# Welcome

We are thrilled to have you here! This guide is designed to be your trusted companion as you navigate the intricacies of conducting a Quadratic Funding (QF) round on Gitcoin’s Grants Stack.

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🎯 **Purpose of Runbooks**

Our goal is to demystify the process of setting up, managing, and completing a successful QF round. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned round operator, this guide will provide you with the necessary insights, strategies, and best practices.<br>

👥 **Who Should Read These?**

This guide is tailored for:

* **For Round Operators**: Ideal for those planning to conduct QF rounds within their ecosystems.&#x20;
* **For Ecosystems**: Geared towards ecosystems aiming to upgrade their grant programs from manual spreadsheet management to a more streamlined, tech-driven approach.
* **For Community-Driven Decision Makers**: Perfect for anyone interested in understanding community preferences and empowering them to decide which projects deserve funding.

📖 **What's Inside?**

* **Round Setup**: Step-by-step instructions and best practices to plan and finalize your QF round.
* **Eligibility, Application and Appeal Process**: Detailed information on setting up eligibility criteria, application process and appeal process.&#x20;
* **Reviewing Results**: Guidance on how to analyze round outcomes effectively.
* **Post-Round Activities**: Best practices for post-round analysis and payouts.
* **Safety Protocols**: Essential safety measures to ensure a smooth round.
* **Marketing Strategies**: Proven marketing techniques to maximize the impact of your round.


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