Seed Grant Program

The Seed Grants Program offers teams developing on Starknet grants up to $25,000 to foster the growth of the Starknet ecosystem.

• The grants will be awarded to individuals and teams demonstrating promising results in building applications on Starknet, using any combination of the following criteria:
• • Prior development experience on Starknet.
  • Active involvement in the Starknet community, indicated by participation in a Starknet hackathon, builder program, or another entry-level initiative.
  • Willing to submit a demo or links to a proof of concept or MVP.
  • Planning on using or building upon existing Starknet tools and integrations.
  • Experimenting with innovative concepts aimed at pushing boundaries on Starknet.
• All applicants will be required to provide an explanation detailing how the grant will be used within the next three months.
• Please note that projects currently affiliated with the Starknet Foundation’s Developer Partnership are not eligible to participate in the Seed Grants Program.

Grants are paid out in USDC.

You should receive a response around two weeks after submission.

Any project building on Starknet can be eligible for a grant. We welcome applications from all industries, and there are no restrictions on the types of projects we consider.

Starknet Foundation and Starkware team members will be reviewing the applications.

Applications will not be made public and will only be shared amongst the Starknet Foundation and Starkware team.

Yes — you will hear back if your application is not accepted.

No – you can apply for Seed Grants on an ongoing basis. Applications will be reviewed in rounds.

Please apply via this link, where you will be asked to fill out several questions.

Each application will be assessed by an experienced review committee based on potential impact, innovation, milestones, community engagement & track record, and embeddedness with the Starknet ecosystem.

Yes, however, you will be asked if you have previously applied to the Seed Grants program. If you have, please include details on how your project has evolved and improved since the last time you applied.

We encourage existing Starknet funded projects to apply and illustrate what they will use the Seed Grant for. However, please note that projects currently under a Developer Partnership will not be eligible for Seed Grants.

Yes, we are legally required to perform KYC/ KYB to verify identities and ensure funds are properly distributed. Any project unwilling to complete the required KYC/KYB procedures will not be eligible for a grant.

When completing your application, it's crucial to provide a comprehensive overview of your project, outlining its objectives, potential impact, and how it aligns with the Starknet ecosystem.Clearly articulate the unique value proposition of your project and how it addresses existing challenges or opportunities within the ecosystem.Additionally, detail your team's expertise, experience, and contributions, showcasing why you're the right group to bring this project to life.Finally, a well-thought-out plan for using the grant money is essential, as it will demonstrate a clear understanding of how the funds will be allocated to drive project success.

We welcome applications from all industries, and there are no restrictions on the types of projects we consider.

If you require more than $25,000, we recommend considering other funding options or discussing your specific needs with our team.While the Seed Grants program offers grants up to $25,000, we understand that some projects may require additional funding. Feel free to reach out to us to discuss potential alternatives or opportunities for further support

While any project can apply, your project has a much better chance of standing out if you can show prior Starknet alignment and participation.