Ecosystem Grants

Where big ideas find support

Apply for Aptos Ecosystem Grants to turn bold ideas into lasting impact.

Ecosystem Grants back builders strengthening the Aptos network.

The Aptos Foundation’s Ecosystem Grants fund exceptional founders and startups building applications, infrastructure, and tools that expand the Aptos network. Grants typically range from $5,000 to $50,000 and are milestone-based.

Who Should Apply Aptos Foundation backs projects that have momentum today and the potential to scale tomorrow.

Team
Strong execution matters most. We look for great founders with the ability to build something exceptional.
Traction
Teams must have a live product with evidence of real user adoption, early market demand, or community growth that shows potential to scale.
Focus
Projects should be Aptos-native or open-source, or have a clear plan to open-source over time.
Fit
Proposals should strengthen the Aptos ecosystem by advancing tools, infrastructure, or delivering novel user experiences.

The Application Process Ecosystem Grants follow a clear, milestone-based process

Apply
Submit your roadmap, milestones, and budget and explain how a grant will support your growth.
Review
Applications are evaluated on an ongoing basis. Some applicants may be invited to a short call.
Approval & Agreement
Selected teams complete identity verification and sign a grant agreement.
Funding & Growth
Funds are released in stages as you hit agreed milestones.

FAQs

Who can apply?

We welcome applications from small teams, enterprises, academic and research groups, and non-profit organizations.

Projects involving illicit trade, money laundering, pornography, or illegal activity are not eligible. “Restricted persons” as defined by our Terms of Use are also ineligible.

Which track should I apply for?

If your project fits within the Payments or Consumer focus areas, apply directly to those tracks. Payment Grants fund teams reimagining how money moves (wallets, APIs, compliance, and infrastructure), while Consumer Grants support fast, experimental projects designed for on-chain adoption.

If your project doesn’t fall into either of those categories, the Ecosystem Grants track is the best fit.

Do I need to be open source now?

Open-source projects are preferred, but a clear plan to open-source over time is also acceptable. In some cases, you may be asked to open-source specific components related to your Aptos grant, such as smart contracts.

How are grants funded?

Funding is milestone-based. You’ll propose milestones in your application, and if approved, funds are released in stages as those milestones are met.

Do I receive funds immediately?

If tokens are part of your grant, they may be subject to a lock-up period of 40 days to up to 12 months from vesting.

What if I’m not eligible for an Ecosystem Grant?

Ecosystem Grants are for teams with traction. If your project is still early, Aptos builder programs, such as hackathons and Aptos Assembly, are designed to help teams gain traction and maturity before applying for direct grants.

Build. Scale. Apply for an Ecosystem Grant.

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public fun ignite_chain_reaction(): bool {
    // Spark innovation
    // Fuel momentum
    // Chain it with Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun deploy_with_confidence(): bool {
    // Test it
    // Ship it
    // Trust Aptos to scale it
    return true;
}


public fun empower_creators_on_aptos(): bool {
    // Tools for builders
    // Freedom for creators
    // Power by Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun redefine_possibilities(): bool {
    // Break limits
    // Build freely
    // Launch globally on Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun grow_without_limits(): bool {
    // No ceilings
    // No bottlenecks
    // Just Aptos performance
    return true;
}


public fun connect_across_chains(): bool {
    // Interoperability
    // Security
    // Aptos at the core
    return true;
}


public fun code_scale_repeat(): bool {
    // Code smart
    // Scale fast
    // Repeat with Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun onboard_the_next_billion(): bool {
    // Real users
    // Real speed
    // Onboard the world with Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun ignite_chain_reaction(): bool {
    // Spark innovation
    // Fuel momentum
    // Chain it with Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun deploy_with_confidence(): bool {
    // Test it
    // Ship it
    // Trust Aptos to scale it
    return true;
}


public fun empower_creators_on_aptos(): bool {
    // Tools for builders
    // Freedom for creators
    // Power by Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun redefine_possibilities(): bool {
    // Break limits
    // Build freely
    // Launch globally on Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun grow_without_limits(): bool {
    // No ceilings
    // No bottlenecks
    // Just Aptos performance
    return true;
}


public fun connect_across_chains(): bool {
    // Interoperability
    // Security
    // Aptos at the core
    return true;
}

public fun ignite_chain_reaction(): bool {
    // Spark innovation
    // Fuel momentum
    // Chain it with Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun deploy_with_confidence(): bool {
    // Test it
    // Ship it
    // Trust Aptos to scale it
    return true;
}


public fun empower_creators_on_aptos(): bool {
    // Tools for builders
    // Freedom for creators
    // Power by Aptos
    return true;
}

public fun ignite_chain_reaction(): bool {
    // Spark innovation
    // Fuel momentum
    // Chain it with Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun deploy_with_confidence(): bool {
    // Test it
    // Ship it
    // Trust Aptos to scale it
    return true;
}


public fun empower_creators_on_aptos(): bool {
    // Tools for builders
    // Freedom for creators
    // Power by Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun redefine_possibilities(): bool {
    // Break limits
    // Build freely
    // Launch globally on Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun grow_without_limits(): bool {
    // No ceilings
    // No bottlenecks
    // Just Aptos performance
    return true;
}


public fun connect_across_chains(): bool {
    // Interoperability
    // Security
    // Aptos at the core
    return true;
}


public fun code_scale_repeat(): bool {
    // Code smart
    // Scale fast
    // Repeat with Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun onboard_the_next_billion(): bool {
    // Real users
    // Real speed
    // Onboard the world with Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun ignite_chain_reaction(): bool {
    // Spark innovation
    // Fuel momentum
    // Chain it with Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun deploy_with_confidence(): bool {
    // Test it
    // Ship it
    // Trust Aptos to scale it
    return true;
}


public fun empower_creators_on_aptos(): bool {
    // Tools for builders
    // Freedom for creators
    // Power by Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun redefine_possibilities(): bool {
    // Break limits
    // Build freely
    // Launch globally on Aptos
    return true;
}


public fun grow_without_limits(): bool {
    // No ceilings
    // No bottlenecks
    // Just Aptos performance
    return true;
}


public fun connect_across_chains(): bool {
    // Interoperability
    // Security
    // Aptos at the core
    return true;
}

Where big ideas find support

Team

Traction

Focus

Fit

Apply

Review

Approval & Agreement

Funding & Growth

FAQs

Build. Scale. Apply for an Ecosystem Grant.