3 months. 3 teams. Mentorship, rewards, and the chance to shape the future of BTCfi on Core.
After a successful first run, the Core Foundation is excited to announce Core Commit Program Cohort #2, running from September to December 2025 (inclusive of application period). This is your opportunity to code your way to success, collaborate with top builders, gain tailored mentorship, and build solutions that contribute to the growth and diversification of the Core Ecosystem, the most Bitcoin-aligned, EVM-compatible blockchain.
What is the Core Commit Program?
The Core Commit Program is a selective 3-month builder initiative designed for developers and early-stage projects ready to make an impact. Whether you’re building from scratch or picking an idea from the Core Wishlist, you’ll receive mentorship, ecosystem exposure, and monthly rewards based on your progress.
Only 3 exceptional teams will be selected to join this cohort, making it an exclusive chance to get direct access to mentorship from Core Contributors, industry-leading experts, Core Ventures and its network of 100+ VCs and the Core ecosystem.
Proven Impact – Cohort #1 Highlights
In Cohort #1, selected teams turned ideas into functioning MVPs within just 3 months. Projects like:
Vault Layer: Specialized liquid staking vaults for Bitcoin DeFi.
B14G: Merge marketplace lowering capital barriers for BTC staking via Core.
Sats Terminal: a decentralized aggregation protocol focused on Bitcoin Defi.
JustUseCore: A decentralized raffle platform where users can host or join raffles to win CORE tokens.
From mentorship to funding opportunities, Core Commit Program Cohort #1 set the stage for long-term success, and Cohort #2 will raise the bar even higher.
Why You Should Apply
Earn Rewards While You Build: Up to $2,500 CORE/month based on meaningful code commits and milestones.
Tailored Mentorship: 1:1 guidance from Core Ventures and ecosystem leaders.
Ecosystem & Media Exposure: Get featured in community channels, AMAs, and webinars.
Funding Opportunities: Pitch at Demo Day to secure potential investment.
Shape BTCfi’s Future: Build innovative dApps that expand Bitcoin’s utility.
Program Timeline
Applications Open: Sept 16 – Sept 30, 2025 (11:59 pm UTC)
Selected Teams Announcement: Oct. 8th, 2025
Cohort#2 Kickoff: Oct. 13th, 2025
Duration: 3 months (Oct–Jan 2025)
Demo Day: End of Jan 2025
How It Works
- Apply: Submit your idea or choose a project from the Core Wishlist.
- Selection: the best three teams will be chosen based on innovation, execution plan, and team expertise.
- Build & Commit: Receive rewards each month based on GitHub commits and development progress of your project.
- Showcase: Present your work at the Demo Day and unlock funding opportunities from Core Ventures and its network of 100+ VCs and partners.
Eligibility & Selection Criteria
Projects will be evaluated on:
Technical innovation and scalability
Dedicated and experienced team
Strong execution plan and roadmap
Potential for long-term impact on Core’s ecosystem
Your Next Step
Applications are open from September 16 to September 30, 2025.
This is a rare opportunity to join a high-impact program with direct access to resources, mentorship, and funding pathways.
Apply now and start building the future of BTCfi on Core.