Welcome to FIL-RetroPGF-3, an Optimism-inspired Retroactive Public Goods Funding round for the Filecoin Ecosystem.

Projects that have demonstrated significant impact between defined impact windows will have the chance to gain visibility, receive feedback, and be awarded funding. Each round will progress through several key stages, designed to allow projects to present their value and receive community support. If you’ve been working to build on or contribute to the Filecoin network, this is your chance to get rewarded for your efforts. The process is open and transparent, and anyone can participate or support the initiative.

We're excited to launch FIL-RetroPGF-3, our most ambitious round yet! Building on the success of previous rounds that rewarded 194 impactful projects, we're looking forward to seeing even more groundbreaking contributions participate and get recognized for their impact.

We are grateful for the funds donated to the round by Protocol Labs, Filecoin Foundation, and Lotus Pond allowing us to distribute 585K FIL to impactful projects – nearly double the funding of previous rounds. We're actively seeking additional donors interested in contributing amounts >5,000 FIL.

Round 3 Documentation will be updated here.

Resources for all rounds are available here.

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What's New in Round 3?

• Onchain Impact Focus: Projects will be evaluated based on measurable network utilization, data retrievability, and onchain economic activity metrics.
• Expanded Priority Areas: New focus on Filecoin Onchain Tooling, AI & Compute integration, cross-chain interoperability, and governance/compliance tools.
• Enhanced Evaluation Criteria: Stronger emphasis on demonstrated client acquisition, revenue generation, and real paid storage deals rather than just technical capability.
• Streamlined Process: Partnership with Drips for seamless application intake and fund distribution, supported by the newly formed Blueshift Foundation.
• Evolved Categories: Traditional areas like Data On-Ramps and FVM Payments now prioritize enterprise pathways, automated tooling, and innovative payment solutions.

What's Next?

Applications are currently being voted on by badgeholders. Stay tuned for the results and subsequent funding distribution.