PSF Community Partner Program
The Python Software Foundation (PSF) is pleased to invite regional PyCons, Python workshops, Meetups, organizations, and other Python-related initiatives to apply to become Community Partners.
This is a non-monetary partnership offered to qualifying applicants to help support their events and initiatives through:
- Attaching the PSF name to the event or initiative to gain credibility and attract sponsors
- Promotional support through re-sharing of qualifying social media posts on PSF social media accounts (LinkedIn, Bluesky, Mastodon, X)
The program is administered by PSF Staff and the review and approval process is managed by the PSF Grants Work Group. In some instances, the PSF Board may be consulted.
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Criteria
Similar to the PSF Grants Program, the PSF needs to ensure the applicant meets certain criteria before agreeing to be a Community Partner. To qualify, the applying event or initiative must:
- Have a positive impact on the Python community
- Be Python-specific, or majority Python-related
- Have an established web page (e.g. dedicated domain, Meetup, or Luma page)
- Have an enforceable Code of Conduct with clear reporting mechanisms
- Acknowledge and agree to the bounds of the Community Partner title, as outlined in the application form
Learn more about PSF grants on our Grants Program page.
Community Partner Process
Application
The Community Partner application is a one-page Google Form that collects information to facilitate review by the Grants Work Group, including:
- Basic applicant information (name, email)
- Event, organization, or initiative details (type, website, description)
- Acknowledgements (Trademark usage, Code of Conduct)
Additional questions help support the event or initiative, gather metrics, or assist in evaluation.
Groups that organize multiple events in a year (e.g. Meetups, PyLadies Chapters) should apply for the group as a whole versus individual events to keep the volume of applications manageable for administration and the GWG's capacity.
How to Submit
Submit your application at least 6 weeks before your event or initiative. First-time applicants are encouraged to apply 8 weeks in advance.
Applications may be submitted up to 6 months in advance. This allows the PSF to provide timely promotional support.
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Review
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Pre-review by PSF Staff
- Follow-up questions as needed
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Review by the PSF Grants Work Group
- PSF Board consulted in some cases
- Follow-up questions as needed
Decision
Decisions are communicated via email. Upon acceptance, partners receive information on:
- PSF logo usage
- Social media re-sharing
- Optional reporting
Reporting (Optional)
Approved Community Partners may submit an optional post-event report to help the PSF understand:
- Event outcomes
- Program impact
- Potential improvements
Information on reporting will be provided after approval.
Promotional Support
The PSF may re-share up to two eligible social media posts per Community Partner. This number of posts to be reshared is capacity dependent on the Grants Work Group Chair and the timing of the posts are dependent on the PSF's social media calendar.
Eligible Posts
- Save the date
- Mission statements
- Call for Proposals announcements
- Schedule releases
- Travel grant or scholarship announcements
Ineligible Posts
- Fundraisers or donation requests
- Paid registration promotions
- Purchases or revenue-related content
Posts must be professional and inclusive. Content that is discriminatory, sexualized, or otherwise inappropriate will not be shared.
Concerns may be reported to grants@python.org.
Feedback, Questions, & Office Hours
Questions and feedback can be sent to grants@python.org.
The PSF Grants Program Office Hours is a text-only chat based office hour hosted on the Python Software Foundation Discord at 1-2PM UTC (9AM Eastern) on the third Tuesday of the month. (Check what time that is for you.) The server is moderated by PSF Staff and is locked in between office hour sessions. If you’re new to Discord, check out some Discord Basics to help you get started.
Resources
The PSF maintains a library of free event-organizing resources: PSF Free Resources
Example Application
Questions
- First Name: Joey
- Last Name: Python
- Email: joeylovespython@email.com
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Type of Event or Initiative:
- Conference – PyCon
- Event or Initiative Title: PyCon Jupiter
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Short Description of the Event or Initiative:
PyCon Jupiter is a community-organized conference focused on raising awareness about Python in space.
- Event or Initiative Date: 6/7/2028
- Link to Event or Initiative Website: pycon.jupiter.com
- Link to Event or Initiative Code of Conduct: pycon.jupiter.com/coc
- Event or Initiative City and Country: New Earth, Jupiter
- Expected Number of Attendees or Participants: 100
- Approximately what percentage of the event is Python-related? 100%
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Acknowledgements:
By submitting this form, I acknowledge that:
- I acknowledge that the PSF Community Partnership being applied for with this form does not make the event or initiative an official or legal part of the PSF, and is a method to help support the event or initiative.
- I acknowledge that the event or initiative related to this application is and will continue to follow the PSF Trademark Usage Policy, which includes the use of "PyCon" and "PyLadies".
- I acknowledge that the PSF Community Partnership being applied for with this form is only active for this individual event or initiative, does not automatically transfer to future editions or variants of the event or initiative, and can generally be considered valid for one year after the date of approval.
- I acknowledge that if the PSF Community Partnership being applied for with this form is for a long-term initiative, that I will re-apply if there are any substantial changes to the initiative's goals, purpose, mission, or leadership.
- I acknowledge that the PSF Community Partnership being applied for with this form does not explicitly endorse any particular action, feature, or part of the event or initiative.
- I acknowledge that the PSF Community Partnership being applied for with this form does not constitute the authority for events or initiatives to run talks, workshop sessions, booths, or any other event or initiative features under the pretense of being an official part of the PSF.
- I acknowledge that talks, workshop sessions, booths, or any other event or initiative features are welcome to mention, promote, or discuss the PSF as long as they are well-defined as community led.
- I acknowledge that the PSF Community Partnership being applied for with this form may be revoked by the PSF at any time due to misrepresentation, mishandling of Code of Conduct, or any other issue deemed unacceptable by the PSF. In this case, I agree to the removal of the PSF name, logo, and mentions of Community Partnership if a request of removal is made.