Moonbeam’s ecosystem grants have helped launch dozens of teams building on Polkadot—and some of the most successful stories started with a single grant. These aren’t just one-off experiments or testnet demos. They’re real apps with real usage, solving real problems.
In this post, we’ll explore four projects—across gaming, connectivity, finance, and sustainability—that used Moonbeam’s support to scale meaningfully.
1. N3MUS: Bringing Web2 Gamers Onchain
N3MUSGo to page https://moonbeam.network/case-studies/n3mus-case-study-onboarding-gamers-to-web3/ is a web3 gaming platform that lets studios launch onchain tournaments, scoreboards, and anti-cheat systems—without disrupting the player experience. Their Moonbeam grant supported the rollout of wallet-native gameplay infrastructure, aimed at turning traditional gamers into onchain users without extra friction.
The outcome:
- Enabled games to deploy competitive modes with real-time, onchain scoring
- Designed infrastructure for skill-based, reward-driven tournaments
- Focused on seamless UX—players don’t even need to know it’s web3
N3MUS proves that with the right infrastructure, onchain gaming can feel just like web2—but better. Read the full case studyGo to page https://moonbeam.network/case-studies/n3mus-case-study-onboarding-gamers-to-web3/.
“Moonbeam's infrastructure not only supports our growing player base but also powers our tournament platform, allowing players to compete in their favorite games entirely onchain. Together, we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible in web3 gaming.” ~Marco Colaço, Co-founder of N3MUS
2. Diode: Privacy-Preserving Connectivity on Polkadot
DiodeGo to page https://apps.moonbeam.network/moonbeam/app-dir/n3mus is building decentralized communications infrastructure for secure, censorship-resistant connectivity. With support from a Moonbeam grant, Diode deployed their flagship product, Diode Drive—a Dropbox-like app that gives users full control of their data without relying on centralized servers.
The outcome:
- Launched Diode Drive on Moonbeam with wallet-based authentication
- Enabled cross-device syncing and file sharing with onchain ownership
- Proved that decentralized storage and privacy tooling can be user-friendly
By combining self-hosted apps with onchain trust, Diode shows what’s possible when privacy-first tools go mainstream. Read the full case studyGo to page [object Object].
“Building Diode on Moonbeam has allowed us to accelerate our roadmap for features, regional coverage, and market awareness. DePIN projects like ours need a scalable and hands-on partner like Moonbeam.” ~Hans Rempel, Diode Co-Founder
3. Colb: Web3 Wealth Management That Works
ColbGo to page https://www.colb.finance/ is a decentralized asset management protocol designed to make wealth building accessible and transparent. With help from a Moonbeam grant, the team launched a smart-contract-powered platform where users can follow top investors, manage portfolios, and access automated trading strategies.
The outcome:
- Launched fully on Moonbeam using Solidity and Ethereum tooling
- Integrated decentralized portfolio creation, strategy replication, and social investing
- Brought real DeFi utility to retail investors—without requiring technical expertise
Moonbeam’s EVM compatibility helped Colb move fast, while its ecosystem support made it easier to grow a user base in Polkadot. Read the full case studyGo to page https://moonbeam.network/case-studies/colb-case-study-wealth-management/.
“This partnership strengthens the security, accessibility, and interoperability of Colb tokens, driving the future of cross-chain trade and expanding liquidity flow.” ~Yulgan Lira, Colb Co-Founder & CEO
4. Carbify: Making Sustainability Actionable in Web3
CarbifyGo to page https://moonbeam.network/case-studies/carbify-case-study/ is on a mission to bring carbon offsets and environmental impact tracking onchain. Their Moonbeam grant allowed them to build a system where users can buy tokenized trees, earn sustainable rewards, and track verified climate impact in real time.
Key Outcomes:
- Tokenized real-world environmental assets
- Provided transparent tracking of carbon offsets on Moonbeam
- Blended gamification, token economics, and ecological impact
Carbify is a strong example of web3’s potential to turn values into verifiable action—and Moonbeam helped them bring that vision to life. Read the full case studyGo to page https://moonbeam.network/case-studies/carbify-case-study/.
“Moonbeam’s technical solution is superior to the others, providing us with the unique opportunity to utilize them as a hub for our on-chain tree accounting. The support from their team has been outstanding, making this collaboration smooth and impactful." ~William ten Zijthoff, Co-Founder, Carbify
Grants That Go Beyond the Launch
Each of these teams used Moonbeam grants to build something real—and scale it. Whether the goal was onboarding new users, integrating real-world assets, or building infrastructure for privacy and gaming, the common thread is this: Moonbeam’s grants were a catalyst for traction.
From zero to thousands of users. From idea to adoption. From proof-of-concept to live product.
Build What’s Next—With Moonbeam
The Moonbeam ecosystem grant program is designed for builders who want to launch fast, iterate onchain, and access real users. If you're working on DeFi, gaming, identity, infrastructure, or anything in between, this might be the spark you need.
Explore Moonbeam grants to learn more—and start your own story by applying here.Go to page https://moonbeam.network/build/grants/