In 2005, the Python Software Foundation received the Computerworld Horizon Award for "cutting-edge" technology.

[4][5] The PSF focuses on empowering and supporting people within the Python community with grant programs that support sprints, conferences, meetups, user groups, and Python development.

The PSF provides a structure by which work, donations, and sponsorships are coordinated worldwide.

These tiers include: Since late 2012, the Python Software Foundation started recommending that all Python conferences create and apply a code of conduct.

This is mandatory to any event to be granted funds by the Python Software Foundation.