> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.celo.org/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Fund your Project

Discover funding opportunities in the Celo ecosystem.

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The Celo ecosystem offers a variety of funding mechanisms, with a strong focus on retroactive funding, rewarding impactful contributions after they’ve been made. Grants and sustainable revenue models are also available to support projects at different stages.

Explore these opportunities to maximize your funding potential.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/celo-64ac69bd/RpxicWJyRPq93gr9/img/building/ecosystem-grants.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=RpxicWJyRPq93gr9&q=85&s=5ec89dba624ebca3daa7c16ca1003426" alt="Celo Funding Programs" width="1138" height="888" data-path="img/building/ecosystem-grants.png" />

Learn more about the programs below.

## From Idea to MVP to your first users

Here’s how you can get started:

1. **Apply for monthly rewards with [Proof of Ship](https://celo-devs.beehiiv.com/subscribe)** Demonstrate consistent progress for automated retroactive rewards.

## Apply for Grant Opportunities

There are various grant opportunities for builders in the Celo ecosystem, with funding available at different stages of your project. To maximize your chances of receiving rewards, include your Karma GAP project profile when applying.

1. **[Prezenti Grants](https://www.prezenti.xyz/)**

## Funds

1. **[Verda Ventures](https://verda.ventures/)**: Building for MiniPay & raising funding? Reach out to [team@verda.ventures](mailto:team@verda.ventures) with a deck and product demo.

If you want to add another ecosystem-led funding program, [edit this page](https://github.com/celo-org/docs/edit/main/build-on-celo/fund-your-project.mdx) to include it.

## Get Funding Updates

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