Catalyst Voting
Project Catalyst dApp — submit and vote on community funding proposals
What is Catalyst Voting?
Project Catalyst is Cardano's community-driven innovation fund — the world's largest decentralized grants program. ADA holders vote on funding proposals submitted by builders, developers, and entrepreneurs who want to build on Cardano, with the treasury distributing millions of ADA per funding round.
Key Features
Community Funding
Project Catalyst distributes ADA from the Cardano treasury to fund community proposals. Each funding round (Fund) allocates millions of ADA to winning projects.
ADA-Weighted Voting
Every ADA holder can vote on proposals. Voting power is proportional to ADA held — the more ADA you hold, the more influence your vote carries.
Submit Proposals
Anyone can submit a funding proposal to Project Catalyst. Proposals are reviewed by the community and voted on by ADA holders in the subsequent funding round.
Voter Rewards
ADA holders who participate in voting earn a small reward in ADA, incentivizing broad community participation in the governance process.
How to Use Catalyst Voting
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Register to vote at projectcatalyst.io using your Cardano wallet
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Snapshot of your ADA balance is taken at a specific date — hold ADA before the snapshot to participate
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Browse submitted proposals during the voting period
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Cast your votes via the Catalyst Voting app or the web interface
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Earn voting rewards after the voting period closes
Frequently Asked Questions
How much ADA do I need to vote in Catalyst?
You need a minimum of 500 ADA in your wallet at the snapshot date to participate in Project Catalyst voting.
How do I submit a proposal to Catalyst?
Proposals are submitted through the Catalyst platform during the submission window of each funding round. Visit projectcatalyst.io for the current fund timeline and submission guidelines.
How are winning proposals selected?
Proposals that receive enough community votes and meet a minimum approval threshold receive funding. The exact mechanics vary by fund round — check the official Catalyst documentation for the current rules.
What kinds of projects get funded by Catalyst?
Catalyst funds a wide range of projects: developer tools, DeFi protocols, educational content, community initiatives, marketing campaigns, and infrastructure improvements for the Cardano ecosystem.