# Polynomial Keeper Grants 

By [Polynomial](https://paragraph.com/@polynomial) · 2024-12-06

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We are excited to launch the first edition of Polynomial’s Keeper Grant Program.

Decentralized exchanges (DEXs) are the backbone of DeFi, providing traders with permissionless access to markets. DEXs rely on automated market participants called "keepers" to maintain operational integrity.

Polynomial seeks contributors to run keeper bots on the Polynomial Chain to aid in order execution.

### What are Keepers?

Keepers are programs that monitor and interact with smart contracts to perform necessary maintenance operations. On Polynomial, keepers serve two primary functions: **Order Settlement** and **Liquidation Management**

### Why are Keepers Needed?

Keepers form a crucial decentralized infrastructure layer that:

*   Ensures 24/7 market operations without manual intervention
    
*   Maintains market stability through timely liquidations
    
*   Protects user interests by ensuring timely order execution
    
*   Provides redundancy through multiple independent operators
    

### Program Details

*   Reward Pool: 1000 $OP
    
*   Distribution: Proportional to executed orders
    
*   Duration: **1 December 2024 - 31 December 2024**
    
*   Eligibility: Open to all
    

### How to get started?

Interested contributors can get started by :

*   Raise a ticket on Polynomial Discord
    
*   Fill up the [Keeper Registration Form](https://forms.gle/UAUey32surbBc5oz7)
    

To learn more, please visit [Polynomial Keeper Grant RFQ](https://polynomialfi.notion.site/Keeper-Bot-Program-151e1b3d830d80088787e93f1b090489?pvs=4) or [Polynomial Trade Docs](https://docs.polynomial.fi/trade/trade/keepers)

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to develop and expand the Polynomial Chain ecosystem. The future of derivatives trading is here, and it's decentralized.

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*Originally published on [Polynomial](https://paragraph.com/@polynomial/polynomial-keeper-grants)*