{"signature": "0x487b8e71cf4e5874f4265af7800ffedb2002d1d7ec75cbc02e7f79dbe45b87c5237832f3b168bbca8a914845af8fc51f46e890f3905a0c8195664540de90bba61c", "application": {"round": "0xeec3725cd5e58a86437743a520c09e832b112f8a", "answers": [{"type": "email", "hidden": true, "question": "Email Address", "questionId": 0, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "c9ozLLY0NjU0CJUNKCYktueq4wNUs1QVJ66qZ1luWAKRXG1oZdzspthzkxBq9tP4", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "646a133e2978862ec9284c80ee07fad72b0bfb1c915891ac1c3f7b4fac50f84d759161e4eba45b7ad5171ef82c549e0e63b0c2e231437efb6d7990eff8d3b94bf1f8ef117842c046757b6ecc2530abcb8b1c6bf3d6ae241495e6a22399b57181bd5ee0ba2923f0859375ed33ca2b6c354dde672738603bb07d76ff48baf13219000000000000002059e990fd892336848bad2661abcf31db7576f64cd03c06f728701181783b9f6aa067ed20478425ac2a6695d8e7999ea0"}}, {"type": "link", "answer": "https://discord.gg/bzKxXUrPR3", "hidden": false, "question": "Link to your Public Group Chat (e.g. Discord or Telegram)", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Dream DAO has not yet participated in prior grant rounds with octant.", "hidden": false, "question": "If you've participated in past grant rounds, please share any new updates or milestones from the prior months (N/A if you are yet to participate).", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "short-answer", "hidden": true, "question": "Telegram Handle We Can Use To Contact You (you can answer N/A)", "questionId": 3, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "l4wACDyfwCFow3vMzb6zsv7ZDwXWoT22YFetAu2UuMBljEt1gRSCY4Qmg0mWN1VZ", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "f41e801af7af84298a383d33e5efd2db6c88469722bf1d21a55321efbe36226c9c444d58fe03dcac59a0b730ad2a400ff3ccbf8ad6ff8d84b06d445b3c6eae249d694c3df3537dcb1293a62328ad5f320280f0aab211a4683b8ea77602ebd09658717d7eb70c9990811e673fc0414279b9214701cc761bf6f872cf84a822cd0700000000000000202068a6a25556f6ddcac3627ae03d9cd05bafbdd956f16bd7280af2aad609403cea1473412314c7d578463f675db63089"}}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Gitcoin Round 18 Core: https://explorer.gitcoin.co/#/projects/0x0c5a50550bfa9af3d7525b93db31866d87da28d5004240c6eb99326085edec30\n\nGitcoin Beta Round: https://explorer.gitcoin.co/#/projects/0xb0d1c2db3cb2d77d0c72e63dcefe45aa03707ca7f5081a55d72790fbaa8effa1", "hidden": false, "question": "Have you participated in any Octant epoch (Epoch 0 through Epoch 4) OR a previous Gitcoin Grants round? Please provide details and evidence of your participation.", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "https://gap.karmahq.xyz/project/dream-dao", "hidden": false, "question": "Do you have a Karma GAP set up? If yes, please provide proof. If not, can you set one up before applying?", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Dream DAO’s mission aligns with the projects that are in the Octant community as we focus on empowering Gen Z to use web3 technologies to create meaningful, decentralized solutions for global challenges. By providing education, mentorship, and hands-on experiences in web3, we cultivate the next generation of builders who are equipped to contribute to the public goods ecosystem and are deeply aligned with Octant’s values of decentralization, open-source development, and community-driven innovation.", "hidden": false, "question": "Please describe how your project contributes to the growth and development of the Octant ecosystem.", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Dream DAO’s Generation Accelerator (gen/acc) closely aligns with the round's focus on community and education within the Octant ecosystem by promoting a culture of learning, mentorship, and collaborative building among young innovators. As a youth-led organization, Dream DAO has been actively empowering Gen Z to harness web3 technologies for social impact since 2021 through educational sessions, internships, and community gatherings. Our programs, such as our Web3 x Social Impact Bootcamp and Learning Together sessions, provide participants with the tools and knowledge to develop impactful public goods, aligning with Octant’s decentralization and community-driven growth goals.\n\nThe gen/acc initiative takes this a step further by providing structured support, resources, and mentorship to young innovators, helping them turn ideas into actionable projects. Through our pilot program, we will engage 15 university students from diverse academic backgrounds, offering them hands-on experiences in building web3 projects that focus on social good. The mentorship, education, and collaborative community fostered through gen/acc will cultivate the next generation of builders ready to contribute to the broader Octant ecosystem, strengthening both the community and its educational impact.", "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project align with the round's focus on community and education within the Octant ecosystem?", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "### **Roadmap:**\n\n* **Phase 1: Pilot Launch (gen/acc 0.5)**  \n  * **Timeline:** Immediate (within 4-6 Weeks)  \n  * Pilot Launch (gen/acc 0.5) \\- Initiating with a small group of 15 participants (who will work in a controlled environment unlike the proposed main project) to refine our process and gather initial feedback.  \n  * **Commitment to Long-term Impact:** The pilot phase will allow us to refine our approach, ensuring that we provide an impactful and scalable solution to foster a culture of building in the web3 space.  \n* **Phase 2: Expansion of Generation Accelerator**  \n  * **Timeline:** 2-4 months  \n  * **Deliverables:**  \n    * Scale the program to more participants and regions, with a focus on youth from underrepresented areas.  \n    * Shift to remote participation, allowing for broader inclusion and global reach.  \n    * Continue refining the Idea Pool and enhance the mentorship program based on pilot feedback.  \n    * Launch a full Quadratic Funding (QF) round on the mainnet, ensuring projects receive funding based on community-driven allocations.  \n  * **Commitment to Long-term Impact:** Expanding the program will grow the pool of builders contributing to decentralised solutions, fostering a global community aligned with Octant’s principles of decentralised innovation and growth.  \n* **Phase 3: Global Integration and Partnerships**  \n  * **Timeline:** TBD  \n  * **Deliverables:**  \n    * Establish partnerships with other DAOs, web3 organizations, and educational institutions worldwide.  \n    * Integrate global youth participants, creating a truly international cohort of builders.  \n    * Expand the Quadratic Funding model to increase the scale and diversity of funded projects.  \n    * Host large-scale online and offline events to further engage youth in building and contributing to the web3 public goods ecosystem.  \n  * **Commitment to Long-term Impact:** By partnering with other entities and engaging a global community, we will create a broader network of builders and resources that will continually feed into the Octant ecosystem, promoting sustained growth.  \n* **Phase 4: Long-term Sustainability and Governance**  \n  * **Timeline:** TBD  \n  * **Deliverables:**  \n    * Develop a sustainable, decentralised governance model that empowers participants to manage future gen/acc projects.  \n    * Implement community-driven contributions to maintain funding for projects and support a self-sustaining model.  \n    * Create long-term partnerships to provide continuous mentorship, funding, and opportunities for participants.  \n  * **Commitment to Long-term Impact:** The establishment of a decentralised governance and funding model will ensure the longevity of the program, while continuously contributing new builders and projects to the Octant ecosystem.", "hidden": false, "question": "Provide a clear roadmap of your project, detailing future milestones and deliverables. How does this demonstrate your commitment to long-term impact and growth within the Octant ecosystem?", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our team at Dream DAO brings diverse expertise in web3, decentralized governance, education, and operations, ensuring the successful execution of the Generation Accelerator (gen/acc) project. With a strong DAO governance, community building, and operational management foundation, the team has developed a transparent framework for project coordination, assessments, and impact tracking.\n\nLeveraging access to top-tier mentorship from leaders in the web3 space and a proven track record in delivering educational programs, Dream DAO is well-positioned to run an impactful program that fosters innovation and contributes to the growth of the public goods ecosystem.", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe your team's expertise and how it contributes to the successful execution of your project.", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Dream DAO overall and our new project Generation Accelerator (gen/acc), focuses on empowering Gen Z, particularly young innovators in high school and university, to become the next generation of builders. Our program is designed to complement and enhance existing initiatives within the Octant ecosystem by nurturing talent, especially those with little to no prior knowledge of web3. Rather than competing, gen/acc provides a foundational layer of education, mentorship, and resources, helping young builders gain the skills and confidence they need to contribute to the broader ecosystem.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project complement or enhance existing initiatives within the Octant ecosystem rather than competing directly against them?", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Community is at the core of our mission. Our approach focuses on building a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment where young innovators can learn, grow, and contribute to the web3 ecosystem. We engage our community through a combination of educational sessions, mentorship, hands-on experiences, and active participation in decentralized governance.\n\nWe emphasize transparency, feedback, and shared ownership to foster a collaborative and constructive funding environment. ", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe your approach to community engagement and how you plan to contribute to a collaborative and constructive funding environment.", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "All resources will be fully dedicated to executing the **Generation Accelerator (gen/acc) pilot project** if selected for funding. The funding will be strategically used to ensure success by compensating participants for their time and effort and encouraging active engagement throughout the program. It will also cover coordinator compensation to manage planning, logistics, and execution, along with operational expenses such as beverages, transportation, and any unforeseen costs to ensure smooth operations. The funding will also facilitate a full-day building session at a co-working space equipped with necessary amenities, including providing refreshments and supplies like flip charts and markers for collaborative brainstorming and project development. ", "hidden": false, "question": "How do you plan to use the funding to maximize your project's ongoing impact within the Octant ecosystem if selected?", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Dream DAO has created unique educational content tailored to empowering Gen Z to leverage web3 technologies for social impact, which directly aligns with the values of the Octant ecosystem. Through our **Learning Together Sessions**, we have hosted workshops and talks featuring thought leaders in web3 and social impact, such as Kevin Owocki and Aya Miyaguchi. These sessions provide valuable insights into building decentralized public goods and understanding the role of web3 in addressing global challenges. Additionally, our **Web3 x Social Impact Bootcamp** equips young builders with foundational knowledge of web3, decentralized governance, and social impact, helping them develop the skills to actively contribute to projects within the ecosystem.\n\nFor reference, here’s our **How We DAO Book**: [How We DAO \\- Dream DAO](https://dream-dao.gitbook.io/how-we-dao-dream-dao/)", "hidden": false, "question": "What unique educational content or resources have you created for the Octant ecosystem? How has the community received these? Please share any relevant links", "questionId": 13}], "project": {"id": "0xd79e5af40c928b4b3c596daf61c1c87eacb66c25c5de789c76de0ff03dd88f76", "title": " Dream DAO - Generation Accelerator (gen/acc)", "logoImg": "bafkreidqvgtc4tldzzuhgveondk6djuisujilouyeebgkh7e7i2xwcuzqu", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreibul2ykgc6m7jrixl7c4wocxm2m76oqtejprjdwi3aas6ysrcz2nm", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://www.dreamdao.xyz/", "bannerImg": "bafkreih2retevzdqivkg3pnw7g4d7luqvu6zenxrw7ow6rfezswu6dccz4", "createdAt": 1725914808281, "userGithub": "", "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..MMyApw1iMInLjJMxu3gyHh7pRgBtEBApBMK3vehsLgVlLJl0rucrgk9M-R2EnLZp2vuof0qfSiS30qT-un5TBg", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2024-09-09T18:34:43.090Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2024-09-09T18:34:43.090Z", "expirationDate": "2024-12-08T18:34:43.090Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0x420f3BD5cCf6DAC9B326856E5e0bE1e51a2e3d55", "hash": "v0.0.0:SglqqSwn7Naxc6YYDoRH++i13+YdZXFkpa/XkYSVTUA=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#DreamDAO_"}}}, "description": "**[Dream DAO](dreamdao.notion.site)** is an innovative DAO founded in late 2021 to train Gen Z to use web3 for good. Powered by Civics Unplugged, Dream DAO operates as an international, youth-led organization that empowers young people to harness the potential of web3 technologies for social impact. We have been doing this primarily through... education, internships, and gatherings.\n\n* **Education:** Hosting Learning Sessions with leaders in web3 x social impact, like Kevin Owocki and Aya Miyaguchi. Additionally, our Web3 x Social Impact Bootcamp equips new community builders with the tools they need to succeed.\n* **Internships:** Hosting an internship program twice per-year to let young leaders put their knowledge into action at leading web3 organizations (like Celo, WaterLAB, and Regen Network).\n* **Gatherings:** Sponsoring young leaders to attend their first web3 conference and hosting our own events to onboard young people from all around the world. \n\n## **Vision for the Future**\n\nOur ultimate goal is to create a future where communities worldwide benefit from capable builders who use their web3 skills to regenerate their environments and address global challenges. By 2030, Dream DAO aims to directly support thousands of Gen Z builders in leveraging web3 to accelerate the flourishing of their communities and the world.\n\n![dreamercollage](https://i.postimg.cc/g0PHH2Zp/Dreamer-Collage.png)\n\n## **Expanding Our Impact: Generation Accelerator (gen/acc)**\n\nWe are working to launch our newest initiative, the Generation Accelerator (gen/acc), designed to provide a structured environment for young innovators to actualize their ideas. This project will support creative endeavors through comprehensive mentorship, essential resources, and significant funding opportunities, which will promote a culture of building and innovation. Our aim is to accelerate the culture of building in youth by connecting curiosity with opportunities and support.\n\nThe **funding we are requesting is to launch a pilot for this project.**\nTo learn more about [Generation Accelerator, click here](http://genacc.notion.site).\n\n**Objective:** To launch a \"pilot version\" of the Generation Accelerator (gen/acc) program, focusing on enabling a culture of building among youth.\n\n**Project Description:** The pilot will be an offline initiative, limited to 15 participants, to closely assess and refine the program. gen/acc aims to nurture young innovators by connecting curiosity with opportunities and support. Through pilot projects, **15 university students** will engage in building impactful projects, with a focus on web3 x social impact.\n\n## **How Will It Work**\n\n1. We will be doing this **IRL** in Mumbai, India (It will be coordinated by a mix of offline and online coordinators).  \n2. Each university has a students club (or community) focused around entrepreneurship and career development. Systematically, we will approach these student communities with our proposal. To make sure we have students from diverse backgrounds, we will organize students into four clusters based on their academic fields: **Engineering, Social Sciences, Design, and Business/Management**. This clustering approach will also guide our selection of universities. Our aim is to have students from 4-5 Universities of Mumbai. \n3. A **baseline survey** will be conducted, which will focus on understanding students' needs (by this we mean what kind of project will help them academically and professionally) and their understanding of web3 and social impact. We will be looking for 30-50 respondents for this.  \n   **Note:** We are looking for those students as participants who have almost zero knowledge about web3 space, which will allow us to understand the needs of these participants better during the building phase and grants round.  \n4. Out of those respondents a diverse group of 15 students will be invited for an interview, this will also be part of the baseline survey (but more focused on collecting qualitative data), for which we will do **semi-structured interviews**. These will form the group of 15 participants for the gen/acc.  \n5. **Idea Pool Creation**  \n   * Using data of those 15 students from the baseline survey, we will create an Idea Pool (of 30-35 Ideas) which will cater the students’ interest as well as have an angle of web3 x social impact.  \n   * Will also ensure ideas are impactful, feasible, and can be completed within 30-40 hours.  \n6. **Idea Selection Process**  \n   * Participants will need to select an idea from the pool.  \n7. **Preliminary Planning**  \n   * Participants will submit a one to two page plan detailing their project's objectives, outcomes, and timeline based on the idea selected.  \n8. **Building Phase**  \n   * Participants dedicate 2-3 hours daily to their projects and provide daily updates.  \n   * Focus on the journey, personal growth, and project impact.  \n   * We will have one 6 hour long **building day**, where all participants will work at one location.  \n9. **Daily Assessments and Support**  \n   * Implement a daily assessment system using a framework developed by Dream DAO.  \n   * Sessions, workshops, and mentorship will be offered (such as sessions on public goods ecosystem).  \n10. **Self-Assessment and Reporting**  \n    * Upon completion, participants submit a comprehensive report, including self-assessment and project impact evaluation.  \n11. **Evaluation by Dream DAO.**  \n    * Projects will be evaluated using predefined rubrics by Dream DAO.  \n    * And each project will receive an **Impact Score.**  \n12. **Quadratic Funding (QF) Round**  \n    * For this pilot project we will set up a special QF round on testnet. The aim is to understand the process and look for potential difficulties while doing it on the mainnet for the main project.  \n13. **Impact-Based Allocations**  \n    * Similarly for this we will use the impact score received by the participants impact based matching amount.  \n    * We will have some equal (not real) amount for both matching pool (50% each, QF and impact-based allocations),  \n    * Extra funds will be calculated using:  \n      * **QF Matching Pool:** `(Total matching pool) * (Number of contributors to the project) / (Total number of contributors to all projects)`  \n      * **Impact Matching Pool:** `(Total matching pool) * (Impact score of the project) / (Total impact score of all projects)`  \n14. **Endline Survey and Interview:**  \n    We will do an endline survey, to gather feedback from the participants. Also we will do a 30 minute interview with the participants.  \n15. **Implementation of feedback and and report:**  \n    We will then re-work on gen/acc to implement a better strategy for gen/acc and create a detailed report of this pilot project.\n\n## **Our Funding Goal**\n\n**Total Funding Needed for Pilot Project:** $3,000\n\n1. **Participant Compensation**: $1,500 ($100 each)  \nThis fund compensates participants for their time, effort, and active engagement in the pilot program. It ensures that participants are valued and incentivized to contribute effectively to the activities and discussions during the building day.\n\n2. **Coordination and Operational Costs:** $1,000\n* **Coordinator Compensation**: $800  \nThis will be used to compensate the project coordinators, who will oversee the planning, logistics, execution, and follow-up of the event.\n* **Operational Expenses:** $200  \nThis budget will cover beverages during the interview, transportation costs for coordinators (if any), and miscellaneous operational expenses. These may include unforeseen costs such as last-minute purchases, and other incidental needs to ensure smooth operation.\n\n3. **Full-Day Building Session at Co-Working Space**: $500\n* **Space Rental: $300**  \nCo-working space equipped with necessary amenities such as high-speed Wi-Fi, power outlets, comfortable seating, and workstations..\n* **Refreshments: $150**  \nMeals Provided: Light lunch, snacks, and beverages throughout the day.\n* **Miscellaneous Supplies: $50**  \nItems Included: Flip charts, markers, sticky notes, pens, and other stationery or materials needed for brainstorming sessions and collaborative work.\n\n## **Roadmap**\n\n**Phase 1:** Pilot Launch (gen/acc 0.5) \\- Initiating with a small group of 15 participants (who will work in a controlled environment unlike the proposed main project) to refine our process and gather initial feedback.\n\n**Phase 2:** Expansion \\- Based on the pilot’s success, scale the program and launch of proper **Generation Accelerator (gen/acc)** to include more participants across different regions, focusing on youth in underrepresented areas and this time, it will be remote.\n\n**Phase 3:** Global Integration \\- Establish partnerships with other DAOs and educational institutions globally to broaden our impact.\n\n**Phase 4:** Long-term Sustainability \\- Develop self-sustaining models through community-driven contributions and decentralized governance, ensuring the longevity of the project.\n\n## **Our Impact so far?**\n\n*Since Dream DAO was launched in December 2021, we have:*\n\n* Hosted **80+ learning together sessions**, bringing leaders from different spaces across web3 to give a talk about a topic of their choice that fits Dream DAO's mission of leveraging the web3 x social impact space.  \n* Funded **20+ builders** to attend NFT NYC, Web3Conf Goa, ETHMexico, and Devcon VI, with our community winning 3 awards in the ETHMexico hackathon..  \n* Builders have been provided with hands-on experiences through DAO governance, working groups, bounties, **internships**, and attending major web3 conferences.  \n* Dream DAO has received support from organizations like the **Ethereum Foundation, NEAR, Celo, Gitcoin, Public Nouns and Coinbase**, facilitating learning resources, bounties, and sponsorships for builders to attend **IRL** conferences and hackathons.  \n* The DAO has been able to pay Gen-Z builders for their contributions, ensuring ongoing support for DAO operations.  \n* Dream DAO builders have won awards, including ‘Best Public Goods’ by Polygon and ‘Best UX and User Onboarding’ at ETH Mexico.\n* The DAO has built a community of over 109 builders across **18+ countries**, with hotspots in the USA, India, and Mexico.  \n\n**Social Media and Contact Information:**\n\n* Twitter: [@DreamDAO\\_](https://twitter.com/DreamDAO_)  \n* Discord: [Dream DAO Discord](https://discord.gg/bzKxXUrPR3)  \n* Team Social Accounts:  \n  * [Adarsh’s Twitter](https://x.com/adarshchyy)  \n  * [Amanda’s Twitter](https://x.com/maritan_twt)  \n  * [Joshua’s Twitter](https://x.com/_santiagocruz__)  \n* Telegram Contact: [Adarsh on Telegram](http://t.me/adarshchyy)\n\n## **To Learn More About Us: [dreamdao.notion.site](dreamdao.notion.site)**\n\n> **Thank you for reading this; we look forward to dreaming up better futures with you\\! ❤️**\n[![Dream-DAO-3x1-hangout-space-mural.png](https://i.postimg.cc/VNxQZ5js/Dream-DAO-3x1-hangout-space-mural.png)](https://postimg.cc/Y4zshrnT)", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectGithub": "thedreamdao-eth", "projectTwitter": "DreamDAO_"}, "recipient": "0x15eB246c327af0C55c5994edfA963F12f15d3FE9"}}