diff --git a/proposals/Moonshot Commons.md b/proposals/Moonshot Commons.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..96c4a80 --- /dev/null +++ b/proposals/Moonshot Commons.md @@ -0,0 +1,196 @@ +# General Grant Proposal + +* **Project:** Moonshot Commons + +## Project Overview +If this application in response to an RFP then please indicate this on the first line of this section. + +### Overview +Moonshot Commons is a vibrant, Gen-Z Web3 builder community dedicated to fostering innovation in the blockchain and Web3 domain. We host biannual month-long Web3 hackathons, in December and June, to support and encourage creators in developing new Web3 ideas. Our community has over 1,000 members globally, and we have successfully assisted more than 40 founders in transforming their ideas into venture-backed projects. By partnering with top-tier VCs and industry-leading founders, we aim to provide a robust platform for the development and launch of groundbreaking Web3 projects. + +### Project Details + +Since our inception in 2021, we have expanded to over 1,000 members worldwide, providing a strong support network for innovative projects in the blockchain and Web3 space. + +We have successfully organized 8 hackathons so far. In last year solely, we organized two Moonshot Web3 Hackathons, one in summer and the other in winter. During the Summer Hackathon, we interviewed 523 teams, invited 45 to participate, and saw 25 of them demo their products. Of these, 70% received seed funding from top venture capital firms. In the Winter Hackathon, we received 221 applications, invited 52 teams, and 22 of them participated in the final Demo Day, pitching their products to more than 100 VCs. + +We continue to empower Gen-Z Web3 founders from day 0, firmly believing that the next groundbreaking innovations will emerge from this generation. +## Team + +### Team members +* Name of team leader + +Kevin Li +* Names of team members + +Harry Zhang +Haomiao Liu +Junxi Song +Cameron Wang + +### Team Website +Kevin - CEO + +Vassar College CS & Education Major + +Founder of Moonshot Commons & HackQuest + +Ex-Education Researcher@ Beijing Normal University，developed the first teaching competency framework in China + +[(34) Kevin Li | LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-l-2a7128193/) + +Junxi - CTO + +Cornell University CS Major + +Carnegie Mellon University CS PhD Candidate + +Co-Founder@ Moonshot Commons & HackQuest + +Research area focus on game theory, mechanism design, and blockchain MEV + +Ex-Meta Software Engineer + +[(34) Junxi Song | LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/junxi-song-218721153/) + +Harry - CMO + +Emory University + +Business & Data Science Majors + +Consultant at GEP， + +Consulted for 10+ Fortune 500 companies and venture-backed startups on GTM, product launch and distribution, marketing strategy, etc. + +[(34) Harry (Haochen) Zhang | LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/harryzhangprofile/) + +Haomiao - CTO + +Cornell University CS Major + +Cornell University CS Master + +Ex-Software Engineer at Meta + +Optimized FB ads delivery flow + +Contributed 13.5% revenue gain to FB Reels + +Contributed 3% revenue gain to FB Story. + +[(34) Haomiao Liu | LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/haomiao-liu-14127417a/) + +Cameron - COO + +University of Chicago CS & Game Design Majors + +Co-Founder of Moonshot Commons & HackQuest + +Organized seven Web3 hackathons, with more than 2000 hackers registered + +Ex-CEO @ PeerInsight Education + +[(34) Bingqi (Cameron Wang) Wang | LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bingqiwang/) + +### Legal Structure +Please provide the name and registered address of the legal entity executing the project. +Guangzhou Dengyue Technology Ltd. +Sicheng Road 1-3-7 Tianhe District, Guangzhou + +### Team's experience +Please describe the team's relevant experience. +Our team possesses the ideal combination of experience, trust, and a proven track record, making us the right people to build and nurture the Moonshot Commons ecosystem. Before embarking on the Moonshot journey, we co-founded an online education platform called Peer Insight Education, which focused on teaching standardized tests. From 2017 to 2021, we successfully ran the company together and eventually sold it to Vision Education. + +This prior experience of working together as a team has enabled us to develop a strong foundation of trust and collaboration. We understand each other's strengths and weaknesses, and know how to leverage our collective skills to achieve success. This established synergy gives us an edge over the competition, as our team is well-equipped to handle the challenges and opportunities that come with nurturing and supporting the Gen-Z Web3 founders community through Moonshot Commons and our hackathons. + + +## Development Roadmap + +* **Estimated Duration:** 2 month +* **FTE:** 8 +* **Costs:** $10,000 + +1) Venture Partner Recruiting Stage (April 20th - May 15th, No Expense) + +- Finalize the hosting partners and investments from funds and the collaboration approach +- Finalize the mentors and judges and the collaboration approach +- Finalize the Moonshot organizing team and match our resources + +2) Promoting Stage (May 1st - May 30th, $5,000 USD) +- working with Crypto medias to post PR articles + +- Host 4 to 6 "Moonshot Mafia" (panel discussion with accomplished entrepreneurs) +- Post 8 interviews with founders from previous Moonshot demo days on Moonshot WeChat official account +- Reach 20,000 traffic on the WeChat official account +- Cooperate with 20+ promoting partners + +3) Candidate Selection Stage (June 1st - June 30th , No Expense): + +- Interview with the candidates +- Send invites to all Venture Capitals and investment teams + +4) Fellowship Stage (July 1st - August 5th, $3,000 USD) : + +- Explain the judging rubrics and detailed procedures to all participants +- Expand the Apollo Day exploration group to to 200 investors and media reporters + +5) Apollo Day Stage (August 5th and Beyond, $2,000 USD): + +- Expand the Apollo Day exploration group to 1500 +- Confirm the participation of 150 VC partners + +### Community engagement + +As part of the Program, we require that you produce an article/tutorial and publish it (for example on [Medium](https://medium.com/)). It should explain your work done as part of the grant. + +Normally, we ask you to submit the write-up upon the completion of your grant, although for larger projects it might make sense to publish multiple articles after the completion of different milestones. + +## Future Plans +Please include the team's long-term plans and intentions. +The long-term plans and intentions of the Moonshot Commons team include: + +Expanding the community: Moonshot Commons aims to grow its community of Gen-Z Web3 founders, builders, and developers, making it a hub for innovation and collaboration within the blockchain and Web3 space. + +Hosting more hackathons: Moonshot Commons plans to continue organizing hackathons and other events, providing opportunities for learning, networking, and collaboration. These events will help support and encourage creators in developing new Web3 ideas and projects. + +Building partnerships: By partnering with top-tier VCs, industry-leading founders, and other organizations, Moonshot Commons seeks to provide a robust platform for the development and launch of groundbreaking Web3 projects. + +Onboarding more Web2 developers: Moonshot Commons recognizes the importance of transitioning traditional Web2 developers into the Web3 ecosystem. Their long-term vision involves creating resources and opportunities to help these developers learn about Web3 and become builders in the space. + +Supporting venture-backed projects: Moonshot Commons will continue to assist founders in transforming their ideas into venture-backed projects, providing resources, mentorship, and connections to help them succeed. + +By focusing on these long-term plans, Moonshot Commons aims to become an integral part of the Web3 ecosystem, fostering innovation and creating opportunities for the next generation of builders. + +## Additional Information +Any additional information that you think is relevant to this application that hasn't already been included. + +Links: + +Our winter hackathon website: + +[https://moonshothacker.com/](https://moonshothacker.com/) + +Our official website: + +[http://moonshotcommons.com/](http://moonshotcommons.com/) + +Our Medium: + +[Moonshot Commons – Medium](https://medium.com/@moonshotcommons) + +Our Twitter: + +[Moonshot Commons | Where Gen-Zs build (@buildmoonshot) / Twitter](https://twitter.com/buildmoonshot) + +Our previous media coverage: + +[Gen Z Web3 builder community Moonshot Commons launches winter hackathon (cointelegraph.com)](https://cointelegraph.com/press-releases/gen-z-web3-builder-community-moonshot-commons-launches-winter-hackathon) + +Our success metrics: +1. Attract 150+ projects / developer teams to apply +2. Host 6-8 workshops during Hackathon and office hours provided by industry experts +3. Help 20+ teams to complete the hackathon demo and presentation +4. Attract 2000+ audience and 100+ VCs on the demo day +5. Help 5+ teams to get seed round financing and accelerate their projects +6. Onboard 20-30 quality teams to build on/using mStable.