Solana Foundation UK Grants

💸 Up to $10k to Build on Solana

Superteam UK provides grants to founders, developers and creators to accelerate early stage startups and public good projects for the community.

 

Primarily these grants are designed to support: 

• Founders who have validated demand for their startup, and need non-dilutive funding to accelerate progress towards an MVP
• Startups who have demonstrated meaningful progress and traction but require funding to overcome a specific barrier, e.g. costs associated with security audits, AI credits, legal work or cost of sales for early customers
• Open-source tools such as dev kits, bots or AI agents that will be made available for the wider Solana community 
• Content or events, such as reports, developer workshops, educational series, or research papers that the community has demonstrated clear demand for

 

Click here for more application guidance

 

How it Works

1. Read the above guidance doc to determine the suitability of your idea for a grant application. Speaking to Superteam UK staff and/or our telegram bot is recommended
2. Submit the application here on Superteam Earn
3. Your submission will be reviewed ASAP, with approval, feedback or rejection given via email
4. If approved, work on your project to the agreed schedule, and submit evidence of work completed to unlock tranches of funding
5. Once completed, provide an update via. Superteam Earn and share your success with the Superteam community (e.g. on social media and telegram)

 

FAQs 

How is it decided if a grant will be approved?

• Be sure to read our guidance doc for more information. Prior proof of work and trust in the community is the highest ranking factor.

When will I hear back?

• We aim to provide a response within two weeks of your submission

What conditions apply?

• You must be in the UK to receive this grant, and pass KYC on Superteam Earn. If approved, you must report on progress, with payment made in tranches based on progress made

What is the philosophy behind the grants?

• We want the Solana community to demonstrate the ability to ship fast, iterate based on feedback and build in public. Our grants are designed to help accelerate the work of builders and creators who demonstrate these values.