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-          <p>Our opportunity grant application window is now closed. All decision notifications have been sent.</p>
 
-          <p>If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the opportunity grants team at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>.</p>
+        <p><strong>UPDATE</strong>: The application window has been extended to Monday, April 29th at Noon EDT!</p>
 
-          <h2 id="diversity-sponsorships">Diversity Sponsorships</h2>
+    <p>Our <a href="https://forms.gle/Pi12J6vFQHq2CSAy5">opportunity grant application</a> is open until April 29, 2024 at <a href="https://time.is/1200PM_29_Apr_2024_in_New_York?DjangoCon_US_2024_CFP_closes">12 PM EDT</a>.</p>
 
-          <p>Your organization can help increase diversity at DjangoCon US by contributing to the Opportunity Grant Fund.
-          Please check out our <a href="/sponsors/information/">Sponsorship Information</a> page for more information.</p>
+    <p>If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the opportunity grants team at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>.</p>
 
-      <h2 id="frequently-asked-questions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
+    <h2 id="diversity-sponsorships">Diversity Sponsorships</h2>
 
-      <h3 id="what-are-opportunity-grants">What are opportunity grants?</h3>
-      <p>They are grants to encourage and facilitate the participation of those who otherwise might not be able to attend the conference.
-      They can be used for conference-related expenses like travel, lodging, etc.</p>
+    <p>Your organization can help increase diversity at DjangoCon US by contributing to the Opportunity Grant Fund.
+    Please <a href="mailto:[email protected]">e-mail us to ask about sponsorship opportunities</a>.</p>
 
-      <h3 id="why-did-the-name-change-to-opportunity-grants">Why did the name change to “opportunity grants”?</h3>
-      <p>We renamed “financial aid” to “opportunity grants” to become a more inclusive and diverse conference.
-      We feel the wording “opportunity grants” makes a positive shift towards being a thriving, supportive and trusting community.</p>
+    <p><br></p>
 
-      <h3 id="when-will-i-find-out-whether-ive-received-an-opportunity-grant">When will I find out whether I’ve received an opportunity grant?</h3>
+    <h2 id="frequently-asked-questions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
 
-      <p>You should have received your notification. If you haven’t, please email the opportunity grant team at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>.</p>
+    <h3 id="what-are-opportunity-grants">What are opportunity grants?</h3>
+    <p>They are grants to encourage and facilitate the participation of those who otherwise might not be able to attend the conference.
+    They can be used for conference-related expenses like travel, lodging, etc.</p>
 
-      <h3 id="do-i-need-to-be-a-speaker-a-first-time-attendee-or-a-member-of-an-underrepresented-group-to-receive-an-opportunity-grant">Do I need to be a speaker, a first-time attendee, or a member of an underrepresented group to receive an opportunity grant?</h3>
+    <h3 id="why-did-the-name-change-to-opportunity-grants">Why did the name change to “opportunity grants”?</h3>
+    <p>We renamed “financial aid” to “opportunity grants” to become a more inclusive and diverse conference.
+    We feel the wording “opportunity grants” makes a positive shift towards being a thriving, supportive and trusting community.</p>
 
-      <p>We try to allocate opportunity grants to a diverse set of attendees based on need.
-      Our review process is holistic and considers many different factors, most notably the impact we think attending DjangoCon US will have on the applicant.</p>
+    <h3 id="when-will-i-find-out-whether-ive-received-an-opportunity-grant">When will I find out whether I’ve received an opportunity grant?</h3>
 
-      <h3 id="when-will-i-receive-my-opportunity-grant">When will I receive my opportunity grant?</h3>
+    <p>You will be notified by June 14, 2024.</p>
 
-      <p>The opportunity grant is paid to the recipient at the conference or shortly after.</p>
+    <h3 id="do-i-need-to-be-a-speaker-a-first-time-attendee-or-a-member-of-an-underrepresented-group-to-receive-an-opportunity-grant">Do I need to be a speaker, a first-time attendee, or a member of an underrepresented group to receive an opportunity grant?</h3>
 
-      <h3 id="how-will-i-receive-my-opportunity-grant">How will I receive my opportunity grant?</h3>
+    <p>We try to allocate opportunity grants to a diverse set of attendees based on need.
+    Our review process is holistic and considers many different factors, most notably the impact we think attending DjangoCon US will have on the applicant.</p>
 
-      <p>The opportunity grant is paid to the recipient in a check for US account holders.
-      A bank transfer is used for non-US account holders.
-      We typically use TransferWise for international payments but have used other services for currencies they do not support.</p>
+    <h3 id="when-will-i-receive-my-opportunity-grant">When will I receive my opportunity grant?</h3>
 
-      <p>We require receipts for the items that the opportunity grant was spent on.</p>
+    <p>The opportunity grant is paid to the recipient at the conference or shortly after.</p>
 
-      <h3 id="is-there-anything-i-should-know-if-i-am-traveling-into-the-us-from-another-country">Is there anything I should know if I am traveling into the US from another country?</h3>
+    <h3 id="how-will-i-receive-my-opportunity-grant">How will I receive my opportunity grant?</h3>
 
-      <p>If you are traveling into the United States, we strongly encourage you to wait to purchase airfare or book a hotel room until after your visa has been accepted.</p>
+    <p>The opportunity grant is paid to the recipient in a check for US account holders.
+    A bank transfer is used for non-US account holders.
+    We typically use TransferWise for international payments but have used other services for currencies they do not support.</p>
 
-      <p>You can request a visa letter at <a href="/invitation">Get Invitation Letter</a>.</p>
+    <p>We require receipts for the items that the opportunity grant was spent on.</p>
 
-      <h3 id="what-if-there-is-an-emergency-and-i-cannot-attend">What if there is an emergency and I cannot attend?</h3>
+    <h3 id="is-there-anything-i-should-know-if-i-am-traveling-into-the-us-from-another-country">Is there anything I should know if I am traveling into the US from another country?</h3>
 
-      <p>If you are denied entry to the US with a valid visa, we will pay your non-refundable costs (up to the amount of your opportunity grant).
-      For other emergencies or additional costs, we will review the recipient’s needs on a case-by-case basis.</p>
+    <p>If you are traveling into the United States, we strongly encourage you to wait to purchase airfare or book a hotel room until after your visa has been accepted.</p>
 
-      <h3 id="how-to-donate">How To Donate</h3>
+    <p>Find out more details and get your invitation letter at our <a href="/visas/">Visa information page</a>.</p>
 
-      <p><a href="/sponsors/information/">Become a Sponsor</a>! You or your company can sponsor at a specific level or sponsor a particular need, such as wifi, meals, or sprints.
-      Contact our <a href="mailto:[email protected]">sponsorship chair</a> directly to find out how you can sponsor us.</p>
+    <h3 id="what-if-there-is-an-emergency-and-i-cannot-attend">What if there is an emergency and I cannot attend?</h3>
+
+    <p>If you are denied entry to the US with a valid visa, we will pay your non-refundable costs (up to the amount of your opportunity grant).
+    For other emergencies or additional costs, we will review the recipient’s needs on a case-by-case basis.</p>
+
+    <h3 id="how-to-donate">How To Donate</h3>
+
+    <p>Become a Sponsor! You or your company can sponsor at a specific level or sponsor a particular need, such as wifi, meals, or sprints.
+    Contact our <a href="mailto:[email protected]">sponsorship chair</a> directly to find out how you can sponsor us.</p>
+
+    <p>You may also donate directly to the Opportunity Grant Fund by buying an extra ticket for an attendee who couldn’t otherwise afford it when you purchase your ticket. Alternatively, you can add a dollar amount of your choosing.</p>
 
-      <p>You may also donate directly to the Opportunity Grant Fund by buying an extra ticket for an attendee who couldn’t otherwise afford it when you purchase your ticket. Alternatively, you can add a dollar amount of your choosing.</p>
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