The Python Software Foundation (PSF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation that holds the intellectual property rights behind the Python programming language. Python Software Foundation manages the open source licensing for Python version 2.1 and later and own and protect the trademarks associated with Python. The mission of the Python Software Foundation is to promote, protect, and advance the Python programming language, and to support and facilitate the growth of a diverse and international community of Python programmers.

PSF also runs the North American PyCon conference annually and support other Python conferences around the world, and funds Python related development with their grants program and funding special projects. Follow their blog for regular updates and recent developments. For a brief overview of all the activities of the Python Software foundation, Refer to the Executive Summary