According to the Q1 2026 allocation report, the Ethereum Foundation continued backing zero-knowledge research, core clients, validator security and public-goods infrastructure, reinforcing its long-term focus on cryptography-led scaling.
The Ethereum Foundation’s Q1 2026 Ecosystem Support Program allocated about $9.856 million across grants focused on protocol research and development, security, zero-knowledge infrastructure and core client software. The latest report emphasizes support for zero-knowledge research, core clients, validator security and public-goods infrastructure, reinforcing Ethereum’s long-term cryptography-first scaling approach. Previously identified recipients and areas included clients such as EthereumJS and Lighthouse, broader support tied to Ethereum’s technical stack, and selected policy initiatives including a Hong Kong strategic forum.