Quicknode

February 26, 2025 — 5 min read

We’re putting $65M+ into rollup founders—no equity is taken, no strings attached—just pure acceleration.

Today, we’re thrilled to unveil “RollOut,” an eight-week accelerator program exclusively for rollup projects backed by a $65 million coalition of over 30 Web3 leaders—including Google, Coinbase Ventures, Arbitrum, Chainlink, Fireblocks, and Protocol Labs—to supercharge the next wave of rollup projects. If you’re building a rollup and eager to bring your vision to mainnet, this program offers the technical know-how, strategic capital, and industry support you need to succeed.

Forget the traditional VC struggle. With RollOut, you get over $65 million in resources—no equity taken, no strings attached. It’s an eight-week sprint to transform your rollup idea into a thriving mainnet reality. Apply now before the deadline.

What is RollOut?

RollOut is an intensive eight-week accelerator starting in March 2025, engineered for developers and founders who want to rapidly bring their rollup projects to mainnet (or supercharge a nearly-ready chain). Backed by a $65 million coalition, you’ll dive into high-impact workshops, mentorship, and ecosystem-building strategies. By the end of the program, you’ll be demo-day ready—pitching to top-tier investors with major prizes on the line.

Program Breakdown

1. Expert-Led Workshops and Mentorship - Each week covers critical areas like tokenomics, community-building, bridging solutions, and branding. You’ll tap into the collective knowledge of executives, founders, and developers who’ve scaled some of the biggest names in Web3.

2. $65M+ in Partner Support - Beyond direct funding opportunities, you’ll receive cloud credits, RaaS (Rollup-as-a-Service) discounts, marketing perks, and more from over 30 industry leaders—Google, Coinbase Ventures, and Protocol Labs included.

3. Demo Day with Major Prizes - The accelerator culminates in a high-stakes Demo Day. Pitch your project to an exclusive network of VCs, angel investors, and infrastructure experts, compete for significant prizes, and secure strategic partnerships.

4. Community and Ecosystem Access - Join a cohort of ~25 carefully curated rollup teams. Build alongside peers tackling similar problems, swap technical insights, and fast-track your project’s path to a thriving ecosystem.

The Eight-Week Journey

• Week 1: Scalability Deep Dives - Learn from top L2 founders on how to integrate wallets, oracles, data availability layers, and more.

• Weeks 2–6: Tokenomics, Community & Beyond - Workshops on designing robust incentive models, engaging your user base, attracting liquidity, and fostering governance.

• Week 7: Pitch Prep - Hone your pitch with seasoned investors and marketing experts. Polish your deck, refine your messaging, and perfect your approach to partnerships.

• Week 8: Demo Day - Take the stage before major VCs, angels, and tech giants, competing for prizes and forging strategic alliances that could define your project’s future.
  

What You’ll Gain

1. $65M+ in Combined Perks

   • Infrastructure Credits & Services: Quicknode will provide significant RaaS credits, so you can focus on iterating your product instead of worrying about server costs.

   • Partner Discounts: Expect big savings or even fully sponsored services from critical Web3 providers like Google, Coinbase Ventures, Protocol Labs, Chainlink, and others.

2. Direct Path to Funding

   • Investor Network: Demo Day connects you with a curated pool of investors collectively managing billions in capital.

   • No Equity Taken: Keep your cap table clean. We’re here to support your journey, not claim a piece of it.

3. Technical & Business Mentorship

   • Workshops That Matter: Token design, bridging solutions, user onboarding, developer outreach—no fluff, just actionable insights.

   • 1:1 Sessions: Founders get personalized guidance from Quicknode’s network of Web3 builders, and they can choose to continue these relationships post-accelerator.

4. Industry Recognition & Media Exposure

   • Media Partnerships: Get featured by Blockworks, Epic Web3, and other leading news outlets.

   • Developer Community: Tap into Quicknode’s user base of over a million developers, opening doors for integrators, adopters, and future contributors.

Who Should Apply?

1. Builders Focused on Rollups - If you’re mid-testnet or gearing up for mainnet, RollOut is your launchpad. We welcome projects across DeFi, gaming, and infrastructure—anywhere rollups can level up scalability and user experience.

2. Teams Not Yet on Public Mainnet - The program is tailored for those about to go live. We’ll help refine your MVP, check your go-to-market strategy, and connect you with potential ecosystem partners.

3. Commitment Required: 3–5 Hours/Week - Over eight weeks, you’ll join workshops, 1:1 mentorship sessions, and group activities designed to maximize your rollup’s potential. Expect a rigorous schedule—this is a real accelerator, not a casual webinar.

Key Dates

• Applications Open: February 26 – March 19

• Accelerator Duration: March 24 – May 19

• Demo Day: May 27, 2025

We aim to select around 25 teams for the inaugural RollOut cohort. If you’re building something truly innovative, this is your moment.

Ready to roll up your sleeves?

If you’re a Web3 builder focused on rollups and looking for funding, mentorship, and resources, RollOut was crafted with you in mind. Selected projects will be guided through every aspect of rolling out a new chain—from the technical details to the business roadmap—while networking with some of the best minds and investors in the space.

Applications are live now—secure your spot and shape the future of L2 technology. Apply now to join the inaugural RollOut cohort and help shape the future of Ethereum scalability.

1. Check Eligibility - Have an actively developing rollup, but not yet on public mainnet? Perfect.

2. Submit Your Application - Fill out the application before the March 19 deadline.

3. Get Ready for Acceleration - We’ll review and select a cohort that can fully leverage these resources. If that’s you, buckle up—eight weeks of high-octane growth start soon.