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Polkadot Grants — ZHC Institute | ZHC Institute Get help applying → Official site Back to grants Description Eligibility Application Process Contact Polkadot Grants support development in the Polkadot ecosystem through multiple funding pathways including the Web3 Foundation Grants Program, Polkadot Treasury, and various bounty programs.
With funding from $10K to $100K+ depending on the program, Polkadot funds parachain development, core infrastructure, DeFi tooling, and applications leveraging the interoperable multi-chain architecture.
For ZHC builders, Polkadot offers unique advantages - true interoperability between parachains through XCM (Cross-Chain Messaging), shared security through the relay chain, and the ability to launch dedicated blockchains with custom logic. The Substrate framework enables rapid development of custom blockchains that connect seamlessly to Polkadot's ecosystem.
With renewed focus in 2025 on cross-border payments, AI applications, DePIN/IoT solutions, and Web2-to-Web3 bridges, Polkadot provides strong support for technically sophisticated projects. Web3 Foundation Strategic Funding Product-oriented research and development Strong technical focus with proven experience Open-source requirement (Apache 2.
0, MIT, GPLv3, or Unlicense) Cannot have completed token sale Path to sustainability within 12-24 months Any DOT holder can submit proposals On-chain governance voting by token holders Focus on ecosystem benefit and community value Larger funding amounts available ($100K+) Early-stage builders on Polkadot Up to $10,000 USD per project Individuals and small teams Open-source software development Priority Focus Areas (2025-2026) Cross-border payments & stablecoins (Latin America, Southeast Asia focus) AI applications (content authentication, verification systems) DePIN/IoT solutions with marketable products Proof-of-personhood and identity solutions Web2 to Web3 bridges (familiar UX patterns) DOT token utility and demand drivers Substrate runtime modules and tooling Parachain development and deployment Cross-chain messaging (XCM) implementations Developer tooling and infrastructure Research and educational content Projects requiring custom blockchain logic and governance Multi-chain applications needing true interoperability Cross-chain bridges and messaging protocols Research-heavy technical projects Open source infrastructure with strong community Teams with Rust/Substrate experience Projects serving broad user bases with practical value Generic blockchain approach without Polkadot-specific innovation Single-chain only with no interoperability needs Token sale focus without genuine utility Pure marketing efforts without technical deliverables No clear path to financial sustainability Unaware of regulatory requirements in target markets Cannot be meaningfully tested by community Web3 Foundation Strategic Funding Step Timeline Details Research priorities Ongoing Review focus areas and past funded projects Prepare application 1-2 weeks Technical details, team background, milestones Submit application — Via GitHub or application form Initial review 2-4 weeks Technical committee evaluation Due diligence 2-3 weeks KYC/KYB, technical assessment Approval decision — Notification of acceptance or feedback Milestone delivery Project-based Paid in stages upon completion Final evaluation Post-completion Assessment and potential follow-on funding Polkadot Treasury Proposal Step Timeline Details Draft proposal 1-2 weeks On Polkassembly or Subsquare for feedback Community discussion 2-3 weeks Gather input, refine proposal Submit on-chain — Requires DOT deposit Referendum period 2-4 weeks Token holder voting via OpenGov Execution Post-approval Automatic treasury payout if approved Fast Grants & Bounty Programs Step Timeline Details Review requirements — Check specific bounty guidelines Submit application — Via respective GitHub or platform Quick review 1-2 weeks Faster turnaround than main grants Approval & funding Post-approval Direct payment in DOT Detailed technical specification Team GitHub profiles and past work Milestone breakdown with deliverables Maintenance and sustainability plan Market analysis (for business-oriented projects) Community benefit demonstration Open-source licensing commitment Well-researched concept with prior work Proven team experience in relevant technologies Rich technical details and well-defined scope Tangible proof of ecosystem benefit Clear differentiation from competitors User-centric innovation with broad applicability Strong financial planning and discipline Program Funding Range Best For Fast Grants Up to $10K Early-stage prototypes Open Source Bounty Up to $30K Small team development W3F Strategic $30K-$100K+ Product development & research Treasury Proposals $100K+ Large ecosystem initiatives Parachain Slot Auction-based Crowdloan or treasury funding Polkadot Treasury & OpenGov Polkassembly (Treasury proposal platform) Subsquare (Alternative governance platform) Email: grants@web3.
foundation Additional Funding Options Scytale Digital : Polkadot Ecosystem Fund (VC funding) Harbour Capital : Polkadot-focused VC fund Moonbeam Grants : Parachain-specific ecosystem grants DeFi Bounty : Infrastructure and tooling focused UX Bounty : User experience improvements ink!
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