{"signature": "0x1106ec1febdedc3c9c36d1ef740bd2bf6e2eb4390d125316183f346be9d25bda692c2c5db41351a90a94d984a2c119f24825ca46b5f6aaa8c632cdd0fc8d15dc1c", "application": {"round": "0x09b14fe9786afdfcbb8ad8512715e5ecb6443db4", "answers": [{"type": "email", "hidden": true, "question": "Email Address", "questionId": 0, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "7dVgtQKvJuzXVlDz7VycFWwo1/jTzMmFfrKV9kUjd/PPHKsyEbVSX27W9+3zac/i", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "5a7cb728931758095ae5960a1b2931d7ad25e9f48f8c012c00330dea2807c827ac3e8e28e7ebdfc6023744dc722a28063cda561480a087aa17af7433f413929bd623cf156877935970cbb321861d6c4b516dde07b93affa473bbb5858a7944b65aac2dff2e9ba24fa8ad30c128a3a681d70d0510903dbd49c043cc363119bef9000000000000002006df20d667af679a2ea060ca704610206b08c2c188e5dfd4fe1e5e05a3173e481fb8ccf51f34c25ad3da078947261c8c"}}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "### Funding Sources  - **Grants:**   - Protocol Labs   - Filecoin Foundation   - Optimism retroPGF round 3  - **Event Sponsorships:**   - Protocol Labs   - Filecoin Foundation   - Octant   - Drips   - Gitcoin   - Celo Foundation   - NEAR Foundation   - Ethereum Foundation (Road to DevCon)   - Brave   - Endaoment   - Good Dollar   - Centrifuge   - Polkadot  - **Quadratic Funding / Crowdfunding:**   - Octant   - Gitcoin   - Giveth  - **Event Registrations**", "hidden": false, "question": "Funding Sources", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "[David Casey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidacasey/), CEO, Funding the Commons\n\nDavid's work has touched crypto for over a decade, and his passion is working at the ecosystem level to engineer systemic change. In the blockchain industry he's worn a number of hats, including on the founder/CEO side, corporate, philanthropic/public goods funding, event production (conferences, developer residencies and hackathons), a sprinkle of VC, and ecosystem incubation. He is a 4x founder and helped scale another company to 8 digits revenue, in addition to advising three growth-stage companies.\n\nHis work has centered around fundraising, movement-building, and leveraging blockchain technology for socioeconomic transformation. In 2013 he discovered the first real world use case for blockchain technology as applied to his startup at the time - nearly instantaneous, nearly-free, fully permissionless p2p cross border payments anywhere in the world - “email for money”. The first time he deployed a blockchain-based asset or token was on Bitcoin’s Colored Coins Protocol in 2015. David has also worked in the humanitarian and non-profit sectors, led the production of conferences and festivals in over 10 countries, and has spoken publicly in 25 countries.\n\n[Theresa Therriault](https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresatherriault/), COO, Funding the Commons\n\nTheresa has a proven track record of success in operations management, project management, people management, and business development. With over a decade of experience spanning various industries including web3, blockchain, Theresa brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role at Funding the Commons Inc. and Earth Commons.\n\nAs the COO, Theresa is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the organization’s business operations, focusing on legal matters, finance operations, process improvement, and people management. Her data-driven approach and keen eye for identifying operational gaps allow her to implement effective solutions, streamline processes, and enhance overall efficiency. Theresa holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and is certified in project management, change management, and digital wireframing.\n\n[Kim Buisson](http://www.linkedin.com/in/kimbuisson), CMO, Funding the Commons\n\nShe is a former Global Marketing Director at a Fortune 500 company and co-founder of a creative agency and residency program focused on storytelling through the works of artists, filmmakers, activists, and technologists.\n\nOver the past 13 years, she has navigated different industries, focusing on building strategic partnerships, original media plans, and elevated brand narratives, while cultivating a unique blend of corporate and creative leadership.\n\nAs CMO of Funding the Commons, she promotes initiatives that bridge the gap between traditional philanthropy and the emerging dynamics of Web2 and Web3. Her work focuses on convening diverse minds—from industry pioneers to academic researchers—to catalyze innovation in public goods funding and value alignment.\n\n[Tereza Bízková](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tereza-bizkova/), Communications Strategist\nTereza Bízková is a tech writer and communications professional with over two years of experience in Web3. She co-founded ReFi Medellín and ReFi Colombia, focusing on the intersection of blockchain and positive impact. With a master's in Defence, Development, and Diplomacy, she brings a unique perspective to her role as the Communications Strategist at Funding the Commons. Tereza specializes in content creation, strategic communication, and business development, dedicated to crafting narratives around new economic systems, meaningful change, and public goods.\n\nAnna Medina, Head of Executive Operations, Event Production & Special Projects\nAnna has more than a decade of experience working in the financial system and as an international business consultant. Hailing from Mexico, her expertise spans finance, DeFi, HR, strategic planning, and business development. In 2020, Anna joined the blockchain movement through a collaborative finance company. Since February 2023, she has been part of the Funding the Commons initiative, initially co-organizing Funding the Commons Paris 2023 during ETH CC, and later as the Head of Events. In this role, she has led event organization for major events in Taipei and San Francisco. Anna holds a [B.Sc](http://b.sc/). in Business and Finance, a Master’s in International Finance, and postgraduate studies in Business Analytics.\n\n[Beth McCarthy](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ontologymachine/), Program Director, Events & Ecosystem\nBeth McCarthy is a Berlin-based strategist, researcher and experience designer. She is a Program Director at Funding the Commons, an organisation exploring new models & mechanisms for open source & public goods funding.\n\nFormerly of web3 projects including Centrifuge, Toucan, Gnosis and Ocean Protocol, Beth is passionate about the lunarpunk potential future of blockchain and enjoys geeking out at the intersection of art, philosophy, law and computational systems of behavior.\n\n[Nancy Bui](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancyngabui/), Operations Project Manager, The Commons Fund\n\nWith over a decade of program management and consulting, Nancy Bui has demonstrated a profound ability to drive initiatives that enhance health and social impact, and environmental sustainability across global communities. An effective project manager and strategic thinker, Nancy excels in developing, piloting, and scaling transformative programs that address complex challenges in underserved areas.\n\nNancy has held significant roles at global health organizations, including Deputy Director of Program Management and Operations at Vital Strategies. In this capacity, she provided operational and programmatic leadership across 17 low—and middle-income countries in Africa, Latin America, and Asia, enhancing data quality and streamlining reporting systems to better connect program activities with impactful outcomes.\n\nNancy's expertise encompasses many critical skills, including strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, budget management, and impact evaluation. She has successfully managed large-scale projects across continents, secured significant funding for health programs, developed plans for health initiatives, and led research and evaluation strategies that have shaped global health practices.\n\nDriven by a passion to make a tangible difference, Nancy continues to focus on leading projects that not only meet but exceed their objectives, delivering measurable improvements in community well-being and quality of life. Her dedication to advancing equity and sustainability is evident in every aspect of her professional endeavors, making her a valued leader in international development and social impact sectors.\n\n### Pagoda Team\n\nThe Pagoda team is leading the production of our Funding the Commons residency. This includes:\n\n- **Christopher** (The Philippines)\n- **Sig** (China, based in Chiangmai)\n- **[Songyi Lee](https://www.linkedin.com/in/songyilee/)** (Korea)\n- **[Vivian Chen](https://www.linkedin.com/in/viviantp6/)** (Taiwan)\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Please provide a list of your major team members, including their relevant experiences and social network/professional links. Please indicate if there any Asian builders.", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "@davidcasey", "hidden": true, "question": "Telegram handle of major point of contact", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "| Category                                                                 | Estimated Cost (USD) |\n|--------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------|\n| Accommodation (35 participants + staff) includes venue & equipment rental | $35,000              |\n| Food (35 participants + staff)                                           | $15,000              |\n| Travel Expenses                                                          | $5,000               |\n| Swags & Workshop Materials                                               | $5,000               |\n| Admin & Staff Support                                                    | $20,000              |\n| Contingency Fund                                                         | $2,000               |\n| Organizational Coordination Fee                                          | $8,000               |\n| **Total Estimated Cost**                                                 | **$90,000**          |\n", "hidden": true, "question": "Please demonstrate your financial plan here if it's not included in your project description.", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "### The 2nd Half of 2024: Strategic Development in APAC\n\nThe second half of 2024 was strategically aimed at developing the Funding the Commons community and key stakeholders in the APAC region.\n\nWe just completed our 10th international conference in [Tokyo](https://www.fundingthecommons.io/tokyo-2024) (July 24-25), and we are on the cusp of preparing for four additional events in Southeast Asia this fall: the Builder Residency in Chiang Mai, a virtual hackathon, a design jam, and a flagship conference in Bangkok.\n\nThese events are designed to help us broaden our community of Asian builders of public goods. We are also focused on creating and spotlighting real-world use-cases that can be used as fuel for policy advocacy. We have already had success inviting public sector leaders, including [Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike](https://x.com/FundingCommons/status/1815925061762548182), [Mr. Masaaki Taira](https://x.com/TAIRAMASAAKI/status/1815992116537090457) (member of the House of Representatives and leading regulator of web3 and AI in Japan, who participated in a panel with our CEO), and [Audrey Tang, former Minister of Digital Affairs of Taiwan](https://x.com/audreyt).\n\nAdditionally, we are collaborating closely with UNICEF to support projects in Asia that may qualify for the residency application. We are leveraging our partners to provide the stipends necessary for builders from various countries in Asia to join us in Chiang Mai for a 3.5-week experience nurturing public goods developers with mentorship and a supportive environment that can accelerate their work. In turn, our aim is that these local participants will have the ability to work on public goods funding protocols and tools that specifically fit Asian ecosystems.\n\n---\n\n### Calendar of Events in Asia This Year\n\n**5 out of 6 flagship events:**\n\n#### TOKYO CONFERENCE: FtC x DeSci Tokyo\n\n- **Date:** July 24-25\n- **Location:** UN University, Shibuya\n- **Status:** Completed\n\n**Key Metrics:**\n\n- **Total Attendees:** 538\n  - Walk-ins: 218 (72% attendance - 303 registrations)\n  - Speakers: 60\n  - After-party: 239\n- **Twitter Activities During Promotional Period** (June 24 - Aug 2)\n  - 342K organic impressions\n  - 554 reposts\n  - 3.5% engagement rate\n  - 546 new followers (expanding our reach in Japan)\n- **36 Talks Recorded:** *Target launch Aug 15th on YouTube & Spotify*\n- **8 Original Pieces of FtC Content Featuring Key Speakers:** *Target launch Aug-Sept*\n  - Audrey Tang - Pluarality.net\n  - Glen Weyl - Plurality Institution & RxC & Microsoft\n  - Aya Miyaguchi - Ethereal Foundation\n  - Chris Szymczak - UNICEF\n  - Scott Moore - Public Works\n  - Ken Suzuki - University of Tokyo, SmartNews Inc.\n  - Behind the Scenes Video - FtC x DeSci Tokyo\n- **Professional Photos:** Over 4000 professional photos to share with our community to continue social media activities for an additional month.\n- **Traditional Local Media Exposure:**\n  - [YouTube: What is \"Digital Democracy\"? Interview w/ FtC Speaker Glenn Weyl (7.6K views)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lg8oltqORw)\n  - [What is \"Digital Democracy\"? Interview with leading scholar Glenn Weyl by Txbiz.tv](https://txbiz.tv-tokyo.co.jp/wbs/newsl/post_300521)\n  - [Wired JP Twitter Post (15.5K views)](https://x.com/wired_jp/status/1817053062311375227)\n  - [Creating a Future for the Global Commons: Funding the Commons Tokyo's Challenge](https://wired.jp/article/funding-the-commons-tokyo-2024/)\n- **Post-event Long-form in Local Language:**\n  - [Medium: Decentralizing Research Towards “Open Academia”: Ten Years of Academia](https://rshibato.medium.com/decentralizing-research-towards-open-academia-ten-years-of-academist-and-beyond-b3756155a90b)\n  - [Note.com - FtC Lecture: \"Decentralization of Research Towards Open Academia\"](https://note.com/academist/n/n163977a82936)\n  - [Note.com - Beyond Web3 as a Business (History of Open Source Hacker Culture)](https://note.com/obi/n/n9c648fca7c9f)\n  - [Dao Magazine - Designing for Plurality: A conversation between Glenn Weil and Audrey Tan @Funding the Commons Tokyo 2024](https://note.com/dao_magazine/n/n5afb28f47e08)\n  - [Note.com - Local Government & Quadratic Funding](https://note.com/yamashita_kenngo/n/nf99dbc7cc2dd)\n\n---\n\n#### CHIANG MAI RESIDENCY: FtC + Earth Commons\n\n- **Date:** October 7-31\n- **Location:** 4SEAS in Chiang Mai\n\n---\n\n#### BANGKOK IN-PERSON HACKATHON: FtC x APAC DAO\n\n- **Date:** November 6-7\n- **Location:** DistrictX, Bangkok\n\n---\n\n#### BANGKOK DESIGN JAM: FtC x APAC DAO\n\n- **Date:** November 6-9\n- **Location:** DistrictX, Bangkok\n\n---\n\n#### BANGKOK CONFERENCE\n\n- **Day 1:** Funding the Commons\n- **Day 2:** Earth Commons x DeSci\n- **Date:** November 8-9\n- **Location:** Venue TBC, Bangkok\n\n---\n\n### More Info on Our [Residency Program](https://www.fundingthecommons.io/residencies)\n\nFunding the Commons Residency is an experiment that supports innovation in construction and design oriented toward mechanism designs for Public Goods Funding. Our aim is to explore new methods and technologies to better fund the commons in Public Goods and understand the impact and effectiveness of that funding. Also, measuring what is being funded, how effective the funding is, what needs to be built to distribute, allocate, and govern funding, as well as evaluate impact.\n\nIn this experiment, we want to explore the effect on building community, the advantages of collaborative production, receiving feedback, conducting workshops, working with mentors, and rapidly producing products. Production that probably wouldn’t be possible working alone and remote.\n\nWhat makes the Funding the Commons Residency unique is that we focus on the human component first, prioritize creative freedom, promote a safe space, prioritize mental health, foster connections and development, promote learning, and provide a healthier and more regenerative work environment.\n\nWe believe in inspiring growth, continuous education, and upholding values such as gratitude, generosity, teamwork beyond individual projects, inclusiveness, and connection.\n\n---\n\n### Residency Partner Highlight: Pagoda\n\nPagoda starts as a humble assemblage of Asian web3/Ethereum ecosystem builders, thinkers, and leaders. We aspire to be a resilient and interoperable support network that provides change-makers in political, economic, technological, and spiritual sectors with an alternative lifestyle and career path focused on humanitarian care across Asia.\n\nPagoda cultivates high-trust relationships through peer support & mutual care, so that people grow & develop to be better equipped for doing meaningful work in the world.\n\nIn other words, people who spend time in Pagoda tend to develop a sense of belonging, grow more emotional maturity, develop skills & confidence, and find new opportunities to make a beneficial contribution to the world.\n\n**Team:**\n\n- Christopher (The Philippines)\n- Sig (China, based in Chiang Mai)\n- [Songyi Lee](https://www.linkedin.com/in/songyilee/) (Korea)\n- [Vivian Chen](https://www.linkedin.com/in/viviantp6/) (Taiwan)\n\n---\n\n### Why Chiang Mai?\n\nChiang Mai, known as the \"Rose of the North,\" is a vibrant city in northern Thailand renowned for its rich cultural heritage, natural beauty, and thriving digital nomad community. The city's unique blend of tradition and modernity makes it an ideal location for the Funding the Commons Residency.\n\n**Strength of Chiang Mai:**\n\nChiang Mai’s strengths lie in its ability to blend the old with the new, offering a unique environment where traditional wisdom meets modern innovation.\n\n**Pagoda in Chiang Mai:**\n\nPagoda’s presence in Chiang Mai reinforces our commitment to creating a resilient and interoperable support network across Asia. By hosting the residency in Chiang Mai, Pagoda strengthens its mission to weave the diverse threads of Asia into a united tapestry, fostering a decentralized world that honors our shared heritage and distinct voices.\n\n---\n\n### Key Milestones\n\n- **May - July:** Ideation & Definition of Key Partnerships\n- **July - Aug:** Call for Applications & Collaborations with APAC builder communities to promote residency to high-caliber public goods applicants\n- **Aug 15:** Final Selection of Applicants\n- **Sept 1:** Final Sponsorship / Mentorship Decisions for Track Design\n- **Sept 1 - Oct 7:** Final Production Elements\n- **Oct 7:** Residency Begins\n- **Oct 31:** Residency Ends\n- **Nov 8-9:** FtC Conference in Bangkok - Opportunity to present residency outcomes on stage to 500-700 expected attendees during our flagship conference near the DevCon main location.\n\n---\n\n### Key Considerations & Budget\n\n1) **Manpower:**\n\n- **Production (July - September):**\n  - Residency Organizer: 1 (Remote Full-time)\n  - Logistic Support: 1 (On-site Part-time)\n  - Program Design: 1 (Remote Part-time)\n  - Network Support: 1 (Remote Part-time)\n\n- **During Residency (October):**\n  - Residency Organizer: 1 (On-site Full-time)\n  - Logistic Support: 2 (On-site Part-time)\n  - Facilitation: 2 (On-site Part-time)\n\n2) **Budget (Estimation Only):**\n\n| Category                        | Estimated Cost (USD) |\n|---------------------------------|----------------------|\n| Accommodation (35 participants + staff) includes venue & equipment rental | $35,000              |\n| Food (35 participants + staff) includes venue & equipment rental         | $15,000              |\n| Travel Expenses                 | $5,000               |\n| Swags & Workshop Materials      | $5,000               |\n| Admin & Staff Support           | $20,000              |\n| Contingency Fund                | $2,000               |\n| Organizational Coordination Fee | $8,000               |\n| **Total Estimated Cost**        | **$90,000**          |\n\n---\n\n### People Curation\n\n**Criteria from the past:**\n\n- Open source contributions\n- Diverse backgrounds and life experiences\n- Willingness to support other builders in a p2p fashion\n- Outcome-oriented: The projects that builders create during the residency\n  - 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