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Stacks Community Lead - Goodkitty #23

Open Hero-Gamer opened 4 months ago

thiskittyisgood commented 3 months ago

Stacks Community Lead

Total Grant Amount: $4030

Project Description:

The project aims to create a unified and active community within the Stacks ecosystem with a focus on the DeGrants program as the primary onboarding initiative. This involves developing the Stacks Link brand, building a team of Core Ecosystem Stewards, and implementing the Quarterly POW(ER) Awards.

Impact:

The project will foster increased participation, engagement, and growth within the Stacks community. It will also create a sense of belonging and collaboration among community members, both old and new.

The target audience includes builders, DeFi enthusiasts, NFT creators, BNS users, and the broader crypto community. Strategies include hosting regular spaces, facilitating educational content, rewarding the community, and leveraging social media for reach and engagement.

Project Timelines, Milestones, and Deliverables:

Kick-off payment: 0% - $0

Milestone 1: Create the Stacks Link brand and website - 33% - $1343.33 - August 30th 2024 Deliverables:

Stacks Link Website Structure:

Milestone 2: Assemble the team of Core Ecosystem Custodians and plan the Quarterly POW(ER) Awards. - 33% - $1343.33 - September 30th 2024 Deliverables:

- Assign roles and responsibilities:

Plan Quarterly POW(ER) Awards:

Awards:

Milestone 3: Execute the POW(ER) Awards - 33% - $1343.33 - October 30th 2024 Deliverables:

Budget Breakdown: Total Grant Amount: $4030 Time-based Remuneration: $40 per hour Total Hours per Week: 8.38 hours Total Hours per Month: 33.54 hours Monthly Payment: $1343.33

Project Duration: Ongoing from August to October. The project will initiate and manage community growth through Rewards and Recognition Programs.

Project Challenges and Risk Mitigation: Community Fragmentation: Addressed by regular events and engagement activities. Financial Constraints: Managed through careful budget allocation.

Experience and Qualifications: With extensive experience in community engagement and content creation within the Stacks ecosystem, I am uniquely suited for this role. My background in managing community-driven initiatives and fostering collaboration makes me an ideal candidate to lead this project and ensure its success.

Is / will this project be open-sourced? As far as it can, yes. There is no code, but the work will be done with the community involvement.

ZeroAuthorityDAO Profile Link: https://zeroauthority.xyz/profiles/SP28RZ1QXMXJXVKRRCR3D7GR5D48XY0NNA9MZWHJB

thiskittyisgood commented 2 months ago

Milestone 1 Completion: Stacks Community Lead

I’m pleased to report the successful completion of Milestone 1 for the Stacks Community Lead project.

Milestone 1 Deliverables:

Develop Stacks Link Brand Identity:

Social Media Links:

Hours Worked Summary:

Next Steps:

Moving forward, I will continue to build out the website with a page for each of the initiatives/ projects listed. I will focus on Milestone 2, which involves assembling the team of Core Ecosystem Stewards and planning the Quarterly POW(ER) Awards. I look forward to continuing the work and building upon the foundation we’ve established.

View the announcement launch of Stacks Link:

Launch Tweet Launch Show on Twitter Spaces

Hero-Gamer commented 2 months ago

Dear @thiskittyisgood , nothing short of amazing work so far.

Thank you so much for the hard work. Your milestone 1 is approved.

Dear @shaktistacks Milestone 1 has been reviewed and approved and ready for payment.

shaktistacks commented 2 months ago

Thanks for the update ! @thiskittyisgood the transaction has been initiated in zero, pls accept it :)

thiskittyisgood commented 1 month ago

Milestone 2 Update: Assemble the Team of Core Ecosystem Custodians (Now StacksLink) and plan the Quarterly POWER Awards - Completed

I’m excited to announce that we have successfully completed Milestone 2 of our project. As Community Lead, my focus has been on creating StacksLink and preparing the POWER Awards (Proof of Work, Recognition, and Excellence). This milestone marks a significant step forward in fostering a unified and active community within the Stacks ecosystem.

Stacks Link

Your gateway to the vibrant Stacks ecosystem

Whether you're a developer, artist, entrepreneur, or simply curious about blockchain technology, Stacks Link is here to connect you with the resources, community, and tools you need to succeed. Our platform serves as a decentralized hub where you can explore Stacks, stay updated on the latest news, discover key programs like DeGrants and TacOvation, and engage with a passionate community dedicated to building the future on Bitcoin.

Key Links: Website: StacksLink Twitter: @StacksLink Weekly Council Meetings on X: StacksLink Spaces StacksLink Community Console: StacksLink Console

StacksLink Council StacksLink is led by a core group of community leaders called the StacksLink Council. Find out more about each council member here: Meet the StacksLink Council

  1. GoodKitty – Founder
  2. HeroGamer – Community Strategist
  3. Reece – Community Growth
  4. Haddy – Business and Innovation
  5. Gordon – Governance and Sustainability
  6. Zero – Decentralized Reputation
  7. Christopher – Technical Infrastructure
  8. Nietta – Brand and Marketing
  9. PeaceLoveMusic – Content and Communications
  10. Gary – Builders and Developers
  11. TripnMonkey – Builders and Developers
  12. Paul – Data and AI
  13. Michael – Data and AI
  14. Lawn – DeFi Community
  15. Sherie – NFTs
  16. Dan – BNS and Bitcoin Wallets
  17. Electra – Treasury and Resource Management
  18. Sam – Stacks Clarity
  19. Hamish – DAOs
  20. MrWagmi – Memes
  21. Jackbinswitch – Meme Coins
  22. Xenitron – GameFi

Initiatives within StacksLink: Find out more about each initiative here StacksLink Initiatives

Achievements:

Next Steps: - Develop Fundraising Mechanisms for Fuel The Future: Formalize fundraising efforts to support both the council’s operations and initiatives like Fuel the Future. This includes setting up transparent donation mechanisms and launching campaigns to engage the wider community. - Continue Expansion of Council Activities: Broaden the topics covered in weekly Twitter Spaces to engage a more diverse audience and foster deeper community involvement. - Stacks Shield Initiative: The council has initiated the Stacks Shield, a security layer designed to mitigate risks and prevent ecosystem hacks, ensuring the long-term safety and sustainability of the ecosystem. - Exploration of StacksLink Foundation in El Salvador: Discussions are underway to establish a StacksLink Foundation in El Salvador, providing a formal structure for managing community initiatives and fundraising efforts. - Unifying International Committees: The council is working to unify international committees, such as Stacks Africa, Stacks Asia, and Stacks Australia, under the broader StacksLink umbrella, strengthening collaboration across regions.

POWER Awards

Proof of Work, Recognition, and Excellence

Celebrating and honoring creators, builders, and community leaders who have made significant contributions to the Stacks ecosystem.

Categories:

Awards:

Judging Criteria:

Submission Process:

Timeline & Key Dates:

Promotional Strategy:

Next Steps:

We’re excited to move forward with this important initiative and look forward to recognizing the incredible talent within the Stacks ecosystem.

Hero-Gamer commented 1 month ago

Hi @thiskittyisgood
I'd like to ask you about list of Stackslink council for other readers. Which I am aware is on here: https://www.stackslink.xyz/meet-the-team Screenshot_2-10-2024_144656_www stackslink xyz

Hero-Gamer commented 1 month ago

Secondly @thiskittyisgood In the Milestone 2, I see there is "and plan the Quarterly POW(ER) Awards." part as well. However I do not see any materials provided for that, can you provide some materials to support the completion of that?

thiskittyisgood commented 1 month ago

@Hero-Gamer i have updated my entry above

Hero-Gamer commented 1 month ago

Jez wow. Thanks @thiskittyisgood. Awesome work! So much gone into it. Look forward to the next!

After review I can confirm all deliverables of Milestone 2 is completed.

Milestone 2: Assemble the team of Core Ecosystem Custodians and plan the Quarterly POW(ER) Awards. - 33% - $1343.33 - September 30th 2024

@shaktistacks please kindly help with payment disbursement. <3

shaktistacks commented 1 month ago

payment has been initiated from zero, thanks @thiskittyisgood ! amazing work indeed!

Hero-Gamer commented 1 month ago

Hi @thiskittyisgood presume all on track to complete milestone 3?

thiskittyisgood commented 3 weeks ago

The PoW Retroactive Funding Awards is almost completed.

hi @Hero-Gamer - milestone 3 is on track to be completed as soon as we announce the winners of the PoW Retroactive Funding Awards next week on 7 Nov. submissions close today :-)

Website https://www.stackslink.xyz/pow-retroactive-funding Submission Form https://blocksurvey.io/project-submission-survey-NOajNX5ETNuQvmW.qhGAYA?v=o Example of Marketing https://x.com/thiskittyisgood/status/1841402491495150027

Hero-Gamer commented 2 weeks ago

Okay thanks GK for the update. Lmk once final milestone completed.

thiskittyisgood commented 2 weeks ago

Hi there

Internal judging is underway and voting for the community choice award is now open on X. All applicants have been emailed with details to engage their audience.

Website https://www.stackslink.xyz/pow-retroactive-funding Twitter Thread https://x.com/thiskittyisgood/status/1853561213558620328 Zero Authority Bounty https://zeroauthority.xyz/viewBounty/59

Meet the Grant Applicants: 7 Nov 2024 Spaces Link

Winners Announced: 14 Nov 2024 Spaces Link

thiskittyisgood commented 1 week ago

I'm so excited to let you know that we have announced the winners of the Proof of Work Retroactive Funding. This concludes milestone 3.

You can view the announcements here: https://x.com/StacksLink/status/1857314004919550104 https://x.com/thiskittyisgood/status/1857307599286263841

Hero-Gamer commented 1 week ago

Hi @thiskittyisgood thanks for everything you do, I know you do so much more than what's written in the scope here. Many people see your results out in the X world.

This milestone 3 is approved.

Milestone 3: Execute the POW(ER) Awards - 33% - $1343.33 - October 30th 2024
Deliverables:

    Host Quarterly POW(ER) Awards:
    Finalize award winners and prepare announcements.
    Coordinate the awards ceremony (virtual).
    Announce and celebrate award winners.
    Distribute awards and recognitions.

@shaktistacks please kindly help disburse final payment at your convenience. Tysm!

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Amazing work, Stacks is lucky to have you Goodkitty.