XRPL Grants is now accepting applications for the Wave 5 cohort through March 26, 2023, 11:59pm Pacific Time. XRPL Grants funds software developers interested in building technical standards and solutions using open-source technology to help grow the XRP Ledger Community.
Wave 5 Call for Applications
In Wave 5 XRPL Grants seeks applications for any project built on the XRPL and involves some technical development. Projects should contain open-source components, be technically feasible, and benefit the broader XRPL community.
XRPL Grants strongly encourages applications from women and non-binary developers and teams, as well as other underrepresented groups from the XRPL community.
Types of projects that may be funded in Wave 5 include, but are not limited to:
Tokenization
- Real World Assets (RWAs)
- Utility NFTs (i.e.Rewards/Loyalty Programs/Ticketing/Membership)
- Music/Entertainment Rights
- Proof of Existence (e.g. Certificates, Degrees, Legal Ownership)
- Decentralized Science (DeSci)
Infrastructure & Security
- Data API
- Data Visualization Tools
Developer Tooling/Usability
- Client Libraries/SDKs
Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
- Financial Inclusion
- Regenerative Finance (ReFi)
- Payments
- Ecommerce
- Digital Remittances
- Humanitarian Aid
- Merchant Integration
Sustainability/Social Impact
Additional Projects that leverage the XRPL to better society and the environment
Important Deadlines and FAQs
The complete application process for Wave 5 takes roughly 3-4 months.
Applications Open: February 7 - March 26, 2023 (Early applications encouraged!)
Review and Judging: April 2023
There are multiple stages of review; applicants can expect to be notified of their project status within 6-8 weeks after their submission, including whether or not they will be moving forward to the next stage.
- Review Stage 1: Application and technical screenings to ensure the project meets general eligibility requirements in the spirit of the XRPL Grants program.
- Review Stage 2: In-depth review by the XRPL Grants Judging Committee to determine finalists.
Finalist Interviews: May 2023
30-minute interview with members of the XRPL Grants Team and Judging Committee.
Awarding: June 2022
Awarded projects will be notified and publicly announced.
Info Sessions
We invite anyone interested in learning more about XRPL Grants to attend a live information session:
- Zoom Info Session: Wednesday, Feb 15, 8am PT (Register to Attend)
- Discord AMA: Tuesday, Feb 21, 9:30am PT (Join the XRPL Developers Discord to learn more!)
- Zoom Info Session: Tues, Mar 7, 2pm PT (Register to Attend)
Apply Now
Apply to Wave 5 at xrplgrants.org.
Have additional questions? Check out the FAQ page and join the XRPL Developers Discord!
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