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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 19h

🐦‍⬛ Big news for indie fans!

Pip Pepper Park Planner is joining the Indie Allies for Impact Itch.io bundle — supporting @takethis.org & @igdafoundation.org!

Want your game featured alongside titles like this? Submit here ➡️ buff.ly/ckZ29WL

#IndieGames #GameDevs #IGDAFoundation #TakeThis

Indie Allies for Impact bundle featuring Pip Pepper Park Planner

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 1d

📣 Got a great game? Let’s get it in front of 100K+ players!

Join Port(ing) Quest ⛵ for mentorship, workshops & global showcase opportunities. No mobile experience needed — we’ll help you every step.

👉 buff.ly/5ZG3yNc

#indiedev #gamedev #mobilegames

All aboard! We're looking for games to join us on a porting quest. Let us help you bring your game to mobile platforms and reach new global audiences.

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 4d

Huge thanks to @theguardian.com for spotlighting our work helping devs from around the world build sustainable careers in games 🎮💫

Read the story 👉 buff.ly/e5iyPDa

Support our mission to make games more inclusive: buff.ly/0Gz5Hib

#GameDev #Inclusion #IGDAFoundation

The non-profit helping people from all over the world to become successful game developers

The IGDA Foundation broadened its reach by attending the world’s biggest video games event this summer – but faces challenges funding its work helping underrepresented developers

www.theguardian.com

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 4d

Registration is now closed! Thanks to everyone who signed up--we can't wait to see you!

IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 4d

Registration is now closed! Thanks to everyone who signed up--we can't wait to see you!

IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 4d

Registration is now closed! Thanks to everyone who signed up--we can't wait to see you!

IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 4d

Registration is now closed! Thanks to everyone who signed up--we can't wait to see you!

IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 4d

Registration is now closed! Thanks to everyone who signed up--we can't wait to see you!

IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 4d

Registration is now closed! Thanks to everyone who signed up--we can't wait to see you!

IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 4d

Registration is now closed! Thanks to everyone who signed up--we can't wait to see you!

IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 4d

Registration is now closed! Thanks to everyone who signed up--we can't wait to see you!

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Take This @takethis.org · 6d

The games are rolling in, but there's plenty of space for yours too!

Join Astropods, Pip Pepper, Devil's Liminal, Meouch, and others in the upcoming Indie Allies for Impact bundle on @itch.io, benefiting Take This and the @igdafoundation.org.

More info and submit your game: tinyurl.com/iaibundle

Text reads: ":Indie Allies for Impact. Play it forward! Got a game on itch dot eye oh? Whether it's premium or free to play, we'd love for you to play it forward by donating your game to support our cause." There are four game covers featured in the center of the image: Astropods Starside Glaze, Pip Pepper Park Planner, Devil's Liminal, and Meouch. Text in the middle of the four games reads "Join these and other great games!" In the background are colorful blocks reminiscent of Tetris. At the bottom are the logos for Take This, The IGDA Foundation, and Itch dot eye oh.

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 4d

🚨 The BIPOC Virtual Career Fair starts TODAY at 2 PM PST!

Sign-ups are closing soon—don’t miss your chance to connect with studios, mentors & experts in games 🎮

👉 Register now: buff.ly/Oa2nP62

#CareerFair #GameDevs #IndieDevs #BIPOCProfessionals

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 5d

🎯 Learn from the best!

Our mentors are ready to share insights, feedback & support at the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair!

October 10, 2025 — 2 PM–6 PM PST / 5 PM–9 PM EST
October 11, 2025 — 9 AM–11 AM PST / 12 PM–2 PM EST

✨ Join us: buff.ly/Oa2nP62

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 6d

✨ Want to attend #GamesBeatNext in SF (Nov 12–13)?

@gamesbeat.bsky.social has offered the IGDA Foundation 5 complimentary passes ($1,200 each) to raffle!

🎟️ $50 donation = 1 entry
🌍 Supports underrepresented voices in games
⏳ Deadline: Oct 23

👉 buff.ly/5ymUiWd

#Giveaway #IGDAFoundation #GameDev

GamesBeat Next returns November 12-13 in San Francisco. Unlock VIP access with GB MAX.

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 6d

🌟 Meet some of the mentors for the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair!

Oct 10–11, connect with industry pros for resume reviews, career advice & networking.

🎮 Sign up: buff.ly/neKjsYb

#CareerFair #GameDevs #IndieDevs #BIPOCProfessionals

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 7d

🎉 Big thanks to Gatherly for sponsoring the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair!

Oct 10–11, we’re connecting BIPOC talent with studios & career opportunities in games.

🎮 Join us: buff.ly/Oa2nP62

#CareerFair #GameDevs #IndieDevs #BIPOCProfessionals

Gatherly virtual events is sponsoring the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair!

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 8d

👋 Meet our host Amir Satvat!

He’ll be bringing energy and expertise to the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair October 10th. Don’t miss your chance to learn from him & connect with industry leaders!

🎮 Save your spot: buff.ly/Oa2nP62

#CareerFair #GameDevs #IndieDevs #BIPOCProfessionals

Amir Satvat will be hosting the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair on Friday @ 2:00pm PT

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 10d

✨ Say hi to @carnivaljedi.bsky.social, one of our amazing hosts for the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair!

Oct 10th, she’ll help you connect, learn, and level up your career in games.

🔗 Register: buff.ly/OVuTcsb

#CareerFair #GameDevs #IndieDevs #BIPOCProfessionals

TaSh Elzie will be hosting the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair on Friday @ 3:30pm PT

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 11d

🎤 Meet @junaebenne.bsky.social, one of your guides at the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair Oct 10–11!

Join us for 2 days of skills, connections & career growth in games.

👉 Sign up: buff.ly/yGmpRnn

#CareerFair #GameDevs #IndieDevs #BIPOCProfessionals

Junae Benne will be hosting the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair on Saturday @ 9am PT

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 12d

🚨 Indie devs! Got a game on @itch.io (or one coming soon)?

We’re building the Indie Allies for Impact bundle with @takethis.org + @igdafoundation.org — and we want your games in it! 🎮

More eyes on your work, more support for indies + mental health.
👉 Apply here: buff.ly/J1UAuST
#GameDevs #IndieDev

Indie Allies for Impact. Play it forward! Got a game on itch.io? Whether it's premium or free-to-play, we'd love for you to "play it forward" by donating your game to support our cause! All proceeds from the bundle will go directly to supporting the worm of Take This and the IGDA Foundation.

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 13d

🌊 Bring your game to mobile with Port(ing) Quest ⛵

Get mentorship, workshops, & a global showcase reaching 100K+ players—all designed to help #gamedevs expand their audience.

Spots are limited → buff.ly/2tUDh4R

#indiedev #mobilegames @igda.org @getwigi.com

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 18d

📣 The 2nd annual BIPOC Virtual Career Fair is here! 🎮
Oct 10–11, connect with studios & experts, sharpen your skills, and level up your career in games.

➡️ Sign up: buff.ly/4ko99so

#gamedevs #indiedevs #lookingforwork

BIPOC Virtual Career Fair October 10 & 11. Presented by IGDA Foundation, Black in Gaming, Sugar Gamers Labs, and WIGI.

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 19d

🚨 Last chance! 🚨

Apply by Sept 30 to join Port(ing) Quest ⛵—helping #gamedevs bring their games to mobile with mentorship, workshops & a global showcase reaching 100K+ players.

👉 buff.ly/EFem95r

#indiedev #mobilegames

All aboard! We're looking for games to join us on a Port Quest! Let us help you bring your game to mobile platforms and reach new global audiences. Apply by September 30. Brought o you by IGDA Foundation, IGDA, and WIGI.

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Take This @takethis.org · 20d

Hey indie game devs! @takethis.org & @igdafoundation.org are teaming up to create the Indie Allies for Impact @itch.io bundle later this year, and we need your help.

We're looking for games to include in the bundle. For more info & to submit your game, check out this form: tinyurl.com/iaibundle

Navy blue background. At the top, and black and white image of Playstation controllers, a computer keyboard, and a computer mouse. In the foreground of that image, text reads "Indie Allies for Impact." The logos for Take This, the IGDA Foundation, and itch.io are also present. Below, text in a slightly darker blue box reads "Indie game developers! Take This and the IGDA Foundation are teaming up for an itch.io charity bundle, and we want you to be a part of it! More information and submit your games at tiny URL dot com slash i a i bundle

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