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ATOM Accelerator DAO

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Grant Program Overview

ATOM Accelerator DAO (AADAO) is a grant-making body funded by the Cosmos Hub. Since its inception in March 2023, AADAO has supported over 60 projects and distributed $10 million in funding. Its mission is to drive the development and growth of the Cosmos ecosystem by funding projects that contribute to ATOM and the Atom Economic Zone (AEZ). The DAO focuses on transparency, community engagement, and the efficient distribution of resources through an open, rolling grant application process. The program also oversees venture funding and other key ecosystem initiatives.

Grant Details

Max Grant Size:

$250,000

Average Grant Size:

Not specified

Grant Type:

Equity-free grants

Type of Funds Granted:

Native Token or Stablecoin/Fiat Grants

Application Process

Deadline:

Not specified

Where to Apply:

Application Link

Project Types Invited:

  • Development (Idea or MVP)
  • Integration (Existing project w/ traction/users)
  • Growth or GTM
  • Marketing or Community Building
  • Technical Content
  • Tutorials
  • or Education
  • Governance and DAOs
  • Academic or R&D

Other Requirements:

Grantees must focus on developing and growing projects within the ATOM and AEZ ecosystems. Unsuccessful applicants will receive evaluation scores and feedback to help improve future applications. A two-month grace period is enforced between resubmissions unless invited to reapply.

Additional Support

Marketing, Networking, or Community Support Offered:

AADAO offers access to a variety of community support mechanisms, including collaboration with other grantees, mentorship, and technical support. AADAO's growing network aims to strengthen its contributors through consistent community interaction and feedback.

Further Funding Opportunities:

In addition to the standard grants program, AADAO has launched a Venture Funding initiative aimed at growing and diversifying the ATOM community pool and increasing ATOM usage across the AEZ.

Contact Information

Grant Program Contact Email:

grace@atomaccelerator.com

Link to Grant Program Guide:

Program Guide

Additional Program Resources:

Additional resources include access to key governance policies, foundational documents, and AADAO’s internal repository of information for transparency. Collaboration with other ventures and initiatives, such as VC partnerships and ecosystem grants, is encouraged.