How to create a proposal in Questbook?

This guide walks you through the full process of preparing and submitting a grant proposal to the Obol Grants Program using Questbook.

1. Respect the Wave Schedule

Each grant wave follows a strict timeline. Grant requests must be submitted during the application window listed in the Grants Program page.

⚠️ Proposals submitted outside of an open wave window will not be considered.

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2. Choose the Right Grant Track

Your grant request must clearly align with one of the four main grant tracks, which are tied to the Obol Collective's SQUAD goals. Each track has its own page with:

• Scope verification checklist

• Expectations and contribution types

• Evaluation criteria used during review

On each grant track page, you will find the link to apply for that specific track on Questbook.

👉 Visit the grant track guides linked here.

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3. Prepare to Submit on Questbook

If you don't already have a Questbook account:

• Go to https://questbook.app

• Create a new wallet or connect an existing one

• Back up your wallet's private key securely — you will need it to access your account

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4. Create Your Application

1. Select the grant track aligned with your grant request and follow the link provided in the dedicated subpage

2. Complete each section of the form, including:

   • Project summary

   • Team & track record

   • Grant track alignment

   • Milestones & timelines

   • Requested funding & deliverables per milestone

Each section is pre-structured to guide you in providing the expected information.

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5. Include Your Cost Breakdown

You must attach a cost breakdown using the template provided by the Obol Association (linked below).

• You may modify the structure, add/remove rows, or use your own format if clearly structured.

• Make sure costs are tied to milestones, not just a lump sum.

👉 Download the cost breakdown template here

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6. Post in the Forum

Once your application is submitted on Questbook:

• Go to the Obol Grants Forum Thread

• Post a comment with:

  • Your project name

  • A short summary

  • A link to your Questbook grant request

This ensures community visibility and transparency.

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7. What Happens Next

• During the review period (after the wave closes), your grant request will be evaluated by the current committee.

• Reviews will use the rubric published in your track’s page to evaluate your request.

• Feedback may be shared on Questbook or through the forum.

If approved:

• You’ll be contacted for milestone validation and next steps for funding.

• Disbursements will occur after milestone delivery is validated.