> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.gitcoin.co/gitcoin-knowledge-base/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.gitcoin.co/gitcoin-knowledge-base/~/revisions/9mvTx8ytHXLD56iyJuxb/gitcoin-grants-program/mechanisms/direct-grants.md).

# Direct Grants

> Direct Grants are straightforward funding mechanisms where a certain amount of money is awarded to projects or individuals to support specific endeavors. Recipients are often expected to meet certain milestones or deliverables​. Funding amounts are predetermined and awarded based on grantors' criteria. - [Intro to Direct Grants](https://www.gitcoin.co/blog/intro-to-direct-grants-how-do-they-work)

Direct grants are the simplest form of funding, and have the least community involvement. They are well suited to small grant programs, and offer clear terms for how funding is disbursed.

See "[Intro to Direct Grants](https://www.gitcoin.co/blog/intro-to-direct-grants-how-do-they-work)" for a full overview and comparison to [QF](/gitcoin-knowledge-base/~/revisions/9mvTx8ytHXLD56iyJuxb/gitcoin-grants-program/mechanisms/quadratic-funding.md).