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TON Grants Program is aimed at providing initial support for ambitious teams to kick off product development or migrate a successful existing product to TON from another blockchain.
-According to our current strategy, we prioritise projects that have a potential to activate and onboard the mass audience of Telegram into TON and web3. It means such products need to have a strong social element, easy onboarding and good UX to effectively attract and retain the user.
+*Currently, our grant focus is on DeFi projects within the TON ecosystem. We’re supporting developers building innovative DeFi solutions like decentralized exchanges, lending protocols, and yield farming platforms. This grant offers funding and resources to accelerate growth and adoption. If your project advances decentralized finance, this is your chance to gain support and make an impact. Click [here for more details](https://www.notion.so/1115274bd2cf80f0b639f84f3914356a?pvs=21)*
-Apart from that, we always welcome initiatives that help enhance the TON overall infrastructure & especially the DeFi landscape, facilitate the deployment of and interaction across DApps and Telegram Mini Apps, bring a unique value to the ecosystem and attract users and financial value from outside of TON.
+Apart from that, we always welcome initiatives that help enhance the TON overall infrastructure & facilitate the deployment of and interaction across DApps and Telegram Mini Apps, bring a unique value to the ecosystem and attract users and financial value from outside of TON.
-It is important to note that we do not support products that fail to show the unique value proposition and are identical to the ones that already exist on TON. Instead, we focus on novel innovative business cases, even if within the same product vertical, but that promise to disrupt the landscape and have a clear marketing strategy to deliver that.
+It is important to note that we do not support products that do not have an MVP or fail to show the unique value proposition and are identical to the ones that already exist on TON. Instead, we focus on novel innovative business cases, even if within the same product vertical, but that promise to disrupt the landscape and have a clear marketing strategy to deliver that.
Applicants are thus invited to carefully study the [TON Ecosystem map](https://github.com/ton-society/ecosytem-map) as the first obligatory step in the application process.
# Grant Categories
-Projects that align with the following priority categories have an increased likelihood of receiving grant support from the TON Foundation:
+## 1. DeFi
-## 1️⃣ Telegram Mini Apps: Social Web3 Use Cases
+While TON boasts strong and successful DeFi protocols, DApps and Telegram Mini Apps, there is always space for new innovative solutions in the ecosystem.
-This category is mostly about B2C applications inside Telegram with a clear vision of how to use the social potential of Telegram, achieve virality and retain the user. Please note that the use of TON in your DApp is a mandatory requirement and that your focus should be on activating web2 users and bringing them on-chain.
+- traction on another chain (TVL > $10M / Monthly Trading Volume > $50M - whichever is more relevant to your protocol) and/or deep proven experience in DeFi
+- **Funding:** Up to **520k**
+ - **up to $300k in grant support**
+ - **up to $200K in user rewards**
+ - **up to $20K in Telegram ads**
+- support with smart contract audits
+- potential LP rewards after token launch
-This category includes but is not limited to:
+### The **list** of **what we are looking for** includes but is not limited to:
-- **SocialFi**: Telegram Mini Apps (TMA) that help creators monetize their social media content (e.g., FriendTech-like cases or a tool that helps crypto channel owners earn on sharing successful trades/new token launches)
-- **E-commerce:** marketplaces of digital and physical goods with viral social tools for onboarding and retaining the user like sharing, gifting, or group buying (e.g. Kaikai-like platforms)
-- **Utility**: daily use TMA that fulfil some functional needs and necessarily use web3 to improve the UX of daily use cases (e.g., Calendar, Task tracker)
-- **Community & Brand management**: tools aimed at engaging communities inside Telegram (e.g., Loyalty programs, Ticketing)
-- **Onboarding platforms:** Telegram Mini Apps that provide a simple way into web3 through the use of [@wallet](https://t.me/wallet) and/or self-custody TON wallets and through engaging users to perform simple tasks (e.g., Quests, Educational apps).
-### 1.1. Initial Deployment
+1. **Collateralized Debt Position (CDP) / Synthetic Assets.** Teams are welcome to explore innovative mechanisms for over/partial collateralization, soft liquidation, and stability in the form of tools, services, or entire CDP platforms.
+
+ References: [https://makerdao.com/,](https://makerdao.com/) [https://crvusd.curve.fi/,](https://crvusd.curve.fi/) [https://www.liquity.org/,](https://www.liquity.org/) https://youves.com/.
+
-Directed to developing and deploying the Proof of Concept with the integration of [TON Connect](https://docs.ton.org/develop/dapps/ton-connect/overview) and/or @wallet ([Wallet Pay](https://pay.wallet.tg/)).
+1. **Yield Farming.** This category entails creating innovative farming strategies, boosting liquidity pools, or developing separate tools that automate and optimize yield generation. The use of auto-compounding and multi-asset farming is welcome.
+
+ References: [https://beefy.com/,](https://beefy.com/) [https://app-v2.acryptos.com/,](https://app-v2.acryptos.com/) https://app.kamino.finance/
+
-**Grant size: up to $10K in TON**
+1. **Algorithmic Stablecoins.** Teams are invited to explore new stabilization mechanisms, peg maintenance strategies, and governance models to ensure resilience against volatility.
+
+ References: [https://frax.finance/,](https://frax.finance/) https://overnight.fi/
+
-### 1.2. Live Non-TON-based Projects with Substantial Traction
+1. **Concentrated Liquidity Market Maker.** Builders can focus on developing advanced market-making algorithms, optimizing liquidity pools, or creating tools that allow users to maximize returns while minimizing capital exposure. Please consider that Uni V3 Implementation wouldn’t work on TON because it is impossible to implement CLMM architecture with Ticks.
+
+ References: [https://uniswap.org/,](https://uniswap.org/) [https://pancakeswap.finance/,](https://pancakeswap.finance/) [https://traderjoexyz.com/](https://traderjoexyz.com/avalanche)
+
-Directed to moving a project that is live on another blockchain to TON in the form of a TMA and transferring the user base. The grant amount in this case will depend on DAU, MAU, TVL, transaction volume and other relevant metrics. For example, for GameFi & Social DApps, we would prioritise products with DAU>5K, MAU>20K, R1 > 25%, R7 > 10%, R14 > 5%.
+1. **New DeFi Primitives on TON.** This broad category invites team to explore new financial instruments, decentralized protocols, or smart contract solutions that enhance the TON ecosystem's functionality, scalability, and sharding. It is recommended to thoroughly study TON’s architecture and propose something new and unique.
-**Grant size: up to $50K in TON**
+---
-## 2️⃣ DeFi
+## 2. Social Web3
-While TON boasts strong and successful DeFi protocols, DApps and Telegram Mini Apps, there is always space for new innovative solutions in the ecosystem.
+This category focuses on B2C or B2B2C applications within Telegram, aiming to harness the social potential of the platform to onboard Web2 users, achieve virality, and ensure user retention. It includes subcategories such as **SocialFi, Utility Apps, Community & Brand Management Tools, E-commerce**, and others.
-The list of what we are looking for **includes but is not limited to**:
+Teams applying to this category are encouraged to experiment with:
-- Lending protocols
-- Derivatives DEXs
-- DEXs with weighted pools (like Balancer.fi)
-- Yield aggregators
-- Liquidity layers
-- Restaking
+1. Leveraging existing Telegram features (e.g., channels, boosts, giveaways, gated chats/content, stories, reactions) and enhancing them by integrating Web3 elements.
+2. Combining the functionality of Telegram with other social platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, YouTube, etc.
+3. Introducing new communication methods within Telegram using the TON blockchain.
+4. Implementing sharing and referral mechanics to drive engagement.
+5. Focusing on group mechanics (competitions, squads, challenges) to onboard and engage entire communities rather than individual users.
-The size of grant for this category depends on the TVL of the protocol on the chain where it’s already deployed and on the experience of the team. There are therefore 4 tiers of DeFi grants*:
+> **Inspiration** from Open League **Summer Hackathon finalists**:
+>
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- Tier 2 |
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+**Examples include**: [t.me/boosteambot](http://t.me/boosteambot) **|** [t.me/overleap_bot](http://t.me/overleap_bot) **|** [t.me/tontch_bot](http://t.me/tontch_bot) **|** [t.me/inone_me_bot](http://t.me/inone_me_bot)
-**TVL > $300M**
-- Up to $200k in grant support
-- $300K in pre-committed rewards for protocol users
-- $20K in free Telegram ads credits
+**Funding**: Up to **$50K in TON**.
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+---
-**TVL > $100M**
-- Up to $150k in grant support
-- $150K in pre-committed rewards for protocol users
-- $15K in free Telegram ads credits
+## 3. Gaming & Onboarding
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- Tier 3 |
- Tier 4 |
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+This category is dedicated to Web3 games that emphasize easy onboarding, viral social mechanics, referral programs, competitive elements (squads, leaderboards, group challenges), and engaging gameplay. While the primary focus is on games in the form of Telegram Mini Apps, standalone games for PC or mobile are also welcome.
-**TVL > $50M**
-- Up to $75k in grant support
-- $50K in pre-committed rewards for protocol users
-- $10K in free Telegram ads credits
+> **Note**: The Grants Program does not support clicker games that merely replicate the functionality of Notcoin or similar apps. It prioritizes games with innovative mechanics and engaging gameplay.
+>
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+**Funding**: Up to **$50K in TON**.
-**For experienced DeFi teams with a new product idea**
-- Up to $30K in grant
-- $20K in pre-committed rewards for protocol users
-- $5K in free Telegram ads credits
+---
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+## 4. Developer Education
+This grant category supports educational initiatives that train developers to build on the TON blockchain. We prioritize courses that are both informative and engaging, using languages like Tact and FunC. Additionally, courses that cover Mini Apps and social mechanics will be considered to help expand developer expertise and application possibilities on TON.
-*the above-listed thresholds are indicative and are subject to change.
+**Requirements**:
-## 3️⃣ GameFi
+- **Initial Research**: Applicants must demonstrate a solid understanding of the TON Blockchain and Telegram Mini Apps ecosystem, including its unique features.
+- **Use of Fundamental Concepts**: Educational programs should incorporate core principles of TON Blockchain architecture.
+- **Detailed Curriculum**: Proposals must include a comprehensive curriculum outlining clear learning objectives and modules.
+- **Go-To-Market Strategy**: A clear go-to-market strategy should be presented, with a plan to achieve over 1,000 enrollments.
+- **SBT for Completion**: Course creators will issue Soul-Bound Tokens (SBTs) to users who successfully complete the course, using the provided tools and framework.
-This category is designed for Web3 games with easy onboarding, viral social mechanics, referral programs, elements of competition (squads, leaderboards, group challenges) and exciting gameplay. While the focus is on games in the form of Telegram Mini Apps, standalone games for PC or mobile are welcome to apply too.
+**Funding**: Up to **$20K in TON**.
-Please note that this Grants Program does not support clicker games that merely replicate the functionality of Notcoin or similar apps but rather focuses on games with new and innovative mechanics and gameplay.
+---
-**Grant size: up to $10K in TON for initial deployment and up to $50K in TON for an existing game with sustainable metrics.**
+## 5. Other
-## 4️⃣ Developer Education
+This category encompasses a wide range of projects, including open-source technical projects and commercial initiatives that enhance the TON infrastructure. This can include solutions that improve deployment, interaction across DApps, and Telegram Mini Apps, as well as projects in other verticals such as infrastructure, trading bots, NFT tooling, AI, etc.
-This grant category is dedicated to supporting educational programs that train developers to build on the TON blockchain. We focus on courses that are both informative and engaging, using straightforward language in programming like Tact and FunC. Additionally, we can support Mini Apps and Social Mechanics courses to further expand developer skills and application possibilities on the platform.
+> Applicants are strongly encouraged to conduct thorough research on the current TON infrastructural and business landscape before submitting a proposal. Solutions must be technically feasible and offer a unique value proposition that significantly enhances the TON ecosystem.
+>
-### Categories:
+**Funding**: Up to **$20K in TON**.
-1. **Ecosystem Projects:** For protocols within the ecosystem looking to train developers on creating new products on their platforms.
-2. **External Teams:** Encouraging teams outside the ecosystem to learn and build on TON.
+---
-### Requirements:
+🚫**Note**: The program does not fund simple integrations of TON into existing solutions (e.g., wallets, portfolio trackers, DEXs, or NFT marketplaces). It prioritizes projects that provide unique value specifically for the TON ecosystem.
-- **Initial Research:** Applicants must demonstrate a solid understanding of TON Blockchain and Telegram Mini Apps ecosystem and its unique features.
-- **Use of Fundamental Concepts:** Programs should incorporate the core principles of TON Blockchain architecture.
-- **Detailed Curriculum:** Proposals must include a well-detailed curriculum that clearly outlines the learning objectives and modules.
-- **Clear GTM Strategy:** Applicants should present a clear go-to-market strategy with a detailed plan to achieve over 1000 enrollments.
-- **SBT for Completion:** Course creators will issue Soul-Bound Tokens (SBTs) to users who successfully complete the course, using provided tools and framework.
+---
-**Grant size:** **up to $20K are available for launching the first educational product, with potential for continued support based on success and impact.**
+# **Generally, your proposal will have better chances to be accepted if:**
+- It presents a **clear description** of the problem and your solution to it, and the proposed concept is well-researched and tested by the team. Priority will be given to projects that are able to demonstrate some early user traction (commercial use cases) or at least some technical work conducted (infrastructural cases).
+- Your team has **proven business experience** in the respective field as well as the technical knowledge of relevant languages and technologies. Please note that we prioritise backing established teams with a proven track record of working together, and not solo developers. When describing your team, focus on the relevant **achievements and numbers**, showcasing the commercial traction that your previous products have.
+- There is an early **MVP or prototype** for the Grant team to assess.
+- You effectively explain your **user acquisition plan**. Applications without a clear go-to-market strategy will NOT be considered.
+- The application includes enough details on the **functionality** of your DApp / tool.
+- You break down your project into **specific milestones** with reasonable timelines and expected outcomes and deliverables for each phase. Note that we do NOT provide grants for research, so please make sure not to include research activities among your milestones.
+- A detailed and **reasonable budget** breakdown is provided. Justify each expense and ensure it aligns with industry standards - otherwise the proposal will be rejected. Please note that the requested budget in your proposal must not exceed $50K (except for the DeFi category).
+- You can demonstrate that the project will be **maintained** after the completion of the grant, be it through additional funding sources or an existing business model.
+- You can clearly present how your project **stands out among competitors** and implements the technology that doesn't exist in the ecosystem yet. Thoroughly think about your unique value proposition for the users of TON and explain how your solution is better than any product that exists either on TON or on other chains (please feel free to mention specific projects). We highlight again that a necessary step before submitting your application is to explore the [TON Ecosystem Map.](https://github.com/ton-society/ecosytem-map) We are happy to support multiple solutions in the same product vertical, but your differentiation must be clear.
-## 5️⃣ Other
+For more information please explore [How to apply for a TON grant page](https://www.notion.so/1145274bd2cf8015acddd0b7e8662ac5?pvs=21)
-This broad category consists of open-source technical projects; commercial projects that improve the TON infrastructure, including the deployment and interaction across DApps and Telegram Mini Apps, and products of other verticals (NFT tooling, AI, etc).
+Note - We do not provide support for marketing the projects. Funds are deployed to assist development of the project only. Please do not add that to funding request. We however do provide support to market your project in the TON ecosystem along with various other support mechanisms for founders.
-We kindly ask the teams applying for this grant category to do very thorough research on the current infrastructural & business landscape of TON before submitting an application. Make sure your solution is technically feasible and can greatly enhance the ecosystem.
+Please explore the [Founder support doc](https://www.notion.so/Welcome-to-TON-founder-ca6c2e3607fe4170a9fe984397e7bf5c?pvs=21) to understand more
-**Grant size: up to $50K in TON**
+---
-> 🚫 Please kindly note that we generally do not fund a mere integration of TON into existing solutions like wallets / portfolio trackers / DEXs / NFT marketplaces etc, focusing on proposals that showcase the unique value and clearly state their focus on the TON ecosystem.
+# TON Grants Rules
-**How to raise the chances of being accepted**
+### **General Grant Rules for Recipients**
-Anyone is welcome to apply for a grant. To increase your chances of being approved, you should strictly follow these Guidelines. Always remember that your grant application is essentially your pitch.
+1. Grant recipients must sign an agreement and adhere to its provisions.
+2. Recipients are required to act in good faith and communicate effectively with the Grants team.
-**What can the funds be spent for?**
+---
-Teams that plan to launch a product on TON from scratch can expect grant support for initial product development. Please note that we do not usually fund marketing campaigns at this stage, offering visibility in our official channels and facilitating collaborations inside the ecosystem instead.
+### **Project Milestones, Deadlines, and Compliance**
-Teams that have a live product with substantial traction on another chain and want to move to TON can get support for both product development and the migration of their user base to TON, based on the agreed milestones.
+1. Teams must strictly adhere to the deadlines for each milestone as outlined in their Questbook grant proposal. The entire project must be completed within **6 months** of grant approval.
+ - If a delay is anticipated, teams must notify the Grants team **at least 2 weeks in advance**, providing a clear justification. Upon approval, deadlines may be adjusted.
+2. Funds are disbursed **upon completion of each milestone**. No advance payments are provided.
+3. Throughout product development, teams developing mini apps must adhere to the [Telegram App Standards and Best Practices: Guide for TON teams](https://www.notion.so/Telegram-App-Standards-and-Best-Practices-Guide-for-TON-teams-6ba3e413137e41c5b0be901d5e8c6790?pvs=21).
+ - Upon submission of the final milestone, teams must demonstrate full compliance with these standards.
+4. The content of milestones may be adjusted based on circumstances, but only with an **exhaustive explanation** and **explicit approval** from the Grants team.
+5. Upon completion of the last milestone, teams must demonstrate:
+ - Full compliance with the [Telegram App Standards and Best Practices: Guide for TON teams](https://www.notion.so/Telegram-App-Standards-and-Best-Practices-Guide-for-TON-teams-6ba3e413137e41c5b0be901d5e8c6790?pvs=21) (for mini apps);
+ - Completion of the grant scope as outlined in the original Questbook proposal;
+ - Ideally, some early product traction, such as first app users (B2C) or client commitments (B2B).
+
+ *The final payout will not be made until all these conditions are met.*
+
-**Generally, your proposal will have better chances to be accepted if:**
+---
-- It presents a **clear description** of the problem and your solution to it, and the proposed concept is well-researched and tested by the team. Priority will be given to projects that are able to demonstrate some early user traction (commercial use cases) or at least some technical work conducted (infrastructural cases).
-- Your team has **proven business experience** in the respective field as well as the technical knowledge of relevant languages and technologies. Please note that we prioritise backing established teams with a proven track record of working together, and not solo developers. When describing your team, focus on the relevant **achievements and numbers**, showcasing the commercial traction that your previous products have.
-- You effectively explain your **user acquisition plan**. Applications without a clear go-to-market strategy will NOT be considered.
-- The application includes enough details on the **functionality** of your DApp / tool.
-- You break down your project into **specific milestones** with reasonable timelines and expected outcomes and deliverables for each phase. Note that we do NOT provide grants for research, so please make sure not to include research activities among your milestones.
-- A detailed and **reasonable budget** breakdown is provided. Justify each expense and ensure it aligns with industry standards - otherwise the proposal will be rejected. Please note that the requested budget in your proposal must not exceed $50K.
-- You can demonstrate that the project will be **maintained** after the completion of the grant, be it through additional funding sources or an existing business model.
-- You can clearly present how your project **stands out among competitors** and implements the technology that doesn't exist in the ecosystem yet. Thoroughly think about your unique value proposition for the users of TON and explain how your solution is better than any product that exists either on TON or on other chains (please feel free to mention specific projects). We highlight again that a necessary step before submitting your application is to explore the [TON Ecosystem Map.](https://github.com/ton-society/ecosytem-map) We are happy to support multiple solutions in the same product vertical, but your differentiation must be clear.
+### **Grant Cancellation and Termination Conditions**
-# Grant process and rules
+A grant may be **cancelled or terminated** under the following conditions:
-The Grants process generally looks as follows:
+1. **Failure to Meet Deadlines**: If teams fail to meet the deadlines set in the original proposal, without prior notification and approval from the Grants team, the grant may be cancelled.
+2. **Non-compliance with Standards**: If the team fails to comply with the [Telegram App Standards and Best Practices](https://www.notion.so/Telegram-App-Standards-and-Best-Practices-Guide-for-TON-teams-6ba3e413137e41c5b0be901d5e8c6790?pvs=21) and refuses to make necessary improvements, the grant may be revoked.
+3. **Changes to Milestones**: Teams that change the content of milestones without approval, and refuse to deliver the original scope, risk cancellation of the grant.
+4. **Misuse of Funds**: Any evidence of funds being used for unapproved purposes will result in immediate revocation of the grant.
+5. **Lack of Progress**: Consistent failure to meet key milestones or show progress without valid reasons may lead to termination. Regular progress reports are essential for assessment.
+6. **Inaccurate Application Information**: Providing false or misleading information during the application process or throughout the project will result in grant revocation. Transparency is critical.
+7. **Legal or Ethical Violations**: Any legal or ethical breach, including intellectual property violations or other unlawful actions, will result in grant termination.
+8. **Voluntary Withdrawal**: If a team discontinues the project, they must notify the TON Foundation, and the grant agreement will be terminated.
-1. Teams submit applications on [Questbook,](https://questbook.app/proposal_form/?grantId=65c7836df27e2e1702d2d279&chainId=10&newTab=true) and the TON Grants teams processes them accordingly.
-2. If the Grants team deems that the proposal does not meet the criteria set in the section above or falls outside of the current grant policy, an official rejection with an explanation for the decision is published on Questbook, and the application is closed.
-3. In case of interest towards the proposal, the Grants team asks for additional details directly on Questbook or, alternatively, contacts the applicant on Telegram and/or invites to a zoom call.
-4. If the applicant does not respond within **5 working days**, the proposal gets rejected. The applicant can always resubmit their proposal in the future.
-5. The Grants team makes the final evaluation of the proposal and communicates the decision on Questbook and to the team directly.
-6. In case of a positive outcome, the applicant shall **sign an official grant agreement** and undertake to follow [TON Grants Rules,](https://www.notion.so/ton-org/TON-Grants-Rules-4548acab386a4fc7b086aba53333e917?pvs=4) and the proposal gets officially approved.
-7. Upon the completion of a milestone, the grantee shares the results in the **Telegram group** and makes a respective comment in the original proposal on **Questbook**. The Grants team makes QA (Quality Assurance) and checks whether the submitted version of the product corresponds to the scope of the milestone.
+---
+### **Cancellation Procedure**
+- Grant cancellation is a **last resort**. The Grants team typically first recommends improvements and sets a deadline for corrections. If teams fail to cooperate or improve the submitted work, cancellation may be initiated.
+- In the event of cancellation, the proposal will be marked as ‘cancelled’ on Questbook, and no further payouts will be made.
-Other important things to bear in mind:
+---
-- Teams are asked to **finish a grant** before applying for a new one.
-- In exceptional cases described in [TON Grants Rules,](https://www.notion.so/ton-org/TON-Grants-Rules-4548acab386a4fc7b086aba53333e917?pvs=4) the grant may be cancelled.
-- Teams commit to delivering each milestone **strictly according to the deadline** set in the grant proposal on Questbook, and the entire grant scope - in **no longer than 6 months** from the moment of approval.
-- Teams receive funds **upon the completion of each milestone**. No advanced payment is envisioned by this grant program.
-- Teams are asked to **finish a grant before applying for a new one.**
-- Apart from the grant, we are happy to offer grantees our **technical and marketing support** and connect with the relevant players in the ecosystem. Please refer to [this document](https://ton-org.notion.site/Welcome-to-TON-founder-ca6c2e3607fe4170a9fe984397e7bf5c?pvs=4) to learn more.
-- We do NOT usually award grants to projects that have been the object of a successful **token sale.**
-- We do NOT support projects that fail to offer a **real utility** to the end user. That said, to express our appreciation and support towards memecoins as a community phenomenon, we invite such projects to refer to [Memelandia,]((https://ton.org/en/memelandia)) a cultural hub for memecoins on TON.
-- We do NOT fund projects that actively encourage **gambling, illicit trade, money laundering,** or criminal activities in general.
-
-Requirements specific to open-source technical projects:
-
-- All code produced as part of this category of grant must be open-sourced, and it must also not rely on closed-source software for full functionality. We prefer Apache 2.0, but GPLv3, MIT or Unlicense are also acceptable.
-- Applications must not mention a specific token. Furthermore, the focus of the application should lie on the software that is being implemented/research being carried out as part of the grant, and less on your project/venture/operation. For the purpose of the application and delivery, think about how others might also benefit from your work.
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-## [Apply now](https://questbook.app/proposal_form/?grantId=65c7836df27e2e1702d2d279&chainId=10&newTab=true)
+## Click here to [Apply now](https://questbook.app/proposal_form/?grantId=65c7836df27e2e1702d2d279&chainId=10&newTab=true)
+Click here to explore the [Grant Program site](https://www.notion.so/1115274bd2cf80f0b639f84f3914356a?pvs=21)