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Terms & Conditions

These Terms & Conditions govern the application and participation process for the Paystand.org Fund. By submitting an application, your organization agrees to the following requirements and responsibilities.

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Through the Paystand.org Fund, we award high-impact nonprofits working to transform underserved communities by building Bitcoin-based Circular Economies (BCEs).

We look for bold, scalable projects that use Bitcoin to create self-sustaining economic models—initiatives that reduce dependence on traditional financial systems and unlock long-term prosperity.

Selected organizations may receive $3,000 to $25,000 USD in funding, along with access to technical support from Paystand, including one-on-one advisory, mentorship, and guidance from Paystand Corporate Volunteers.

2026 Grant Application Timeline

Applications open: December 28, 2025
Application window: 4 weeks
Application deadline: January 20, 2026
Grant announcements: February 20–28, 2026

What funding is available?

Our fund supports specific projects that leverage the benefits of Bitcoin-based Circular Economies (BCEs) and align with the Foundation’s three focus areas: Technology Adoption, Economic Empowerment, and Education. Awards typically span one year and vary in size, ranging from $3,000 to $25,000.

Who is eligible to apply?

The Foundation is open to receiving proposals from nonprofit organizations around the globe that embody the principles of being grassroots, high-impact, and sustainable.

Grassroots: We prioritize organizations deeply rooted in and driven by the communities they serve. Such organizations should have a strong local presence and focus on developing solutions tailored to specific community needs through active local involvement.
High-impact: Eligible organizations should have a significant and positive effect on the issues or areas they target, despite not necessarily being large in size. The impact should be profound and measurable in the community or sector addressed.
Sustainable: We seek to support organizations that demonstrate the ability to sustain their operations over time. This includes having strategies for long-term funding, efficient resource management, and plans for continued relevance and adaptability.

Please note, the Foundation generally does not provide funding to nonprofits in the seed stage. In the United States, most grants are awarded to entities recognized as tax-exempt under sections such as 501(c)(3) and other similar classifications.

How it works?

1. Submit a Complete Application

Fill out the online form with full organizational details, a clear project description, and all relevant information to help us fully understand your proposal.

2. Evaluation & Follow-Up

We review all applications and may contact you if additional details or clarifications are needed.

3. Selection & Grant Award

Selected organizations are notified by email and receive $3,000–$25,000 plus access to Paystand support and resources.

Selection Criteria

Our grant selection process considers various factors, but priority consideration will be given to project proposals that can demonstrate:

Advancement of Bitcoin-based Circular Economies (BCEs): We strongly encourage projects that promote BCEs, contributing to decentralized, inclusive, and sustainable finance systems that benefit communities. Applicants should articulate how their projects will support BCE principles and their positive environmental and societal impact.
Tangible Benefits: Projects should address financial inclusion by leveraging Bitcoin Circular Economies (BCEs) through Technology Adoption, Economic Empowerment, and/or Education. Proposals must demonstrate measurable and concrete benefits to the target communities.
Use of Bitcoin: Preference will be given to innovative ideas focusing on blockchain technology, particularly Bitcoin, to tackle societal challenges effectively. Proposals should outline how Bitcoin will advance the project's objectives.
Transformative ideas: We prioritize proposals with potential global impact, supported by data and research that indicate the proposed solutions' transformative potential.
Collaboration and scalability: We value collaborations between diverse stakeholders and projects demonstrating scalability, ensuring that solutions can be expanded and replicated to reach a broader audience.
Realistic execution plans: Successful proposals will outline realistic execution plans supported by the necessary resources, expertise, and timelines required for effective implementation.