The Python Software Foundation (PSF) has withdrawn a $1.5 million proposal for a grant from the National Science Foundation due to terms that conflicted with their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Despite the potential benefits of the funding for enhancing Python security, the PSF prioritized their values and mission over financial gain. They are now seeking support from the community to sustain their operations.

The Python Software Foundation (PSF) has withdrawn its $1.5 million grant proposal to the US government due to terms that conflicted with its values on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Although the grant would have significantly benefited the PSF’s budget and security initiatives, the organization prioritized its mission and community principles over the funding opportunity.

The Python Software Foundation (PSF) has withdrawn a $1.5 million grant proposal from the US National Science Foundation due to new terms that would restrict the organization from promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The PSF, which has a limited annual budget, deemed acceptance of the grant a significant risk to its operations and mission. A unanimous decision by the board led to the withdrawal of the application.