IOTA

IOTA Grants

The Abu Dhabi-based IOTA Ecosystem DLT Foundation launched IOTA Grants to support aspiring innovators and creators around the globe.

Official source

CoinFabrik · source page

Last verified

November 13, 2026

Award range

Amount not stated

Deadline

Rolling deadline

Location

Global

Who can apply

Small or medium business, Startup, Individual / sole trader, Non-profit / NGO

Rolling Web3 ecosystem grant, review eligibility on the program page.

Focus areas

NFTs & creator economy, Digital & technology, Blockchain & Web3, Education & skills, Social inclusion, Research & innovation, Culture & creative

Details

The allocation of grants is guided by transparent funding guidelines, available on the grants website, ensuring that only projects that align with the objectives of IOTA Grants and have the potential to make a positive impact within the IOTA ecosystem are supported. Applying for IOTA Grants couldn’t be more straightforward. Just fill out the application form, and participate in an interview with the IOTA Grant Committee, which will evaluate your application. During the evaluation process, the IOTA Grant Committee consisting of IOTA Foundation members will assess your application based on the following criteria: Funding Guidelines Fit, Scalability, Usefulness, Safety, Expertise of Grantee, and Long-Term Viability. Once again, the IOTA Grants website has more details about the criteria. The evaluation process is designed to ensure that all applications are rated on the same scale and that funds are allocated to projects with the greatest potential to make an impact. Tiered Based Assessment Framework Applications undergo assessment based on a tiered framework. The funding amount requested in the application determines the criteria for a successful application. Tier 1: Up to $ 10,000 KYC not Required Tier 2: Up to $ 50,000 KYC Required Tier 3: $ 50,000 and beyond KYC Required Grant Categories The current focus of IOTA Grants is to support Open-Source Development , Research , Education , and Events . Each of these categories plays a crucial role in driving innovation and growth within the IOTA ecosystem. Open-Source Development : Supports creation and enhancement of applications, utilities, tools, libraries, and public goods. Research : Supports research papers, scholarships, and theoretical solutions for open-source development. Education : Bridges complex technology and user-friendly adoption through educational content and programs. Events : Funds community engagement, hackathons, workshops, and travel expenses for ecosystem projects. You can find more information about each category on the IOTA Grants website. IOTA Grants Website APPLY DIRECTLY Hot Web3 Events Picks .split-inner","duration":"1000","delay":"120","ease":"power4.out","direction":"forward","initValues":{"y":70},"animations":{"y":0}}'> Discover Our Featured Web3 Events All Web3 Events You may also like 1 year ago Web3 Grants 2 years ago Web3 Grants 2 years ago Web3 Grants 2 years ago Web3 Grants Adding {{itemName}} to cart Added {{itemName}} to cart Loading...