Dear All, Just saw this blog by Tristi Sinha out about the use of the Auction Proceeds money to fund some of the funds needed for applicant support program.  I do not remember us discussing this wondering what others thought of this use. I thought now that the grants are being put out that al of them have to go through the official grant process https://www.icann.org/en/blogs/details/icann-board-seeks-input-on-applicant-... <https://www.icann.org/en/blogs/details/icann-board-seeks-input-on-applicant-...> Best, Judith -- _________________________________________________________________________ Judith Hellerstein, Founder & CEO Hellerstein & Associates 3001 Veazey Terrace NW, Washington DC 20008 Phone: (202) 362-5139 Skype ID: judithhellerstein Mobile/Whats app: +1202-333-6517 E-mail:Judith@jhellerstein.com Website:www.jhellerstein.com Linked In:www.linkedin.com/in/jhellerstein/ Opening Telecom & Technology Opportunities Worldwide