Hey @Moneky_D.Luffy, I’ve been following this post for the past week and have considered it through the lens of the Public Goods working group to see if there is anything I could suggest as Public Goods steward. For context, the Public Goods working group focuses on funding in the broader Web3 and Ethereum ecosystems, whereas other working groups are focused more specifically on the ENS ecosystem in isolation.
In addition to clearly envisioning the long-term positive effects of this request, I also struggle to see the value of this proposal in driving the adoption of Ethereum or Web3 at large. In the past, we have generally focused on more technical and education-oriented initiatives, while this opportunity primarily centers around sporting events with ENS/Web3 as a secondary focus.
One good example of a similar request that has seen success is Ethereum Guatamala, which received a 10k grant in 2023 to host an in-person event focused on Web3 builders and education. They hosted a hackathon and talks and delivered an exceptional amount on a relatively small budget. This funding helped them kickstart an annual event that was repeated this year. I recognize this may be a unicorn example, but we are still seeing a return on that 10k grant, and it has created an ongoing relationship with a community. As a DAO and working group, we should strive for more of these opportunities.
Unfortunately, I don’t see a strong case for direct funding from our working group, but you are welcome to explore the following options:
- Find a delegate to sponsor your proposal directly or,
- Submit to our Small Grants round (live later this week), which is a great way to validate community interest in funding.