Hi Builder,

Whether you're building for cross-border payments, decentralized FX, or real-world DeFi, this is your moment. Build with MiniPay and Mento for a network of over 7 million activated wallets! Sign up now for Build on MiniPay - Bringing FX Onchain.

📅 April 11 – May 2
🏆 $25,000 in prizes
✨ Top projects will also be considered for the MiniPay Fund Accelerator by Verda Ventures, with a chance for additional post-hackathon funding and mentorship.

🛠️ How to Apply

Complete all three steps to be eligible to enter the hackathon!

• ✅ Add your project to KarmaGap – this is your project HQ and how progress is tracked. It’s also used by Celo Public Good and Proof of Ship for future grants and funding. Follow this guide to set your project up.

•  ✅ Sign up for the Build on MiniPay - Bringing FX Onchain – Make sure to include your KarmaGap project link. Only projects with an existing KarmaGAP project will be approved. 

• ✅ All team members must apply! Strong, complete teams are key—especially for those looking to build long-term on MiniPay.

🗓️ Key Dates & Workshops

Workshop Week:
 📅 April 9: Build on MiniPay w/ Mento – RSVP here
 📅 April 10: Build on MiniPay w/ Portal – RSVP here

Kick-Off:
 📅 April 11: Official Hackathon Kickoff – RSVP here
Learn about rules, tracks, and prizes!

Milestones:
 📅 April 16: Milestone 1 Check-In
 📅 April 23: Milestone 2 Check-In
 📅 April 28: Final Submissions Due

Judging & Finale:
 📅 April 29–May 1: Judging
 📅 May 2: Final Showcase & Winners Announced 🎉

🔗 Apply now to the MiniPay FX Hackathon
 📝 Set up your KarmaGap project
📚 Full Hackathon Guide & Rules

Let’s bring FX onchain. See you in the workshops. 👨🏾‍💻

Lena.