This proposal seeks DAO approval for a capped operational budget allocation to the Ston Foundation for the 2026 budget period. It proposes an annual cap of USD 2,500,000.00 in stablecoins/TON and 4,000,000.00 STON tokens to cover essential operational expenses. These funds will support protocol research and development, ecosystem engagement, core contributors, operational tooling, marketing, and general corporate operations of the Foundation. The Ston Foundation will execute these activities, manage contractors for agreed development directions, and provide quarterly reports to ensure transparency and accountability to the DAO. This framework aims to provide predictable funding, enable efficient execution of DAO initiatives, and strengthen STON.fi's governance.