All BNB Chain's Builder Support Programs: Full List

How BNB Chain Helps Builders Succeed

BNB Chain stands out as a leading force in supporting innovators. Their commitment to fostering blockchain growth is stronger than ever, offering a robust ecosystem of programs tailored to developers, startups, and even memecoins. Whether launching your first dApp or scaling a DeFi platform, BNB Chain's support can be the catalyst your project needs to thrive.

While BNB Chain has established a strong reputation for supporting DeFi and GameFi projects (with many success stories in these sectors), they've recently expanded their focus to embrace AI integration and DePin (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure) innovations. They've even shown unique support for the memecoin ecosystem with dedicated liquidity programs, making BNB Chain an attractive home for projects across the entire Web3 spectrum.

This guide explains each support program in simple terms. You'll learn what each program offers, who can apply, and how to get started.

BNB Incubation Alliance (BIA)

What it is: A program that helps early blockchain projects grow through events, funding, and support.

Main benefits:

• Fast-track entry into the MVB program (explained below)
• Potential investment from YziLabs (formerly Binance Labs)
• Access to BNB Chain grants
• Free services worth up to $300,000

How it works: The program selects promising early-stage projects and connects them with investors and mentors at events held worldwide. Recent events were held at EthDenver in Denver and Devcon2024 in Bangkok.

Given BNB Chain's history of aligning with high-profile events like EthDenver and Devcon2024, we expect 2025 to bring exciting opportunities at conferences such as Consensus 2025 and other well known blockchain summits.

Who can apply: New blockchain projects that are just getting started, either before launch or shortly after. More information can be found here.

What winners receive:

• Top projects get direct entry to MVB program
• All winners get some combination of grants and support services
• Ongoing networking with investors and industry experts

Most Valuable Builder (MVB) Program

What it is: A quarterly accelerator program for projects building on BNB Chain. It's very selective; less than 2% of applicants have been accepted for previous rounds. The intense program typically runs for 4 weeks.

Focus areas:

• Financial applications (lending, trading)
• Gaming, GameFi projects
• SocialFi platforms
• Tools for developers
• Consumer apps

Fueling Growth: The MVB program sets project teams up for long-term success and works in close collaboration with founders to bring innovative ideas to life:

1. One-on-one mentorship with BNB Chain's Business Development team and YziLabs' Investment team
2. Tailored curriculum and fireside chats with industry leaders
3. BNB Chain ecosystem support
4. Raise awareness across CoinMarketCap channels
5. Opportunity to secure funding from YziLabs

Success stories: Historical MVB cohorts have propelled projects like Galxe, Mobox, SpaceID, and many more, to global recognition, securing millions in funding and partnerships. The program continues to attract top talent, offering a 4-week intensive program that's perfect for projects ready to scale.

Benefits:

• One-on-one mentoring with experts
• Training and workshops with industry leaders
• Marketing help
• Potential funding from YziLabs

How to apply:
Registrations for the current round are closed. Check for updates and application details here.

BNB Chain Grants Program

The BNB Chain Grants program supports open-source initiatives that benefit the broader BNB Chain developer community through financial support and ecosystem access.

Grant Amount and Benefits

The grants program offers:

• Funding up to $200,000 per project (larger amounts may be possible after evaluation)
• Marketing exposure and promotional opportunities
• Technical support from the BNB Chain team
• Ecosystem partnership building and connections

Application and Review Process

The application process consists of two review rounds:

First Round:

• Initial review focusing on relevance to BNB Chain's goals
• Technical assessment of requirements, challenges, and innovation
• Decision on progression to the second round

Second Round:

• Complete plan presentation incorporating first-round feedback
• Milestone and grant amount confirmation
• Q&A calls with grant reviewers

Winner announcements occur every two months.

Application tips: To stand out in the application process, focus on aligning your project's vision with BNB Chain's goals.
Pro tip: Highlight your project's unique impact and technical feasibility during the Q&A calls to maximize your chances.

Eligible Project Categories

The BNB Chain Grants program welcomes applications from:

• Developer tools and infrastructure projects
• DeFi applications and protocols
• GameFi platforms and tools
• AI and DePin initiatives
• DeSoc (Decentralized Social) applications
• Other innovative blockchain solutions

BNB Chain Kickstart

What it is: A program that gives developers free or discounted access to tools and services needed to build blockchain projects. Think of cloud hosting services like Oort, AWS, or Google that provide substantial services and free credits (up to $200,000) for projects that have joined Kickstart

Cost savings: This program can save your project tens of thousands or more in development costs, making it an ideal starting point for new builders. Whether you need cloud credits, security audits, or marketing tools, Kickstart's partnerships with top services providers and leading blockchain (security) firms ensure you're equipped to launch efficiently.

What you get: Free or discounted access to essential services like:

• Cloud hosting
• Security tools and audits
• Marketing tools and services
• Payment systems
• Wallet and fiat on ramp solutions
• And many more technical resources

How to apply:

1. Fill out the application form on this page
2. Wait for your application to be reviewed
3. If approved, learn how to claim your benefits
4. Start building with your new resources

BNB Chain TVL Incentive Program

What it is: A program that rewards projects for increasing the total value locked (TVL) in their applications on BNB Chain.

Key Dates:

• Registration period: Jan 15 - Feb 21, 2025 (UTC)
• Competition period: Jan 21 - Mar 21, 2025 (UTC)
• Winner Announcement: Before Mar 28, 2025 (UTC)
• Delegation Support: Before Mar 7, 2025 (UTC)

Delegation Support Duration: The top 5 protocols will receive staking support with a staking period of 1 to 3 months based on their performance.

Who can participate: This challenge is open to all DeFi protocols building across BNB liquid staking, restaking infrastructure, liquid restaking, and yield optimization protocols.

Requirements:

1. Completed at least two security audits
2. Achieve a minimum of $10 million in Total Value Locked (TVL)
3. Complete a security & risk review by BNB Chain Foundation

Rewards available:

• Phase 1: Up to 50,000 BNB in total rewards
• Phase 2: Up to $160,000 for top-performing projects

Who can apply:

• Projects already running on BNB Chain
• Projects that have completed security audits
• Projects that register during the application period

How it works: The program measures how much your project's TVL increases during the competition period. Projects that grow the most receive the largest rewards. For more details visit here.

BNB AI Hack

What it is: An ongoing hackathon for projects combining AI and blockchain technology. Unlike traditional hackathons with fixed deadlines, BNB AI Hack lets you participate whenever you're ready.

How it works: To accelerate AI innovation on the BNB Chain, this upgraded hackathon offers unparalleled flexibility and opportunities:

• Open Submissions: Submit your projects anytime—BNB Chain will review and announce successful applications bi-weekly. There's no fixed deadline! Submissions may close at any time, so apply early for a better chance of receiving BNB Chain's support.
• Workshops & Mentorship: Gain insights from AI and blockchain experts.
• 24/7 Support: Get your questions answered in the dedicated hackathon support group where you can also find teammates.

Prize Structure:

• Tier 1: $10,000 USDT, $50,000 kickstart funding, MVB interview opportunity, BIA demo entry, and marketing visibility.
• Tier 2: $7,000 USDT, $50,000 kickstart funding, demo session, promotional resources, and mentorship.
• Tier 3: $3,000 USDT, $50,000 kickstart funding, and further development resources.

Projects can earn rewards from multiple tiers as they advance and iterate on their ideas. Winners also receive collaboration opportunities with BNB Chain partners, potential seed funding, and comprehensive marketing support.

Sponsor Challenges: Participants can also compete in sponsored challenges with a combined prize pool of $526,000 from partners including APRO, Unibase, Solidus AI Tech, USDX, ASI Alliance, and NetMind.AI.

Project ideas the program is looking for:

• Analytics & Trading: AI systems for on-chain data analysis, market trend prediction, and automated trading bots for DEXs
• Financial & Business Tools: AI-powered business intelligence solutions and personalized financial advisors that provide tailored recommendations
• Enhanced User Interfaces: AI wallet frameworks that improve user trust and plugins that integrate with popular AI tools like Langchain and fetch.ai
• Gaming & Identity: AI-driven gaming elements (like NPCs and content generation) and decentralized identity verification solutions

BNB Chain Memecoin Liquidity Support Program

What it is: A program that adds permanent liquidity to the best-performing meme tokens on BNB Chain, helping them grow and trade more easily.

Recent developments: As announced on March 07, 2025, BNB Chain completed Round 1 of this program, injecting $4.4M in liquidity into top memecoins like Broccoli and KOMA. BNB Chain is currently gauging community interest for a potential Round 2, asking "Should we do Round 2? Let us know in the comments!" 
While applications aren't open yet, memecoin projects should keep an eye on official announcements in case Round 2 is confirmed.

Round 1 Recap: The inaugural round of BNB Chain's Memecoin Liquidity Support Program created quite a stir in the memecoin community. The program selected daily winners while also maintaining a weekly leaderboard for larger rewards. To qualify, meme tokens needed to be natively launched on BNB Chain, maintain a market cap above $1 million, have at least 1,000 active users, demonstrate widely distributed ownership, and pass security verification. The competition was fierce as projects were ranked on market value, price growth, and trading volume performance. When the dust settled, ten projects emerged victorious: Broccoli(f3b) claimed the top spot, followed by KOMA, SIREN, BANANA, PERRY, TST, 4, Broccoli(714), BROCCOLI(f2b), and TUT. These winners received permanent liquidity injections ranging from $200,000 to $500,000, significantly enhancing their trading stability. The program showcased BNB Chain's commitment to the vibrant memecoin ecosystem, with the community now eagerly awaiting news about a potential second round.

Rewards provided:

• Daily winners received up to $200,000 in permanent liquidity
• Weekly winners received between $200,000 and $500,000 in permanent liquidity

If BNB Chain announces Round 2, similar criteria and rewards may apply, though the specifics could be adjusted for a further round. Follow @BNBCHAIN on X for future announcements.

How to Choose the Right BNB Chain Support Program

BNB Chain offers many different ways to help blockchain projects grow. Here's how to pick the right program for your needs:

For brand new projects:

• Start with BNB Chain Kickstart to get basic tools and services
• Consider applying for the BNB AI Hack if your project uses AI
• Look into BNB Chain Grants for initial funding

For projects with a working product:

• Apply to the MVB Program for more comprehensive support
• Try for the BNB Incubation Alliance to connect with investors
• Consider the TVL Incentive Program if you're focused on growth

For meme tokens:

• Check out the Memecoin Liquidity Support Program!? (Will there be another round?)

Many successful projects use multiple programs over time, starting with basic support and moving to more advanced programs as they grow.

Find out more, and find these opportunities, by visiting the BNB Chain’s website or follow @BNBCHAIN on X for real-time updates. Whether you're a newbie or scaling a DeFi giant, BNB Chain's support programs are your (projects) gateway to Web3 success—start exploring today!