PyCharm and Django Launch Fall Fundraiser for Foundation Initiatives
JetBrains and the Django Software Foundation (DSF) have launched their annual fall fundraiser, "Buy PyCharm, Support Django." This campaign aims to raise critical funds for DSF initiatives, including a new Executive Director role, Django Fellows, and community programs. Through September 7, 2026, participants receive a 30% discount on PyCharm licenses, with JetBrains matching the purchase amount as a donation to the DSF. This support is crucial for the continued growth and maintenance of the Django framework.
- →JetBrains and Django Software Foundation Announce Fall Fundraiser
- →Campaign Supports Critical Django Initiatives
- →Purchase PyCharm with a 30% Discount to Donate
- →Alternative Ways to Support the Django Software Foundation
Notes (4) ›
- JetBrains and Django Software Foundation Announce Fall Fundraiser
The Django Software Foundation (DSF) and JetBrains have started their second annual "Buy PyCharm, Support Django" fall fundraiser. This campaign provides a significant opportunity for the community to contribute to the DSF's core initiatives and ensure the framework's continued success.
- Campaign Supports Critical Django Initiatives
Funds raised will support a new full-time Django Executive Director, Django Fellows for framework development and maintenance, Django Girls for beginner accessibility, international community events, and the Djangonaut Space program for new contributors. The Executive Director role is highlighted as essential for the DSF to reach its $500,000 annual funding goal.
- Purchase PyCharm with a 30% Discount to Donate
The fundraiser runs until September 7, 2026. During this period, buying a new PyCharm license or renewing an existing one through a special campaign link offers a 30% discount, with JetBrains donating an equal amount to the Django Software Foundation.
- Alternative Ways to Support the Django Software Foundation
Beyond the PyCharm campaign, individuals can donate to the DSF directly via credit card on its website, through GitHub Sponsors, or via the Benevity Workplace Giving Program. Corporate sponsorships for larger donations (over $2000) are also available.
https://www.djangoproject.com/weblog/2026/aug/25/pycharm-django-fall-fundraiser/
Related releases
- Django Shares Mechanics of Code of Conduct Governance and Contributor Covenant 3.0 Adoption Django Weblog ·
- Django Software Foundation Hosts Open Space at DjangoCon US for Community Discussion Django Weblog ·
- FastAPI 0.140.7 Patch Update Improves OpenAPI Dependency Handling FastAPI Releases ·
- Django Software Foundation Hosts Office Hours to Discuss ED Search and Fundraising Django Weblog ·
- Django Moves to Annual Release Cycle with Unified Support Model Django Weblog ·
- Django Software Foundation Seeks Executive Director Django Weblog ·