Last call post for grants/cfp, publish volunteer info (#2411)

Author: mxsasha

docs/_data/berlin-2025-config.yaml

@@ -108,7 +108,7 @@ sponsorship:
 
 grants:
  url: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvTwk29nEHRnXhzwF-TX4mSCbtBXxo7qOPcwGQugCar6ocZg/viewform
- ends: 'August 1, 2025'
+ ends: 'August 1, 2025, 23:59 CET'
  notification: 'August 20, 2025'
 #
 #shirts:

docs/conf/berlin/2025/news/cfp-grants-closing.md

@@ -0,0 +1,59 @@
+---
+template: {{year}}/generic.html
+og:image: _static/conf/images/headers/{{shortcode}}-{{year}}-opengraph.jpg
+---
+
+```{eval-rst}
+.. post:: July 31, 2025
+   :tags: {{shortcode}}-{{year}}
+```
+
+# Last call for Call for Proposals and Opportunity Grants
+
+We're excited to see all the proposals you've sent in for our Berlin conference!
+
+This is your last call to submit in our Call for Proposals, and/or request an Opportunity grant.
+
+Of course, tickets are still on sale!
+
+## Request your Opportunity Grant now
+
+This is your last chance to request an Opportunity Grant.
+You have until **{{ grants.ends }}** to apply.
+We aim to notify all recipients {{ grants.notification }}.
+
+See our [Opportunity Grants page](https://www.writethedocs.org/conf/{{shortcode}}/{{year}}/opportunity-grants/) for more information and the grant application.
+
+## Submit your talk by {{ cfp.ends }}
+
+You have just a few days left to submit a talk for this conference.
+Check out the [Call for Proposals page](https://www.writethedocs.org/conf/{{shortcode}}/{{year}}/cfp) for more details about what would make a great talk.
+
+If you already have an idea but are having a difficult time getting your proposal together, you can always ask for talk feedback on the [Write the Docs Slack](https://www.writethedocs.org/slack/). The community is here to help!
+
+- Talk proposals are due by {{ cfp.ends }}. We do not accept late submissions.
+- Everyone who submits will receive a response by {{ cfp.notification }}.
+
+## Volunteer applications open
+
+Our Volunteer application is open!
+
+We are looking for volunteers to provide support with a variety of conference roles - registration, unconference, stage support, load out, and more.
+
+See our [Volunteering page](https://www.writethedocs.org/conf/{{shortcode}}/{{year}}/volunteer/) for more information and the application.
+
+
+## Join our Community of Sponsors
+
+Each year, we are grateful for the support of like-minded organizations that share our belief in a collaborative and welcoming community spirit, helping to make the conference a success.
+
+Thanks to our current sponsors:
+
+```{eval-rst}
+.. datatemplate::
+   :source: /_data/{{shortcode}}-{{year}}-config.yaml
+   :template: {{year}}/sponsors-simplelist.rst
+```
+
+Check out our [sponsorship prospectus](https://www.writethedocs.org/conf/{{shortcode}}/{{year}}/sponsors/prospectus/) to learn more and join the community.
+

docs/conf/berlin/2025/volunteer.md

@@ -1,35 +1,54 @@
 ---
 template: {{year}}/generic.html
 og:image: _static/conf/images/headers/{{shortcode}}-{{year}}-opengraph.jpg
-banner: _static/conf/images/headers/2025/volunteer.jpg
 ---
 
 # Volunteer Information
 
-Our volunteer application is coming soon! We are looking for volunteers to provide support with a variety of conference roles - registration, Unconference, stage support, catering, load out, and more.
+Our Volunteer application is open! We are looking for volunteers to provide support with a variety of conference roles - registration, unconference, stage support, load out, and more.
 
-Each individual assigned for two or more 3-4 hour shifts receives a **free ticket** to the conference.
+Completing this form gives us an idea of what days and roles you are interested in volunteering. Another form will be sent out once the speaker schedule is released in early March.
 
-## Volunteer Roles
+Each individual who volunteers for two or more 3-4 hour shifts receives a **free ticket** to the conference.
 
-### Registration
+## Apply today
 
-- Check in attendees, provide general information inquiries, answer venue questions, and field other requests or direct individuals to the correct staff member who can provide support.
+**Timeline:**
 
-### Stage Support
+-   Now until September 1 (or volunteer capacity is reached): Volunteer application open
+-   September 1: Volunteer sign-up form emailed with specific timed shifts
+-   Week of September 29: Volunteer schedule emailed
+
+**[Sign up today! View the Volunteer Application form for more information.](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6Pv-j8X6fn6h7PTIefbBYihgAAYmpzOo7Q_ne0o5KUC1PGQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=108132524478212091435)**
+
+![Volunteer photo](/_static/img/2024/volunteer.jpg)
+
+## FAQs
+
+### How many shifts am I required to volunteer?
+
+Each volunteer must work two assigned shifts 3-4 hours in length. Each individual who volunteers for two shifts receives a free ticket to the conference. If you want to volunteer more shifts, please contact [email protected].
+
+### What volunteer roles do you have?
+
+#### Registration
+
+Check in attendees, provide general information inquiries, answer venue questions, and field other requests or direct individuals to the correct staff member who can provide support.
+
+#### Stage Support
 
 - Assist presenters while on stage - troubleshoot issues with slides, video, or audio portions of their presentation. Please apply for this role if you have some A/V knowledge; it is not required, but experience with different operating systems is a plus!
 
-### Unconference
+#### Unconference
 
-- Assist the Unconference coordinator, help folks sign up to host a session, maintain an updated schedule, direct individuals and groups to their tables, and keep tables looking neat.
+- Assist the Unconference coordinator, help folks sign up to host a session, maintain an updated schedule, direct individuals and groups to their tables, and minimal clean up of tables.
 
-### Venue Load Out
+#### Venue Load Out
 
 - What's more fun than setting things up? Taking them down! Load out conference set up and leave the conference hall better than we found it.
 
-## Will travel assistance be provided?
+### Will travel assistance be provided?
 
-Unfortunately, we cannot offer travel assistance to volunteers. We encourage you to apply for the Opportunity Grant. [View grant application here!](https://www.writethedocs.org/conf/{{ shortcode }}/{{ year }}/opportunity-grants/) 
+Unfortunately, we cannot offer travel assistance to volunteers. 
 
-Contact berlin@writethedocs.org with any additional questions.
+Contact katie@writethedocs.org with any additional questions.