diff --git a/docs/general/funding.md b/docs/general/funding.md new file mode 100644 index 000000000000..0eb7d4890033 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/general/funding.md @@ -0,0 +1,83 @@ +--- +id: funding +title: Funding Opportunities +sidebar_label: Funding +description: An Overview of Funding Opportunities within the Polkadot Ecosystem. +keywords: [funding, grants, decentralized futures, treasury, bounties] +slug: ../funding +--- + +import DocCardList from '@theme/DocCardList'; import MessageBox from "../../components/MessageBox"; +import "../../components/MessageBox.css"; + + + +:::tip + +Check out the [programs](programs-index) for numerous ecosystem support opportunities. + +::: + + + +If you are certain you want to apply for a W3F grant, head straight to the +[application process documentation](https://grants.web3.foundation/docs/Process/how-to-apply). +Alternatively, the flowchart below outlines where we think the grants program fits in relation to +other popular funding opportunities. + +## Funding Opportunities Overview + +```mermaid +flowchart LR + A(Project Focus) + A -->|Development| B[Stage of Development] + A -->|Research| C[Grants Program] + A -->|Other| D[Business model exists] + B -->|Existing POC| E[Treasury] + B -->|No POC| F[Grants Program] + D -->|No|H[Treasury] + D -->|Yes|J[Venture Capital] + style C stroke:#e83e8c,stroke-width:2px,stroke-dasharray: 5 5 + style E stroke:#e83e8c,stroke-width:2px,stroke-dasharray: 5 5 + style F stroke:#e83e8c,stroke-width:2px,stroke-dasharray: 5 5 + style H stroke:#e83e8c,stroke-width:2px,stroke-dasharray: 5 5 + style J stroke:#e83e8c,stroke-width:2px,stroke-dasharray: 5 5 + + click C "https://grants.web3.foundation/docs/Process/how-to-apply" "Apply now" + click F "https://grants.web3.foundation/docs/Process/how-to-apply" "Apply now" + click H "https://wiki.polkadot.network/docs/en/learn-polkadot-opengov-treasury" "https://wiki.polkadot.network/docs/en/learn-polkadot-opengov-treasury" _blank + +For a longer list and a description of the programs listed below, check out +[our page on alternative funding opportunities](./grants.md#alternative-funding-sources). + +## Funding FAQ + +1. _Will the grant be awarded to those delivering a complete product that everyone in the ecosystem + can use?_ + +The grant does not necessarily require a finished product. It can be awarded at various stages of a +project’s development. The goal is to support ongoing progress, so even partial advancements are +eligible. + +2. _After receiving a grant, can a team request funds from the treasury to continue development, or + will they be advised to opt for other existing funding options, like + [Polimec](https://www.polimec.org/)? Is that possible?_ + +Teams can indeed request additional funds from the treasury after the initial grant. The grant is a +great way to demonstrate capability and commitment to the community. Continued support would depend +on community approval, but proving the project’s value through initial funding can help. + +3. _Since the grant will be awarded in stablecoin, why isn’t the bounty requested in stablecoin?_ + +Grants are not awarded in stablecoin. Grant applications are denominated in USD but will be +converted to DOT at the time of payment. Currently, it’s not feasible to fund bounties directly with +stablecoins. However, as this is programmable, we might explore potentially managing multiple assets +through an AH address controlled by curators in the future, similar to the classic setup on the +relay chain. + +4. _Will there be publicity for the bounty? That is, will social media be created where potential + candidates can learn about the requirements, steps to participate, and so on?_ + +All grant-related information will be available on GitHub for easy access. However, we do not plan a +dedicated social media presence. Instead, we’ll advertise the bounty individually and rely on word +of mouth. diff --git a/polkadot-wiki/sidebars.js b/polkadot-wiki/sidebars.js index 7536f0aa1678..49f6b060bbbc 100644 --- a/polkadot-wiki/sidebars.js +++ b/polkadot-wiki/sidebars.js @@ -174,6 +174,20 @@ module.exports = { "general/contributors", ], }, + { + type: "category", + label: "Funding", + description: 'Programs for Grants, Bounties, Ambassadors and many more inititatives.', + link: { + type: 'doc', + id: 'general/funding', + }, + items: [ + "general/grants", + "general/decentralized-futures", + "learn/learn-polkadot-opengov-treasury", + ], + }, { type: "category", label: "Programs", @@ -185,9 +199,7 @@ module.exports = { slug: '/programs-index', }, items: [ - "general/decentralized-futures", "general/decentralized-voices", - "general/grants", "general/bug-bounty", "general/ambassadors", "general/alpha-program", @@ -271,7 +283,7 @@ module.exports = { link: { type: 'generated-index', title: 'Basic concepts about Polkadot', - description: 'Everything about staking, accounts, OpenGov, treasury, transactions, tokens and NFTs.', + description: 'Everything about staking, accounts, OpenGov, transactions, tokens and NFTs.', slug: '/learn-basics-index', }, items: [ @@ -336,7 +348,6 @@ module.exports = { }, ], }, - "learn/learn-polkadot-opengov-treasury", { type: "category", label: "Tokens and Assets",