Applications Closed!
DeGrants Cohort 3: Applications Are Now Closed
by @PeaceLoveMusicG
October 15th, 2025
Applications for DeGrants Cohort 3 have officially closed — and the response has been incredible. Thank you to everyone who submitted a proposal, shared the program, or supported others through the process.

The Numbers
This cohort received a total of 126 applications, spanning a diverse mix of ideas across all four tracks:

Track

Applications Received

DeFi & Tooling

44

Bluesky

19

Creative & NFTs

33

Community & SocialFi

30


Explore all submitted proposals here → Public Submissions Page

What Happens Next
Our Stewards and Mentors are now reviewing applications in detail — assessing each proposal for impact, feasibility, and alignment with the goals of Cohort 3.

Due to the high volume of applications, the review team has requested additional time to ensure every proposal receives fair consideration.

Here’s the updated timeline

Stage

Date

Details

Confirmation Letters Sent

Friday, October 17th

Selected applicants will receive confirmation emails and next steps.

Grantee Onboarding

Monday, October 20th – Wednesday, October 22nd

Finalizing milestones, scope, and funding allocations.

“Meet the Projects P1” Space

Wednesday, October 22nd

Live introduction to selected builders. Set your reminder here.

“Meet the Projects P2” Space

Friday, October 24th

Live introduction to selected builders. Set your reminder here.


FAQs

  • When will the selected projects be announced? The public announcement of Cohort 3 grantees will take place after onboarding is complete next week. Exact timing will be shared via X/Twitter and the DeGrants site.
  • What if my project isn’t selected? Projects that are not selected this round will be informed by Wednesday, October 22nd via email.

  • Will I receive feedback on my application? Feedback will not be provided automatically, but applicants may request feedback directly from their track’s Steward after announcements are made.

  • Can I reapply in the future? Yes. Projects that weren’t selected this round are encouraged to reapply in future DeGrants cohorts, especially if the proposal has been refined or new progress has been made.

  • What happens after I’m selected?Selected grantees will go through an onboarding process (Mon–Wed next week) to finalize milestones, deliverables, and funding schedules before the public announcement.

  • What’s the role of Stewards and Mentors during this phase? Stewards and Mentors review applications, provide guidance, and support grantees throughout onboarding to ensure projects are well-scoped and ready to build.


For any other questions, please contact community@stackslabs.com