your tax-deductible gifts during the last few days of December, we'd be honored to be counted among the charities you choose to support this year 💝 Help us #PowerPython and its future!
https://www.python.org/psf/donations/2024-q4-drive/

📬 Did you get the special edition December PSF Newsletter?

⚠️ Spoiler: the newsletter has the latest @pycon US updates and recaps how you can help us #PowerPython with a donation or Supporting Membership! https://www.python.org/psf/donations/2024-q4-drive/

#python
https://www.python.org/psf/donations/2024-q4-drive/

With record-high demand in 2024 for our Grants Program (supporting ~30,000 Pythonistas worldwide 🌍), we’re introducing updates to ensure sustainability and focus on impactful support. Part 1 in the series details the thoughtful process behind the changes: https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2024/12/psf-grants-program-charter-updates-part-1.html

The PSF has continued working to improve and steward our Grants Program to grow with the #Python community and our foundation. This blog series shares updates and announces upcoming changes to the Grants Program. Check out the TLDR; to start:
https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2024/12/psf-grants-program-charter-updates-tldr.html

⏰🐍 Time is running out! Just 12 hours left to grab this @nostarch Humble Bundle!

Get 18 coding books covering #Python and other programming languages 🐍💻. Plus, proceeds go to the PSF!

Don't miss this chance to learn *and* support the PSF—get the deal before it's gone!

https://www.humblebundle.com/books/learn-you-some-code-no-starch-books-encore

#PowerPython

The December edition of the PSF Grants Program Office Hour is kicking off shortly 🐍📋 9AM EST, 1PM UTC. Join us if you have any PSF Grant related questions! #python
https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2024/02/introducing-psf-grants-office-hours.html

The December edition of the PSF Board Office Hour is about to begin 🐍 🗒️ 9 PM UTC. Join us to share how we can help your community, express your perspectives, and provide feedback for the PSF! #python https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2024/08/ask-questions-or-tell-us-what-you-think.html
https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2024/08/ask-questions-or-tell-us-what-you-think.html

📣 Tomorrow is the last day to jump on the 30% discount on PyCharm from JetBrains! Make sure to take advantage of the deal, and share with your #Python friends 🐍🐍🐍 #PowerPython

https://lp.jetbrains.com/psf-q4-2024-fundraiser-3783/

The PSF supports and maintains python.org, @pypi, #Python documentation, and many more services the community relies on. Help #PowerPython by sustaining these services with a donation or PSF membership 💡💻 https://www.python.org/psf/donations/2024-q4-drive/

The PSF fiscally sponsors 20 organizations (like @pyladies and PyPA!) to enable them to focus on building #Python and its community. Your support fuels the PSF and our fiscal sponsorees, empowering Pythonistas worldwide. Donate today to help #PowerPython!

https://www.python.org/psf/donations/2024-q4-drive/

The PSF Board met for our annual retreat in September to connect, discuss strategy, and work on how the PSF can continue to grow and support our wonderful #Python community! We invite you to read our report to learn more:
https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2024/11/psf-board-retreat-2024.html

Our end of year fundraiser + membership drive has launched! There are 3 ways to join in to #PowerPython + the PSF:
- 30% off PyCharm from JetBrains 🏷️
- Donate directly 🎁
- Become a member 🪪
Learn more:
https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2024/11/help-power-python-2024-fundraiser.html

Part of the PSF's mission includes acting as a fiscal sponsor to mission-related #Python events, groups, and projects. The PSF provides 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status to fiscal sponsorees and back office administrative support. https://www.python.org/psf/fiscal-sponsorees/

As we head towards the end of 2024, we're gearing up for our annual end-of-year fundraiser. This year we're focusing on how we can #PowerPython together. Help us power the future of #Python by donating to our 20 wonderful Fiscal Sponsorees! https://linktr.ee/thepsf

The November edition of the PSF Board Office Hours is about to begin 🐍 🗒️ 2 PM UTC. Join us to share how we can help your community, express your perspectives, and provide feedback for the PSF! #python
https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2024/08/ask-questions-or-tell-us-what-you-think.html

Check out this @TheNewStack podcast episode featuring our Executive Director, @baconandcoconut! She dives into the future of #Python, why it’s such a hit with beginners, and more. Listen here:
https://thenewstack.io/why-beginning-developers-love-python/

We recognize that the recent bylaws conversation was off-putting for many. Being a friendly and supportive space is integral to the continued growth of Python and we remain committed to providing that space. Read more:
https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2024/07/pythons-supportive-and-welcoming.html