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@@ -12,6 +12,11 @@ subtitle:
 As part of our commitment to the Python community, we offer special grants for
 people in need of financial aid to attend EuroPython 2026.
 
+<Note>
+  <span className="block text-2xl font-semibold mb-3">Update: All Round 1 grant offers have been sent</span>
+  <span className="block">If you haven’t heard from us, your application will <strong>automatically be considered for Round 2</strong>. No further action is needed.</span>
+</Note>
+
 <div class="bg-white text-black p-6 rounded-lg shadow-md my-6">
   <p class="font-bold text-xl mb-2">Applications are now open</p>
   <p class="mb-2"><strong>Deadline:</strong> 11 May 2026 (second round, [Anywhere on Earth][AoE])</p>