{"signature": "0x6aa70dd0137f348af4add18edd4759f0b32cfe0e9e99bfa63f3f16e91d98ee15021860eecccb4368ee3967171fceb8b1d18b842476896e92d25bce215feaee701c", "application": {"round": "0x84e557dc4248e96cb697d760d6f93dc5a3b0e0bb", "answers": [{"type": "short-answer", "answer": "chandonxo", "hidden": true, "question": "Telegram Handle", "questionId": 0}, {"type": "short-answer", "hidden": true, "question": "Link to your Public Group Chat (e.g., Discord or Telegram)", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "https://gap.karmahq.xyz/project/sky-city-university", "hidden": true, "question": "Please link your Karma GAP profile, which will be used for milestone tracking and progress updates.", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Educational content for Sei's Web3 gaming ecosystem"], "hidden": true, "question": "Which of the Sei gaming ecosystem focus areas does your project address?", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "1. Fostering Early Adoption and User Growth:\nIntroducing Web3 Gaming to Students: \nBy educating middle-school students about Web3 gaming on SEI, we are directly onboarding a younger generation into the ecosystem. These students will be exposed to the unique features of SEI’s gaming ecosystem early, making them some of the first to adopt SEI-based games. Their participation will help grow the user base and create a new wave of gamers, explorers, and content creators in SEI.\n\n2. Authentic Community Feedback and Game Reviews:\nStudent Game Reviews: \nAs part of the project, students will explore and review various SEI-based Web3 games. Their honest and authentic feedback will provide valuable insights to game developers and the SEI community, helping to improve the games and attract a wider audience. This direct input from a younger demographic offers a fresh perspective and can influence game design and community engagement strategies.\n\n3. Building Content to Showcase SEI Gaming:\nVideo Recaps and Class Content: \nThe project will produce a series of video recaps, student game reviews, and tournament highlights, all centered around SEI-based games. This content will be shared on social media, expanding the visibility of SEI’s gaming ecosystem and demonstrating the educational potential of Web3 gaming. These videos will serve as both marketing tools and educational resources, showing how SEI can be used to onboard new users and players.\n\n4. Promoting SEI Gaming through Tournaments and Competitions:\nStudent-Hosted Gaming Tournaments: \nOrganizing SEI gaming tournaments within the Crypto Club will bring attention to SEI’s Web3 gaming capabilities. These tournaments will not only engage the students but also serve as community events that promote SEI games. The inclusion of SEI token rewards will generate excitement and incentivize participation, making SEI gaming more attractive to new users.\n\n5. Increasing SEI Token Utility and Ecosystem Support:\nSEI Giveaways and Rewards: \nStudents will earn SEI tokens for their participation in the project, whether through gaming, reviews, or tournaments. This increases the utility of SEI tokens within the ecosystem, showcasing their use beyond just trading or investment. As students earn and interact with SEI, they contribute to the overall liquidity and circulation of the token, adding value to the ecosystem.\n\n6. Expanding SEI’s Brand Recognition through Educational Initiatives:\nBranded Merchandise and Community Engagement: If the project is funded, branded merchandise will be distributed to participating students, creating brand ambassadors within the school and their social networks. This will increase awareness of SEI and position the platform as a key player in the educational and gaming sectors of Web3, expanding its reach beyond typical crypto users.\n\nIn summary, this project contributes to the SEI Web3 gaming ecosystem by onboarding new users, providing valuable community feedback, generating engaging content, promoting SEI gaming through tournaments, enhancing SEI token utility, and building brand awareness through education. These efforts not only create immediate value but also support the long-term growth of the SEI ecosystem.\n", "hidden": true, "question": "How does your project create value for the Sei Web3 gaming ecosystem? Please provide specific examples.", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "1. Student-Led Engagement:\nClassroom Content: The heart of this project is the active involvement of middle-school students who will explore Web3 games on the SEI platform. By having students play, review, and provide feedback on these games, we’re creating authentic, community-driven content that resonates with their peers. Their experiences and insights will drive organic conversations and engagement within the gaming community.\nTournaments and Giveaways: We will host student-led gaming tournaments, which will not only foster friendly competition but also encourage broader community participation. SEI giveaways will be integrated into these events to create excitement and further incentivize engagement from both students and the wider SEI community.\n\n2. Consistent Video Content and Social Media Presence:\nRecap Videos and Game Reviews: Weekly video recaps of class sessions, along with student reviews of Web3 games, will be shared across social media platforms. This will showcase the learning journey, highlight SEI-based games, and serve as a bridge between the educational and gaming communities.\nLeveraging Twitter Spaces: Building on my experience in hosting Twitter Spaces, we will extend these discussions to focus on SEI gaming. Regular Spaces will be hosted to share insights, gather feedback from the community, and update them on the students' progress, further expanding our reach within the SEI ecosystem.\n\n3. Collaboration with SEI Ecosystem and Other Projects:\nPartnerships with Game Developers: We will collaborate with developers working on SEI-based games to feature their work in our content, invite them for guest appearances in class sessions, and create joint promotional campaigns. This not only highlights their projects but also fosters a sense of community collaboration within the ecosystem.\nCross-Promotions and Engagement with Other SEI Communities: By aligning with other SEI initiatives, we can cross-promote each other’s work, creating a network of support and mutual growth. Engaging with influencers and active members in the SEI ecosystem will further amplify our presence.\n\n4. Community Building through Merchandise and Recognition:\nBranded Merchandise: If funds permit, we will provide branded merchandise for participating students, creating a sense of pride and belonging in both the school and SEI communities. This will also act as a marketing tool as students wear and promote the SEI brand in their networks.\n\nRecognizing Student Contributions: Highlighting standout students and their game reviews or achievements in the Crypto Club through social media shoutouts and class awards will build a positive, motivational community atmosphere.\n", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe your project's approach to community engagement and self-marketing within the Sei gaming ecosystem.", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our team is uniquely equipped to execute this project successfully, with a blend of experience in Web3, education, and content creation:\n\n1. Extensive Experience in Education:\nOver Five Years in Education: With more than five years of experience working in education, I have a deep understanding of how to engage and teach young learners. My background includes leading successful programs and initiatives that empower students, including the development of a month-long crypto class for 50 middle-school students during a summer camp. This experience in curriculum design, teaching, and student engagement is the foundation for launching the Crypto Club and the Web3 gaming content series.\n\n2. Web3 Expertise and Knowledge of SEI Ecosystem:\nInvolved in Web3 Since 2021: I have been an active member of the Web3 space since 2021, staying on top of trends and developments in the industry. My familiarity with decentralized technologies and my understanding of the Web3 landscape allow me to effectively teach students about cryptocurrency, gaming, and blockchain technology.\nKnowledge of SEI and Regular SEI Content Creation: As a consistent content creator for SEI, I have been producing SEI-themed videos, threads, and updates, building both my personal brand and credibility within the SEI community. This regular engagement with the platform means I am always up to date on SEI developments, allowing me to integrate the latest SEI gaming news into our content series.\n\n3. Proven Track Record in Web3 Content and Community Engagement:\nSpaces Host for Over a Year: I have been hosting Twitter Spaces for over a year, building a strong presence and engaging with the Web3 community. At one point, I was even creating daily video content to keep the community informed and involved. This level of consistency demonstrates my ability to execute projects and deliver content regularly.\nFormer “Reply Guy” and Knowledgeable on Web3 Trends: I have been deeply engaged in the broader Web3 community, keeping up with the latest trends and conversations. This background allows me to bring valuable insights into discussions, whether through content creation or during community engagement events like Twitter Spaces.\n\nWith a strong foundation in both education and Web3, my team is well-equipped to guide the next generation of students into the SEI ecosystem and ensure the success of the content series.\n", "hidden": true, "question": "Provide details on your team's expertise and history.", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "This is a new project.", "hidden": true, "question": "Is this a new project or an ongoing initiative? If ongoing, please provide details of any existing contributions to the Sei gaming ecosystem.", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "1. Early Onboarding of Future Gamers and Web3 Users:\nYouth Engagement: By teaching middle-school students about Web3 gaming on SEI, the project introduces a young, tech-savvy audience to the ecosystem early on. As students explore SEI-based games, they become familiar with the platform and its features, fostering a long-term connection with SEI. This not only creates a new generation of SEI gamers but also lays the foundation for future developers, creators, and community leaders who can contribute to the ecosystem's growth.\n\n2. Content Creation That Amplifies SEI Gaming:\nVideo Series and Game Reviews: The project will generate consistent, high-quality content, including class recaps, game reviews, and tournament highlights. This content will be shared across social media platforms, amplifying SEI’s gaming ecosystem to a wider audience. By showcasing student experiences and insights into SEI-based games, the project serves as a natural marketing tool that attracts new players and builds credibility for SEI in the broader gaming and Web3 communities.\n\n3. Community-Driven Feedback for Game Developers:\nAuthentic Game Reviews: Students will provide valuable feedback on the games they play, offering insights from a fresh and engaged perspective. This real-time feedback will help SEI-based game developers refine their products to better align with user expectations. As developers improve their games based on this input, they’ll be able to create more engaging and successful experiences, drawing in more players and expanding the gaming ecosystem.\n\n4. Incentivized Engagement Through SEI Rewards:\nSEI Giveaways and Rewards: Offering SEI tokens as rewards for participation in game reviews, tournaments, and other activities creates an incentive for students and community members to actively engage with SEI-based games. This increased engagement drives interest in the games themselves and showcases the utility of SEI tokens, which could lead to higher adoption rates and further game development within the ecosystem.\n\n5. Hosting Gaming Tournaments and Competitions:\nStudent-Hosted Tournaments: Organizing SEI gaming tournaments not only engages the students but also acts as a catalyst for attracting a broader community of gamers. These tournaments generate excitement, encourage friendly competition, and provide an entry point for players new to SEI gaming. Regular tournaments build a sense of community and can inspire others to host their own, expanding the reach of SEI’s gaming ecosystem.\n\n6. Sustainable Growth Through Education and Community Building:\nCrypto Club as a Hub: The creation of a Crypto Club within the school provides a dedicated space for students to continually explore Web3 gaming on SEI. This ongoing involvement ensures sustained interest and growth in SEI gaming. As the club grows and more students get involved, the community expands, which in turn attracts more attention to SEI-based games and their potential.\n7. Promoting Long-Term SEI Brand Loyalty:\nBranded Merchandise and Community Recognition: Providing students with SEI-branded merchandise and recognizing their contributions through giveaways and shoutouts not only rewards active participation but also fosters brand loyalty. As these students grow into more active members of the Web3 space, their early association with SEI will encourage continued involvement, helping to expand the gaming ecosystem in the long run.\n\nThis project demonstrates strong potential to grow SEI’s gaming ecosystem by actively onboarding a new generation of gamers, creating and sharing valuable content, facilitating community feedback for game developers, and building long-term brand loyalty through education and engagement. By laying the groundwork for both immediate and sustainable growth, this initiative positions SEI as a key player in the Web3 gaming space.\n", "hidden": true, "question": "How does your project demonstrate the potential to grow the gaming ecosystem on Sei?", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "1. Youth-Focused Web3 Gaming Education:\nFirst-of-Its-Kind Crypto Club: This project will establish the first Crypto Club at a public charter school in Maryland, offering a unique opportunity to educate middle-school students on Web3 gaming, cryptocurrency, and decentralized technology. Unlike many educational programs that target adults or experienced crypto users, this initiative focuses on empowering younger students to explore the SEI ecosystem through gaming, providing a fresh perspective and creating early adopters.\n\n2. Student-Led Content Creation:\nAuthentic Student Reviews and Experiences: The project is centered around students playing SEI-based games and creating their own reviews. This student-generated content offers a unique, unbiased perspective that is rarely seen in Web3 gaming. Their experiences will resonate with their peers, adding a sense of authenticity and relatability that is different from traditional content created by experienced gamers or influencers.\n\n3. Interactive and Experiential Learning Approach:\nHands-On Gaming and Tournaments: The content series doesn’t just teach Web3 gaming theoretically—it actively involves students in playing, reviewing, and hosting their own gaming tournaments. This interactive approach makes the learning experience dynamic and engaging, ensuring that students not only understand the concepts but also experience the SEI ecosystem firsthand.\n\n4. Cross-Pollination Between Education and Gaming:\nCombining Education with SEI’s Gaming Ecosystem: The project uniquely blends educational content with Web3 gaming by teaching students blockchain concepts while they explore and interact with SEI-based games. This creates a dual benefit—students learn the technical and economic aspects of crypto while also being engaged through gameplay. This approach bridges the gap between education and gaming in a way that few other programs do.\n\n5. Consistent, Multi-Format Content Production:\nVideo Recaps, Tournaments, and SEI News: The content produced will be multi-format, including video recaps of class sessions, gaming tournaments, SEI giveaways, and student reviews. By regularly sharing these different content types, the project maintains variety and keeps the SEI gaming community engaged. The student-hosted gaming tournaments and reviews also add a novel, youth-driven voice to the ecosystem, setting the project apart from more conventional approaches.\n\n6. Integration of SEI Tokens and Ecosystem Growth:\nReward-Based Learning: Students will be incentivized with SEI tokens for their participation, reviews, and tournament wins, demonstrating a creative way to increase SEI token utility within the community. This integration of gaming, learning, and token rewards makes the application stand out by connecting education directly with the real-world economy of the SEI platform.\n\nIn summary, the uniqueness of this application lies in its focus on youth education, student-generated content, interactive learning through gameplay, and the innovative combination of education and Web3 gaming on the SEI ecosystem. This approach not only creates value for the SEI community but also brings a fresh, authentic voice to Web3 content.", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe the uniqueness of your application and/or content.", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "short-answer", "hidden": true, "question": "If you were referred to this program, please provide the referrer's information (optional).", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Please confirm that you have read and agree to comply with the ethical standards outlined in the eligibility criteria, including Gitcoin's Quid Pro Quo policy (https://support.gitcoin.co/gitcoin-knowledge-base/gitcoin-grants/general-questions/what-is-our-quid-pro-quo-policy) ", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "If selected, will you commit to providing regular updates via Karma GAP on project progress and milestone achievements and participating in Sei community events to present your progress and outcomes?", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "I would love to speak with the Foundation about potential school partnerships?", "hidden": true, "question": "Is there anything else you'd like to share about your project, previous work, or other affiliations? Is there anything else you'd like to add that may help determine project eligibility?", "questionId": 13}], "project": {"id": "0x931d48e20b8f5a4fb2d1e5073aa1829ddfd47f0642bdac150a4e0542a9c2a493", "title": "Chandon - Kids Gaming on SEI", "logoImg": "bafkreie6wzt5ndbxw6lzmzh4g2vdh7ickwreiwab3lr5dqnqyfkdmt4uga", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreift6ristvczz6mhsm7iweyc5ifgpimt4yxokcywaoralurfbkxv4e", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://twitter.com/skycity_nft", "bannerImg": "bafkreig43drfhuzvowxcwqi5ht65223bbevjh5gry6onzgkrlwzl6rrkly", "createdAt": 1727128698302, "credentials": {}, "description": "I’m launching a content series where I’ll be teaching middle-school students about Web3 gaming on the SEI ecosystem. Students will explore various games, provide reviews, and earn SEI as rewards for their participation. With over five years of experience working in education, my passion has always been to uplift and educate the youth. This year, I'm starting a Crypto Club for students who are curious about cryptocurrency and its potential at the school I been working at for 2 years. While this initiative isn’t funded by the school, my commitment to onboarding the next generation to crypto drives me to make it happen.\n\nThis past summer, I volunteered to lead a month-long crypto class for 50 middle-school students at summer camp, laying the foundation for what’s to come. With this club, our school will become the first public charter school in Maryland to have a Crypto Club.\n\nVideo Content Highlights:\n\n-Recaps of each class session\n-Student reviews of Web3 games\n-Student-hosted gaming tournaments\n-SEI giveaways for students\n-The latest SEI Gaming News\n\nIf we receive enough funds, I would love to provide branded merchandise for participating students.\n\nSky City University is dedicated to onboarding the next generation into web3. Our mission is to educate, inspire, and empower individuals to explore the possibilities within the decentralized world.", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "chandonxo"}, "recipient": "0x5943Ca679faC6f9284718adB4065EF284eF5F5FF"}}