Grant DAOs — Long-term Programs Funding BUIDLers
Aptos Grant DAO
Aptos Grant DAO is a long-term funding program for early Aptos BUIDLers, initiated by DoraHacks. The program looks forward to the brightest minds of all tracks to enrich the Aptos ecosystem and get funded. Judging and prize-giving will happen periodically.
Meanwhile, Aptos Grant DAO will also be a part of DoraHacks’ long-term program funding BUIDLers in various blockchain ecosystems, as DoraHacks’ innovation to empower the everlasting hacker movement.
Dora Grant DAO
- Dora Grant DAO is a community-driven program to fund the hacker movement — explore and assist hackers with innovative ideas, and eventually help them build important products for the future of multi-chain Web3 ecosystem.
- The grantees will be offered the valuable opportunities to obtain funding to further develop their projects (BUIDLs) and achieve milestones that they have set out. Meanwhile, they will also get access to the Dora community and corresponding resources helpful for the teams in the further development.
ETH Research Grant
Initiated by Dora Dōjo, ETH Research Grant is dedicated to funding projects and research topics in the Ethereum community and promoting the further development of Ethereum. A rolling monthly review is conducted on the Grant, which has a long-term validity.The monthly prize pool is up to 5,000 USDT and individual projects are funded at 300–1,000 USDT.
Multi-chain Community&DAO Grant
Web3 cannot be what it is today without the power of communities all over the world. Being part of the communities, DoraHacks is thrilled to start Multi-chain DAO&Community Grant(MCDG), a long-term grant funding the sustainable development of Web3 communities and DAOs, as well as showing our love and appreciation to the contributors for the past, present and future of Web3.
The grant provides every qualified community with an initial grant plus a long-term grant by milestones. In Round 1, $100K will be provided for the grant pool.
Glacier Network DePIN Grant Program
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Glacier Network DePIN Grant Program, extending a special invitation for you to join DePIN in the realms of Web3 and AI. This collaborative initiative involves the esteemed partnerships with BNB Greenfield, ForesightX and DoraHacks.
Web3 Hackathons
Movement Labs Hackathon
To further optimize development, Movement Labs champions a “Unified Codebase,” where a single codebase is utilized across multiple platforms, thereby reducing redundancy and increasing efficiency. This strategy is implemented in their flagship product, the Movement network.
MAHa- Telegram Mini App Hackathon
MAHa is a global Telegram Mini App Hackathon series hosted by Buidl.so, where developers come together to create innovative new Telegram apps. The goal of MAHa is to raise awareness about leveraging Telegram Mini Apps to tap into its 900 million users, establish new sales and marketing channels and boost engagement for your project.
BTCfi Summer Hackathon
Core kicks off the BTCfi Summer Hackathon, a 12-week hackathon to drive innovation in the Bitcoin economy. Aimed at Web3 and BTCfi developers, this hackathon invites participants to build decentralized applications (dApps) on Core, enhancing the developer network and strengthening Core in the BTC narrative.
Fraxtal Hackathon 2024: Build on the Fractal
Developers will feel right at home to have a blank slate network to build on early, capture first-mover advantage, become one of the flagship applications on a chain that will be a blue-chip crypto powerhouse, and win millions in prizes at the same time. This is the first and only chance for teams that want to be first-to-market to become the dominant protocol, infrastructure provider, or L3 on Fraxtal!
Archway Hunt-A-Thon: Pick Your Tribe
Archway is a Cosmos-native layer 1 blockchain that puts developers first. By rewarding developers programmatically based on the transaction volume they bring to the network, developers are able to benefit from the value they help create. The protocol provides developers a variety of tools to quickly build and deploy scalable cross-chain dapps, and start benefiting from their usage immediately. The overarching goal of Archway is to foster an array of diverse and sustainable applications by empowering and rewarding developers that build on the network with baked-in incentives and rewards.
Hack AVS-Empower the EigenLayer Restaking Ecosystem
AVS (Actively Validated Services) is a pivotal component of EigenLayer’s restaking ecosystem. Organized by Hacker Dojo, we are thrilled to invite you to participate in HackAVS, the first-ever AVS-centric hackathon. This is your chance to win exciting prizes and contribute to the flourishing EigenLayer ecosystem! 🔥
The Open League Hackathon | TON
Welcome to The Open League Hackathon, organized by the TON Foundation and The Open League program. This hackathon marks a unique point in the development of the TON ecosystem, the beginning of exponential growth. The Open League’s pilot season led to 70% growth in DEX TVL (Total Value Locked) and 370% in daily active wallets. In just 2 weeks. Now it’s time to double down. The first full season of The Open League is here. Starting April 1st, over 3 months, TON Foundation will distribute 30 million Toncoin, roughly equivalent to $160 million.
Nitrothon
The Nitrothon aims to support Outstanding Projects and engage a wide range of Builders in Experimenting and Launching innovative Blockchain Solutions using Router Nitro.
With a Generous Prize Pool of $2500, the Winners of the Hackathon will get a Red-Carpet Entry to Router Protocol’s Dev Ambassador 2.0 Program and upcoming Grant Program where we will be supporting Serious Builders with Grants.
HackSecret 3
HackSecret 3 is an opportunity to build cutting-edge Web3 applications, utilizing Secret Network’s decentralized confidential computing (DeCC) capabilities. Confidential computing unlocks exciting new use-cases, and Secret Network’s Confidential Computing Layer enables developers to do this while building on nearly any blockchain! This hackathon includes two tracks, one for cross-chain applications, and one for native Secret applications. The choice is yours!
FrameHack 2024
FrameHack starts on June 7th 2024 at 16:00 UTC, and ends on June 14th at the same time, lasting for 7 days.
It is 100% online, you just need a computer and internet connection.
Incentivizing creators is a huge part of FrameTrain, so we want to make it as easy as possible, all while being greatly rewarded.
EDCON2024 Super Demo Day [Application Time!]
Accepted participants will present their projects to judges in 10-minute segments. The top 3 teams will claim their spot on the EDCON main stage July 29–30 in an Olympic Stadium to showcase their work to the global community. The top three teams will split a prize pool starting at $10,000, subject to increase with additional sponsorships.
Nibiru Cataclysm Hackathon
Nibiru Chain, in collaboration with DoraHacks, invites Web3 enthusiasts to participate in this virtual hackathon. The event encourages participants to showcase their skills and build Web3 applications that could become the next “killer-dApp” within Nibiru’s ecosystem. The hackathon will feature various tracks, such as DeFi, Gaming, RWAs, SocialFi, and Privacy.
Participate in one of the five tracks for a chance to win from the $160,000 prize pool and potentially secure seed funding.
Igniting the Nature Backed Economy
Igniting the Nature Backed Economy is a regenerative finance hackathon — aiming to bring advancements to land based DAOs, community land trusts, and other forms of commons governed or built on-chain in the Ethereum ecosystem. The hackathon will offer a chance for builders to create tools for land based DAOs and community projects leveraging technology to access, govern, and regenerate commons.
Cartesi DevAd Seed Grants
Welcome to the Developer Advocacy Seed Grants Program for the Cartesi ecosystem! Our program offers a gateway to endless opportunities, funding, and mentorship for developers like you. Whether you’re a junior developer building your career in web3 or an experienced builder, you’ll find a supportive team of professionals ready to turn your talent into amazing tools and applications.
UnderWorld Computer Hackathon
With the unveiling of Acki Nacki on December 2nd, 2023, GOSH has outlined its vision for a groundbreaking consensus protocol that, we believe, can solve the existing scalability and security problems within blockchain technology. Now, this vision has become a reality. The Acki Nacki TestNet is live.
As part of the announcement of Acki Nacki, a new and groundbreaking blockchain architecture, GOSH holds the Underworld Computer Hackathon. The Hackathon will promote developing tooling, advanced features, security, and other possible improvements for Acki Nacki.
Frontier Tech Hackathons
Frontier Tech Community Grant
Calling all frontier tech communities and organizations! We are excited to announce the launch of the Frontier Tech Community Grant. At DoraHacks, we are passionate about fostering innovation in frontier technologies, and we understand the vital role that community building and growth play in this endeavor. Our goal is to offer our support to fellow communities and organizations contributing to frontier tech innovation through our grant program.
Starship Use Cases Hackathon | Your Creativity Shapes the Future of Space
Starship, a super heavy-lift launch vehicle under development by SpaceX, with its transformative potential, paves the way for humanity to reach new frontiers — whether it’s the Moon, Mars, or beyond. We are steadfast in our belief of pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, propelling ourselves to the stars.
At the Starship Use Cases Hackathon, our mission is simple yet profound: to inspire and empower space enthusiasts, engineers, and innovators to envision groundbreaking solutions for the future of space exploration.
Space Resource and Exploration Hackathon
Get ready to blast off into the world of space resources and space exploration! Introducing the Space Resources and Exploration Grant, a long-term initiative by DoraHacks, designed to foster space tech innovation. Submissions are open year-round, so seize this opportunity!
We’re committed to supporting and empowering innovators in this exciting frontier. With a grant pool of $10,000, every project with potential stands a chance to win a minimum of $1000!
NISQ Quantum Grant
To further support the development of quantum computing applications, open source tools, quantum physics experiments, and community building, the NISQ (Noisy Intermediate-Scale Quantum) Quantum Hackathon , initiated by Hacker Dojo, is now available! We’re committed to supporting and empowering innovators in this exciting frontier. With a grant pool of $10,000, every project with potential stands a chance to win a minimum of $1000!
Coming soon…
Cross-Chain Summer Hackathon
As core drivers in the cross-chain ecosystem, Chainflip, THORChain and Maya are unlocking native, composable, and efficient ways to move assets across different chains. By eliminating friction, bridge-related risks, and liquidity fragmentation, we’ve built innovative solutions powered by Substrate and Cosmos architectures.
Over the next month, we invite builders to explore our SDKs, learn about the latest innovations in cross-chain technology, and develop creative solutions and use cases. Join us to make meaningful strides in the cross-chain space with the combined power of Chainflip, THORChain, and Maya Protocol!
ICP EU Ideathon
Join the Ultimate Online Bootcamp & Ideas Pitch Competition! 🌟
Organized by several ICP Hubs across Europe, this is your chance to develop and showcase your AI / DePin + Web3 startup idea. Win amazing prizes and gain exposure!
{gZKm} Provable Games Buildathon
Zypher Network will host the first DoraHacks Online Hackathon from May 20th to July 15th. The Zypher Network Hackathon is dedicated to supporting outstanding gaming projects and attracting as many builders and gamers as possible. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about and experiment with Zypher’s Secret Engine, AW Engine, Z4 Engine, Zytron kit, and zkvm provided by Risc Zero, to launch various innovative Fully on-chain games. The prize pool for this Hackathon is $100,000. We will use four criteria as judging standards for submitted Builds: design and technical implementation, technical complexity, potential impact, creativity, and innovation.
dAGI House — Hackathon and Hacker House
Our goal is to explore the design space for AI applications, agents, and protocols, and to ensure that it will be equally accessible to everyone, unbiased, and personalized. Thus, slowly building decentralized AGI.
Join us at the dAGI Hack: hackathon & hacker house to shape the future together.
CrackedDevs.com Hackathon #3
CRACKEDDEVS HACKATHON CrackedDevs is back! — with a 2 day virtual hackathon from the 14th- 16th, to build what you want and win awesome prizes!!
We have some amazing prizes, which will be announced later!
Build projects, make friends and win prizes!
ETHWomen Hackathon — Virtual & In-Person
Welcome to the 2nd Annual ETHToronto is an event you don’t want to miss! In previous years we have had Vitalik Buterin was our keynote speaker. This year we have a ton of exciting surprised for our hackathon participants!
2024 ETHToronto
Welcome to the 3rd Annual ETHToronto is an event you don’t want to miss! In previous years we have had Vitalik Buterin was our keynote speaker. This year we have a ton of exciting surprised for our hackathon participants!
About DoraHacks
DoraHacks is a global hackathon organizer and one of the world’s most active multi-chain Web3 developer platforms. It creates a global hacker movement and provides crypto native toolkits to help developers around the world team up and fund their ideas and BUIDLs via hackathons, bounties, grants, grant DAOs, and public good staking.
By far, more than 3000 projects from the DoraHacks community have received over $20 million in grants and other forms of contributions from supporters worldwide. A large number of open source communities, DAOs, and more than 40 major blockchain ecosystems are actively using Dora’s infrastructure (DoraHacks.io) for open source funding and community governance.
