Mac Admins Foundation Announces Addigy as a Major Sponsor

Washington, D.C. and Miami, Florida – July 19, 2023 – Addigy, a leading provider of Apple device management solutions, today became a major sponsor of the Mac Admins Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on advancing the global community of IT professionals who specialize in managing Apple devices. The sponsorship supports the Mac Admins Foundation’s efforts to provide educational resources, community support, and professional development opportunities for Mac administrators worldwide.

The Mac Admins Foundation runs the popular Mac Admins Slack workspace, which provides more than 57,000 Apple-focused IT professionals a space to collaborate and share best practices. The foundation also offers training scholarships and provides community & conference grants to support the entire Mac Admin community – from those just entering the workforce to seasoned professionals looking to advance their careers.

“Sponsors make it possible for us to provide meaningful educational opportunities and resources to individuals seeking growth within the IT field,” said Tom Bridge, Co-Chair of the Mac Admins Foundation. “Our online community is free and openly accessible, and companies like Addigy allow us to keep it that way. The partnership between Addigy and the Mac Admins Foundation will no doubt provide greater opportunities for our community, as well as support innovation within the broader industry.”

"We are thrilled to support the Mac Admins Foundation," said Jason Dettbarn, CEO of Addigy. "As a company deeply committed to supporting IT professionals, this partnership aligns perfectly with our mission. We look forward to working closely with the Mac Admins Foundation to advance the Mac administration community and help organizations fully leverage the power of Apple devices.”

To connect with other Mac admins, join the Mac Admins Slack workspace. For more information about Addigy and its cloud-based Apple device management platform, please visit www.addigy.com.

Mac Admins Foundation Announces Recipients of Community and Conference Grant

The Mac Admins Foundation, a leading organization dedicated to advancing the global community of Apple device managers, is delighted to congratulate the recipients and applaud all of the applicants of the inaugural Community and Conference Grant. This grant program aims to empower individuals who face financial barriers or lack the means to participate in transformative events in the technical field.

The Community and Conference Grant generated an enthusiastic response, attracting a diverse pool of passionate and motivated individuals with a strong desire to enhance their technical skills. The Grant committee reviewed each application, assessing factors such as relevance, depth, clarity, specificity, and originality of the responses.

After an extensive selection process, the Mac Admins Foundation proudly announces that five outstanding recipients have been chosen for the inaugural Community and Conference Grant.

These individuals will receive financial and logistical support to attend the prestigious 2023 MacAdmins Conference at Penn State University (PSU), an industry renowned conference that provides access to a wide range of enlightening sessions, workshops, and networking events. In addition to conference registration, each recipient will be awarded a grant of $2,500 (USD) to cover associated expenses including travel, accommodations, and expenses.

"We are thrilled to support these exceptional individuals in their pursuit of professional growth and advancement," said Tom Bridge, Co-Chair of the Mac Admins Foundation. "Through the Community and Conference Grant, we aim to foster the development of a new generation of technical professionals who will shape the future of the industry. We hope this is the first of many grants to come."

The Mac Admins Foundation also wishes to recognize and commend all the applicants who shared their passion. The board and grant committee recognize the efforts, enthusiasm, and aspirations of these individuals.

The Mac Admins Foundation is committed to supporting individuals seeking to excel in the technical field and invites all interested individuals to apply for future grant opportunities. The Mac Admins Foundation urges everyone to share future programs with others who may benefit from the support and resources it provides.

About the Mac Admins Foundation

The Mac Admins Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that exists in order to advance the global community of people who manage Apple devices at large and small scales. Launched in May of 2022, based on a community begun in 2015, the Mac Admins Foundation runs conference and training scholarships for Mac Admins all over the world, in addition to running the Mac Admins Slack, a free collaboration platform of more than 50,000 Mac Admins.

Apply now for the 2023 Community and Conference Grant

The Mac Admins Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the Community and Conference Grant. The Community and Conference Grant intends to broaden the experience of deserving individuals with the intent to foster their development as a new generation of technical professionals.

This inaugural grant will provide recipients

The Mac Admins Foundation desires that the grant be awarded to those individuals who have financial need, or, may otherwise lack the means or opportunity to attend an event of this type.

Grant program applicants should self identify with one or more of the following criteria:

  • You are early in, or starting, your career in technology

  • You have not previously been able to attend an event or conference of this type

  • You are currently unable to self-fund, or secure institutional funding for event attendance

The Community and Conference Grant does not require formal submission of work or financial credentials. This grant is designed to support individuals who are passionate about advancing their technical skills and knowledge, and who would benefit from the opportunity to connect with experts and leaders in the field. 

To apply for the grant, interested candidates must submit an application that includes responses to several questions related to their experience and goals in the technical field.

Applications will be reviewed by the grant committee, who will evaluate each response based on factors such as relevance, depth, clarity, specificity, and originality.

We encourage all interested individuals to apply for this scholarship and to share this opportunity with others who may be interested. The deadline for applications is May 28th, 2023, and successful applicants will be notified on or about June 6th, 2023.

You can contact the Mac Admins Foundation at scholarships@macadmins.org or #macadminsfoundation with any questions.

Announcing the 2023 Community and Conference Grant for the MacAdmins Conference at Penn State

The Mac Admins Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the Community and Conference Grant. The Community and Conference Grant intends to broaden the experience of deserving individuals with the intent to foster their development as a new generation of technical professionals.

This inaugural grant will provide recipients

  • Registration for the 2023 MacAdmins Conference at Penn State University (PSU)

  • $2500 (USD) to cover applicable expenses

Grant applications will be available on the Mac Admins Foundation website and open on May 18th, 2023. Submissions will close May 28th, 2023. Recipients will be notified on or about June 5th, 2023.

Mac SysAdmin & Developer Conference ticket giveaway

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The Mac Admins Foundation is excited to announce a giveaway of two (2) tickets to the 2023 Mac SysAdmin & Developer Conference. This year’s conference will be in Brighton, UK with an expo on May 22nd followed by the conference on the 23rd and 24th.

This giveaway is only open to individuals located in the UK.

Two (2) names will be selected from submissions received by 5pm PST Tuesday April 18th using a random number generator. Winners will be contacted on or about Friday April 21st.

We kindly request that you consider your personal availability to attend the conference before entering the giveaway. The ticket is for entrance to the conference only. There are no funds or grants of any kind included in this giveaway.  This includes, but is not limited to, transportation, lodging, and food. 

Please refer to the Mac SysAdmin & Developer Conference website for additional details on ticket benefits and inclusions.

To enter your name in our random drawing, please submit your information here. Only one response per person will be accepted.

You can contact the Mac Admins Foundation at giveaways@macadmins.org with any questions.