# Grants

The CHIPS Developer Grants Program funds projects that contribute to ecosystem growth in the following categories:

### dApp Development

Funding for developers building decentralized applications that utilize the CHIPS blockchain.

* DeFi protocols (DEXs, lending platforms)
* NFT marketplaces and gaming applications
* Social and identity-based dApps

### Infrastructure and Tooling

Support for building tools that enhance developer experience.

* Block explorers, wallets, and API services
* Smart contract testing frameworks
* Developer SDKs and middleware

### Research and Security

Funding for blockchain security audits, research, and innovative scaling solutions.

* Smart contract audits
* Zero-knowledge proofs and privacy solutions
* Layer-2 scaling solutions

### Education and Community

Grants for initiatives that onboard new developers and grow the CHIPS community.

* Developer workshops and hackathons
* Technical documentation and tutorials
* Community-led initiatives

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### Eligibility and Application Process

#### Who Can Apply?

* Individual developers or teams
* Open-source projects (preferable but not required)
* Startups and companies building on the CHIPS blockchain

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### Grant Tiers

Grants are structured into tiers based on project scope and impact:

<table data-header-hidden><thead><tr><th width="189.2421875"></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Grant Tier</td><td>Funding Amount</td><td>Project Stage</td></tr><tr><td>Seed Grant</td><td>Up to $10,000 USD value in CHIPS</td><td>Idea-stage projects, early prototypes</td></tr><tr><td>Builder Grant</td><td>$10,000 - 50,000 USD value in  CHIPS</td><td>MVPs and small-scale dApps</td></tr><tr><td>Scale Grant</td><td>$50,000 - 200,000 USD value in  CHIPS</td><td>Fully functional dApps with user traction</td></tr><tr><td>Ecosystem Grant</td><td>$200,000+ USD value in CHIPS</td><td>Large-scale infrastructure projects</td></tr></tbody></table>

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### Application Process

Here are the instructions on the CHIPS Developer Grant process:

1. Visit here to submit an application:  <https://bit.ly/chipsgrantsform><br>
2. Review and Evaluation
   1. Technical feasibility review
   2. Assessment of potential ecosystem impact
   3. Community feedback and governance vote (for larger grants)<br>
3. Grant Approval and Funding Disbursement
   1. Funding is released in milestones based on project progress
   2. Ongoing reporting is required
   3. Developer Support and Incentives

In addition to funding, grant recipients gain access to:

* Technical Mentorship: Direct support from CHIPS core developers.
* Ecosystem Integration: Assistance with integrating CHIPS smart contracts.
* Marketing and Community Exposure: Promotion across CHIPS social channels.
* Networking Opportunities: Connections with investors and industry leaders.

4. Governance and Transparency\
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   The CHIPS Developer Fund is managed through on-chain governance, ensuring transparency and accountability:
   1. Community Voting:  Large grant allocations are subject to DAO votes.
   2. Treasury Reports:  Regular updates on grant spending.
   3. Performance-Based Funding:  Projects that fail to meet milestones may have grants revoked.

### Build on CHIPS!

The CHIPS Developer Grants Program is here to support builders. Whether you’re creating the next big dApp, developing essential tooling, or enhancing blockchain security, we’re here to help.


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