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

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

Enormous news! the Python Software Foundation now has a 5 year commitment with Fastly to deliver @pypi, us.pycon.org, and much more. We appreciate you and your continued investment in the #python community, Fastly! #PyConUS

Software Bill-of-Materials (SBOM) documents are now available for CPython source artifacts! 🥳 #python #cpython #sbom https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2024/02/software-bill-of-materials-now-available-for-cpython.html

Ever wonder what CPython is made of? 🤔 SBOMs are like a list of ingredients for software which lets Python users track vulnerabilities in the runtime and its dependencies with confidence instead of guesswork.

https://pyfound.blogspot.com/2024/02/software-bill-of-materials-now-available-for-cpython.html

@mkennedy @LauraLangdon @gpshead @webology

Thanks for all the comments and thoughtfulness. We know many people largely aren't masking anymore and that it can be a social impediment. We have committed for this year to masking, and we won't change that, for the reasons mentioned about not wanting to do a “bait and switch” with the policy for people who make plans to attend based on the policy in place when they registered/paid for travel/submitted their CFP proposals. (1/2)