Empowering Local
Blockchain Policy Leaders

The Digital Chamber's State Network Microgrants Program supports state-based organizations advancing blockchain, digital asset, AI, and emerging technology policy through education, collaboration, and community engagement.

2026 Grant Overview

The Digital Chamber's State Network Microgrants Program is a State Network initiative designed to strengthen state-level leadership on blockchain, digital assets, and emerging technology policy.

For the 2026 cohort, five organizations were selected to receive $2,000 microgrants to support projects ranging from policymaker roundtables and legislative workshops to public education events and technology conferences. Recipients were recognized during DC Blockchain Summit 2026and will continue collaborating with The Digital Chamber's State Network throughout the year.

Meet the 2026 Grant Recipients

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 

  • The program is intended to: 

    • Strengthen local blockchain ecosystems  

    • Support grassroots policy education and coalition-building 

    • Elevate credible, locally driven voices in state policy conversations 

    • Identify opportunities for longer-term collaboration within the State Network ecosystem 

  • Eligible applicants include: 

    • State or regional blockchain associations 

    • University blockchain clubs or fintech-focused student organizations 

    • Nonprofit or community-based organizations advancing digital asset literacy 

    • Coalitions or partnerships that engage directly with policymakers, chambers of commerce, or civic leaders  

    Applicants must demonstrate a clear state or regional footprint and the capacity to execute programming during the grant period. 

  • The following are not eligible: 

    • For-profit companies applying on their own behalf 

    • Individuals without an affiliated organization 

    • National organizations without a clear state-based project 

    • Projects that are primarily commercial, partisan, or promotional 

    • Each microgrant is $2,000 

    • Up to five awards will be made during the pilot phase

    Funds are intended to be catalytic and support discrete, clearly scoped projects. 

  • Applications will be reviewed by a committee composed of: 

    • The Digital Chamber leadership and/or

    • Members of TDC’s State Network working group 

    Selections will be made based on impact, alignment, and execution readiness. 

  • No. However, grantees will be invited to participate in additional State Network opportunities as they arise. 

  • Eligible projects include, but are not limited to: 

    • Policymaker roundtables, briefings, or statehouse education sessions 

    • Sandboxes, hackathons, industry demo days, or other programming geared towards lawmakers, government staff, regulators, and other policy stakeholders 

    • Community or campus events focused on blockchain policy engagement 

    • State-level research, issue briefs, or policy guides developed in collaboration with the Digital Chamber State Network 

    • Convenings that bring together policymakers, educators, industry, and community stakeholders with clear policy-oriented programming 

    Projects must be nonpartisan and policy-relevant.

  • Grant funds are unrestricted and may be used for: 

    • Venue and event costs 

    • Speaker travel or honoraria 

    • Educational materials and printing 

    • Outreach, communications, and light research expenses 

    Funds may not be used for lobbying, political contributions, or unrelated operational overhead.

  • Applications will be reviewed based on: 

    • Policy relevance: Alignment with The Digital Chamber’s State Network policy priorities 

    • Local impact and credibility: Demonstrated local credibility and policy access 

    • Feasibility: Clear scope, realistic timeline, and defined outcomes 

    • Regional importance: Contribution to geographic diversity and strategic state engagement 

    • Partnership potential: Potential for long-term collaboration with The Digital Chamber’s State Network 

    • Program launch: January 2026

    • Application window: Three weeks

    • Award announcement: March 2026, live at The Digital Chamber’s Blockchain Summit 

    • Project implementation period: March through December 2026

  • Each grantee will be asked to submit a short post-project report that includes: 

    • Event or project summary 

    • Attendance or participation metrics 

    • Photos and social media links 

    • Policy or educational outcomes 

    • Recommendations for continued collaboration 

    Reporting requirements are designed to be light-touch and practical. 

  • Yes. All grantees must: 

    • Display The Digital Chamber’s State Network branding on relevant materials 

    • Coordinate with the State Network team on public announcements or communications 

    The Digital Chamber’s State Network will amplify projects through its channels.