# DeGrants 3

Welcome to **DeGrants 3**! 🎉\
This guide will walk you through the process of applying, setting up your profile, receiving funding, and shipping your project.

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### 1. Submit Your Application

* Go to [DeGrants](https://degrants.xyz/).
* Select the **track** that best matches your project.
* Provide clear details about your proposal, including goals and expected outcomes.

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### 2. Steward Review

* Community stewards will review your application.
* They may reach out with questions or requests for clarification.
* If approved, you’ll move on to the funding stage.

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### 3. Create Your Zero Authority DAO Profile (Required Before Funding)

Before receiving funding, you must create and complete your profile on [Zero Authority DAO](https://www.zeroauthoritydao.com/).

**Steps:**

1. **Connect Your Wallet**
   * Open the Zero Authority DAO website.
   * Connect your wallet (Xverse, Hiro, Leather, etc.).
2. **Sign the Transaction**
   * Sign the transaction prompt to confirm your action.
3. **Edit & Complete Your Profile**
   * Once confirmed, you’ll be able to edit your profile.
   * In the **Services** section, be sure to select **“DeGrants.”**
   * Fill out the following:
     * ✅ Project name, team details, and relevant links
     * ✅ Your **X (Twitter) account**
     * ✅ Your **Telegram account**
     * ✅ A **profile picture (PFP)**
     * ✅ (Optional but recommended) A **BNS name** via [bns.one](https://bns.one/) for easier identity recognition

💡 **Tip:** Selecting **DeGrants** under Services ensures your profile is correctly associated with your grant.

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### 4. Receive Funding

* Once selected, you’ll receive starter funding (if applicable) or milestone-based payments.
* Keep track of your milestones and ensure updates are delivered on time.

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### 5. Ship Your Project 🚀

* Build and share your progress with the community.
* Post updates regularly to keep everyone informed.
* Launch your project into the wild and make an impact!

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## Pay a Grantee

This guide will walk you through the process of **funding milestones** for DeGrants.

Once a milestone is completed and verified by the **Steward** and **DeGrants Administrators**, the Grantee becomes eligible for on-chain payment.

👉 Payments are **verifiable** on the Grantee’s profile:\
`https://www.zeroauthoritydao.com/profile/{STX-wallet-address}`

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### Steps to Pay a Grantee

#### 1. Find the Creator

* Go to: [Zero Authority DAO – Creators](https://www.zeroauthoritydao.com/creators)
* Search for the Grantee’s profile (by name, wallet, or BNS).

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#### 2. Offer a Gig

* On the creator’s profile, select **Offer Gig**.

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#### 3. Choose Retroactive Gig

* Select **Retroactive Gig** so the payment is processed as a **one-time milestone payout**.

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#### 4. Fill In Gig Details

* Add a **Name** (e.g., “Milestone 1 Payment – Project X”).
* Add a **Description** (e.g., “Payment for successful completion of milestone 1 as verified by steward”).

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#### 5. Confirm & Submit

* Review all details.
* Confirm the transaction.
* Submit on-chain — payment will be publicly visible on the Grantee’s profile.

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💡 **Tip:** Always double-check the wallet address and milestone details before confirming the transaction.


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