## Aave - https://aavegrants.org/
Aave is a decentralized finance protocol that enables users to lend and borrow cryptocurrencies. The Aave Grants DAO is a community-led grants program designed to fund ideas submitted by the Aave protocol's community. This decentralized approach to funding ensures that the projects receiving grants align with the needs and priorities of the Aave community, ultimately benefiting the broader DeFi ecosystem.

## Aptos Foundation - https://aptosfoundation.org/grants
Aptos is a new blockchain protocol designed for scalability, decentralization, and security. It is built on the core concepts of the Ethereum protocol and leverages the innovations of the Eth2 research community. The Aptos Foundation Grant Program supports projects that contribute to the development and growth of the Aptos ecosystem, including tooling, infrastructure, research, and education.

## Chainlink - https://chain.link/community/grants#apply-for-a-grant
The Chainlink grant program deploys substantial resources toward the creation of critical developer tooling, the addition of high-quality data, and the launching of key services around the Chainlink Network.

## DFINITY Developer Grant Program - https://dfinity.org/grants/
The DFINITY Foundation is a major contributor to the Internet Computer blockchain. Their objective is to establish a "blockchain singularity," wherein all systems and services are reconstructed and reenvisioned using smart contracts, running entirely on an infinite public blockchain. The DFINITY Developer Grant Program offers support to promising developers and teams. This program helps to grow and foster innovation by providing grants and resources to aid developers in their endeavors within the Internet Computer ecosystem.

## Ethereum Foundation - https://ethereum.org/greeter
The Ethereum Foundation offers grants to projects working on Ethereum and its ecosystem, including web3 startups. Ethereum's Network Grant program aims to support projects that enhance the platform's scalability, security, and usability. As one of the leading platforms for decentralized applications and smart contracts, Ethereum's grant program is a valuable resource for blockchain and web3 startups.

## Filecoin Foundation - https://fil.org/grants
The Filecoin Foundation supports projects that contribute to the development of the Filecoin ecosystem, which includes web3 startups. Filecoin is a decentralized storage network that enables users to rent out their storage space and earn tokens in return. The foundation's grant program aims to foster innovation and support projects that improve the Filecoin network's functionality and accessibility.

## Gitcoin - https://gitcoin.co/grants/
Gitcoin is a platform that connects developers with open-source projects in need of funding. Through its Grants Community, Gitcoin enables blockchain and web3 projects to receive funding from a pool of grants contributed by companies, organizations, and the broader community. By leveraging the power of crowdfunding, Gitcoin empowers web3 projects to access the resources they need to succeed.

## Optimism - https://foul-porch-0eb.notion.site/Optimism-Grants-Council-090bb648d1854136b9630c608da7a8bc
Optimism is a Layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum, designed to improve transaction throughput and reduce gas fees. It uses Optimistic Rollups technology to bundle multiple transactions into a single proof, significantly increasing the network's capacity. Optimism has a grant program called "Optimism PBC Grants" that supports projects working on tooling, infrastructure, research, and education related to the Optimism ecosystem.

## Polkado - https://web3.foundation/grants/
Polkadot is a multi-chain platform that enables the seamless transfer of data and assets across various blockchains. The Web3 Foundation Grants Program, part of Polkadot's ecosystem, offers funding to projects that advance the Polkadot and Kusama ecosystems. By supporting a diverse range of projects, Polkadot's grant program contributes to the growth of the web3 ecosystem as a whole.

## Polygon - https://polygonventures.xyz/ or https://polygon.community/#/
Polygon is a Layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum that provides a framework for building and connecting Ethereum-compatible blockchain networks. It offers a flexible approach to scaling, including Plasma chains, ZK-Rollups, and Optimistic Rollups. Polygon has a grant program called the "Polygon Ecosystem Grants" that supports projects focusing on infrastructure, tooling, research, and education within the Polygon ecosystem.

## SKALE Grant Programs - https://skale.space/developers#grants
SKALE stands out as the sole blockchain network with the capacity to run an unlimited number of rapid, on-demand, pooled-security blockchains with zero gas fees to end users. SKALE offers grants to builders and Web3 projects that actively contribute to the advancement and expansion of the SKALE ecosystem. Grant recipients not only receive financial support but also gain access to engineering resources, introductions to SKALE investors, and collaborative marketing opportunities, fostering a comprehensive ecosystem of support for their projects.

## Solana - https://solana.com/grants/
The Solana Foundation Grants Program supports projects working on the Solana blockchain ecosystem. In addition to funding, the program offers dedicated technical support, recruiting assistance, and more to help teams bring their innovative ideas to life. Solana's high-performance blockchain is designed to enable scalable and secure decentralized applications, making it an attractive option for web3 startups.

## Uniswap - https://www.uniswapfoundation.org/apply-for-a-grant
Uniswap is a decentralized exchange platform built on the Ethereum blockchain. Born from grant funding, Uniswap now offers ecosystem grants to projects that contribute to the growth and development of the decentralized finance (DeFi) space. Uniswap's grant program aims to foster innovation and enable new projects to thrive within the DeFi ecosystem.