The Ethereum Foundation has announced plans to optimize the focus areas and implementation paths of its Ecosystem Support Program (ESP). As part of this transition, the Foundation has temporarily suspended public grant applications to redesign its funding model. This shift aims to move from a reactive to a proactive approach, aligning with strategic initiatives and supporting other teams within the Foundation. The Foundation has acknowledged that the current influx of applications has strained its resources, hindering the exploration of new strategic opportunities. While the Foundation will continue to fund Ethereum public products, it will adopt a new approach, with further details expected in Q4 2025.