Moonshotnx Grant Funding Canvas

Lion’s Den Edition – For Founders Seeking Grant Approval

This canvas helps you clearly and concisely prepare your pitch to the Lion’s Den panel. Use it to structure your 8-minute presentation and ensure every judge understands your mission, your impact, and how the Moonbase grant will accelerate your growth.

1. The Mission-Critical Problem

What problem are you solving and why does it matter?

  • Define the core problem your startup addresses.

  • Explain why it’s urgent, underserved, or timely.

  • Identify who is most affected and the consequences of inaction.

2. Your Disruptive Solution

How are you solving this problem, and what makes it unique?

  • Describe your product or service in one to two clear sentences.

  • Explain how it works and what makes it different.

  • Show how it directly addresses the problem above.

3. The Impact You Will Make

What measurable outcomes will your solution deliver?

  • Who benefits from your solution?

  • What kind of social, economic, or environmental change will occur?

  • How will you track and report your impact?

4. The Founding Team

Who is building this and why are you the right team?

  • Introduce your co-founders and their relevant experience.

  • Highlight previous wins, traction, or technical strengths.

  • Show that your team is capable of delivering the project.

5. Market and Traction

Is there demand for what you’re building and how far along are you?

  • Define your target market and ideal users.

  • Share any early traction (waitlists, MVPs, customers, revenue, or pilots).

  • Describe your go-to-market strategy or scaling plan.

6. Use of Grant Funds

How will the $50,000 Moonbase grant be used effectively?

  • Show how this grant sets you up for investor-readiness.

7. The STACK Note and Capital Stack Path

What’s your next funding step and how does the grant fit in?

  • Describe how you plan to raise follow-on capital after the grant.

  • Outline your STACK journey: Grant → STACK Note → External funding.

  • Reinforce your preparedness and likelihood of securing funding.

8. Execution Roadmap

What is your plan over the next 3 to 6 months?

  • List 3 to 4 key milestones you’ll hit post-grant.

  • Mention any current partnerships, resources, or support in place.

  • Emphasize your top strategic priority if approved today.

9. Why You, Why Now

What gives your startup an edge, and why is this the right moment?

  • Explain why you are uniquely positioned to solve this problem.

  • Share any personal connection or insight that inspired the business.

  • Explain why immediate support from Moonshotnx matters now.

How to Use This Canvas

  • Complete each section before your Lion’s Den pitch.

  • Focus on clarity, conviction, and real outcomes.

  • Tie the grant to traction, and the traction to future investment.

  • Rehearse your narrative using this structure to stay within your 8-minute limit.