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Ethereum Foundation Ecosystem Support

Ethereum Foundation · Global, Ethereum ecosystem
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The Ethereum Foundation's Ecosystem Support Program (ESP) provides financial and non-financial support to builders creating free and open-source public goods for the Ethereum ecosystem, focusing on builder tools, infrastructure, research, and community resources. Support is offered through curated Wishlist and RFP funding opportunities, as well as non-financial Office Hours for project feedback and guidance.

Programme terms

Amount
Historical figures: 2021 - 136 projects, $26.9 million; 2022 - 397 projects, $30.0 million; 2023 - 498 projects, $61.1 million; 2024 - 677 projects, $44.4 million
Funding type
Grant
Industries
Web3 / Blockchain
Regions
Global
Applications
Rolling intake
Who can apply
Builders and teams creating free and open-source public goods for the Ethereum ecosystem, particularly builder tools, infrastructure, research, and community resources; support is directed toward builders rather than end users
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Data checked: October 1, 2026. Organisers change their terms. Check their site before you apply.

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