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    Meetup Funding
    We are currently funding virtual meetups only.
    Meetup Funding
    The MakerDAO Core Community Development Initiative supports both virtual and physical meetups.

    683,887

    Dai
    Awarded

    523,180

    Dai
    Dispersed

    22,796

    Average
    Dai Award

    204

    Grant Applications
    Submitted

    We fund meetups worldwide that support introducing newcomers to the blockchain, Ethereum, DeFi, and MakerDAO.
    Since February 2018, Maker's Grant Program has distributed over 40,000 Dai to 100+ meetups in 33 countries supporting more than 5,600 attendees.

    What We Do Fund

    Honorarium for Organizers and Speakers
    Space Rentals
    Equipment Rentals
    Food | Drinks

    What We Don't Fund

    Alcoholic Beverages | Bar Tabs
    Burner Wallet Speakeasy Events
    Dai | xDai Airdrops
    Banners | T-shirts | Paid Marketing

    Get Funded

    Looking to fund a larger event?

    Reach out to us at: events@makerdao.com
    Whether this is your first meetup or if you're an experienced organizer, please follow the steps below to apply for funding.
    After submitting your application, please allow three to five business days for a response.
    1

    Create an Invoice

    You’ll need an invoice link to include in the application form.
    You’ll need the payer address: 
    0xF563f100df419CCDe59BFBE0692fc4c5bFe01706
    Create a Request Network Invoice
    2

    Submit an Application

    This form gives us the information we'll need to decide on your funding request.
    Please note, whether you're collecting additional sponsorship money from another organization, or if you plan to charge an entry fee.
    Application Form
    Email responses will inform applicants of their applications' status, regardless of whether it is accepted or rejected.
    For help preparing your meetup and answering the questions in the form, please check out our hosting guides:
    Getting Started
    The basics for hosting a meetup. Start here if it’s your first time hosting.
    Event Format
    How to choose the best format for your meetup based on your audience.
    Budget
    How to budget effectively to make the most of the meetup costs.
    Promotion
    How and where to promote your meetup.
    3

    During the Event

    If we fund your meetup, we’ll ask you to speak briefly about Community Development at MakerDAO.
    • Direct new users to the Community Portal.
    • Outline the different ways to contribute to MakerDAO.
    • Mention that Dai bounty awards vary by type of contribution.
    • Record and upload presentations to provide a helpful resource for others.
    4

    After the Event

    Please fill out our Feedback Form. It helps us track metrics and document the media and resources produced for these events.
    Feedback Form
    Grantees who do not fill out this form will not be eligible for future funding.

    Support

    Check out our Community Guides for help planning a successful meetup.
    Reach out to meetups@makerdao.com for more information.
    Ask us questions in our Community Chat.