# Introduction

### What is RLY Protocol?

RLY Protocol is a permissionless, open source, multi-chain, no-fee software suite that consists of on-chain smart contracts and off-chain libraries that provide the necessary tools for developers to easily launch token economies in just a few steps. RLY Protocol is currently available for Solana and aims to be multichain in the near future. 

[RLY Protocol for Solana](https://wiki.rly.network/rly-protocol/get-started/tbc-on-solana)

### Who is the RLY Network Association?

The RLY Network Association is a Switzerland based non-profit organization with a purpose drive growth and adoption to the RLY Ecosystem. The Association's responsibilities are as follows: 

* Maintain and develop the RLY Network's core blockchain technology 
* Provide technical and economic infrastructure to enable consumer friendly, trust minimized, decentralized communities and applications 
* Oversee the RLY community treasury and ensure ample network liquidity 
* Drive expansion and adoption of the RLY protocol via licensing, grants, and network rewards
* Seek innovation and investment opportunities for RLY

Find out more about the RLY Network Association in our [wiki](https://wiki.rly.network/rly-network/introduction/rly-network-association)

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