Qweerty Game Dev Microgrant 2026
Qweerty Gamers offers up to $2,500 for queer made games releasing in 2027. Applications close 11 October 2026.
The Qweerty Game Dev Microgrant is a grant from Qweerty Gamers for games that are queer made or that carry clear queer themes and are planned for release in 2027. The news post says recipients receive up to $2,500 to finish funding their game. The application form says each recipient can receive up to $2,500 USD, awarded based on needs, and that zPride makes the grant possible. The form describes Qweerty Gamers as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
The form asks for a project by queer developers, or a game with clear queer themes, with a release planned in 2027. The applicant must be a registered LLC or a sole proprietor, and must have a bank account in a US institution.
The news post was published on 19 September 2026 and says applications are open. The form says applications are accepted until 11 October 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time. The form says the current plan is to follow up with selected people by mid November 2026. Apply through the Google form linked from the news post.
Quick answers
How much does it pay?
Up to $2,500. It is a grant and takes no equity.
When is the deadline?
The deadline is 11 October 2026.
Who can apply?
A project by queer developers, or a game with clear queer themes, planned for release in 2027. The applicant must be a registered LLC or a sole proprietor and must have a bank account in a US institution. It is limited to applicants in North America.
How do I apply?
Through the official page at forms.gle. The link is at the top of this page.
When do selected applicants hear back?
The form says the current plan is to follow up with selected people by mid November 2026.
Who provides the money?
The form says the grant is made possible by zPride, and that Qweerty Gamers is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.