Fund Your Project
Apply for grants and funding through the Monolythium Foundation. We support innovative projects that expand the ecosystem and drive adoption.
Funding the future of
decentralized infrastructure
The Monolythium Foundation Grants Program allocates resources from a $50M ecosystem fund to projects that strengthen, expand, and diversify the Monolythium network. We are committed to backing builders worldwide with the capital and support they need to succeed.
Total Allocated
Since program inception
Choose the right grant
for your project stage
The Monolythium Foundation offers three distinct funding tracks tailored to where you are in your project lifecycle. All grants are paid in LYTH tokens with milestone-based disbursement.
For early-stage ideas and proof-of-concept projects. Ideal for solo developers or small teams exploring novel concepts on Monolythium.
What you get:
- Up to $25,000 in LYTH tokens
- Technical mentorship from core contributors
- Access to Monolythium testnet infrastructure
- Community promotion & ecosystem listing
For teams with a working prototype or MVP ready to scale on Monolythium. Best suited for projects moving from testnet to mainnet deployment.
Everything in Seed, plus:
- Up to $100,000 in LYTH tokens
- Dedicated Foundation liaison
- Security audit subsidies (up to 50%)
- Co-marketing & launch support
- Priority validator onboarding
For established teams building critical infrastructure, major protocol integrations, or ecosystem-wide public goods on Monolythium.
Everything in Growth, plus:
- Up to $500,000 in LYTH tokens
- Full security audit coverage
- Governance participation rights
- Direct access to Foundation council
- Long-term ecosystem partnership
What we fund
We support projects across five core categories that drive the growth, utility, and adoption of the Monolythium ecosystem.
DeFi Protocols
Decentralized exchanges, lending platforms, yield aggregators, stablecoins, and novel financial primitives built natively on Monolythium.
Infrastructure
Node operators, RPC providers, indexers, bridges, oracles, and other essential services that form the backbone of the network.
Developer Tooling
SDKs, CLIs, testing frameworks, smart contract libraries, debugging tools, and developer experience improvements.
Education & Community
Tutorials, documentation, courses, hackathons, workshops, translations, and community-building initiatives that onboard new builders and users to the Monolythium ecosystem.
Gaming & Metaverse
On-chain games, NFT-based virtual worlds, play-to-earn economies, game engines with blockchain integration, and immersive metaverse experiences built on Monolythium.
From application to funding
Our streamlined process is designed to move quickly. Most applicants receive a decision within two weeks of submission.
Submit Your Proposal
Complete the online application form with your project overview, team background, technical architecture, roadmap, and requested funding amount. Include links to any existing code or prototypes.
Technical Review
The Grants Committee reviews your proposal for technical feasibility, ecosystem impact, team capability, and alignment with Monolythium's roadmap. You may be asked clarifying questions.
Interview & Due Diligence
Shortlisted teams are invited for a call with Foundation members to discuss project scope, milestone definitions, and disbursement schedules. We work with you to refine deliverables.
Grant Agreement
Approved projects sign a grant agreement outlining milestones, timelines, reporting requirements, and token disbursement terms. Funds are released progressively as milestones are met.
Build, Ship & Report
Start building! Submit milestone reports on a regular cadence. The Foundation provides ongoing support, connects you with ecosystem partners, and helps amplify your work to the community. Successful grantees often become long-term ecosystem partners and are first in line for follow-on funding.
Projects we’ve funded
Meet some of the teams and projects that have received Monolythium Foundation grants and are now building critical infrastructure for the ecosystem.
MonoSwap
LiveThe first native decentralized exchange on Monolythium featuring concentrated liquidity, limit orders, and cross-chain swaps via IBC.
LithBridge
LiveTrustless bridge connecting Monolythium to Ethereum and Cosmos ecosystems, enabling seamless asset transfers with validator-secured finality.
Mono SDK
BetaTypeScript and Rust developer toolkit for building on Monolythium, featuring auto-generated bindings, transaction builders, and wallet integrations.
MonoLearn
ActiveInteractive education platform with guided tutorials, video courses, and hands-on coding challenges for developers new to Monolythium and Cosmos SDK.
Ready to build the future
on Monolythium?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The earlier you apply, the sooner your project can receive funding, mentorship, and ecosystem support.
Before you apply
- Open-source project or commitment to open-source deliverables
- Clear problem statement and proposed solution
- Defined milestones with measurable deliverables
- Team background with relevant experience
- Builds on or extends the Monolythium ecosystem
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for a Monolythium Foundation grant?
Anyone can apply — individuals, teams, companies, DAOs, and non-profits. We welcome applicants from all geographies and backgrounds. The key requirement is that your project must build on, extend, or benefit the Monolythium ecosystem.
How are grant funds disbursed?
All grants are paid in LYTH tokens. Disbursement follows a milestone-based schedule defined in the grant agreement. Typically, an initial payment is made upon signing, with subsequent payments tied to delivery of agreed milestones.
Do I need to be a registered company?
No. We fund individuals, informal teams, and established organizations alike. For larger grants (Ecosystem tier), we may require a legal entity for the grant agreement, but this can be set up after approval.
Can I apply for multiple grants?
Yes. Teams that successfully complete a Seed grant are encouraged to apply for Growth or Scale grants for expanded scope. We view grants as a pipeline for long-term ecosystem partnerships.
What happens after I submit my application?
You will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours. The Grants Committee aims to provide an initial response within 14 days. If your project is shortlisted, you will be invited for a deeper discussion before a final decision is made.
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