Instructions (remove from public application)
- Understand the program structure and relevant timelines found here.
- Copy, edit, and paste the following template into a new forum post under the SPP Application subcategory with the appropriate season 2 tag.
- Please use the title schema SPP2 [COMPANY] Application.
- Fill in all the sections, being clear and concise. Please add/remove sections as the applicant sees fit. Remove example language and the instructions from the application.
- Before posting, please ensure you have fulfilled the ENS token endorsement requirement or have indicated your plan to do so (e.g., via Snapshot).
- If you have any questions about how to complete this application, contact MetaGov ()
Once posted, MetaGov will review your submission within 1 business day (EST hours) and post a confirmation of eligibility (or a request for additional info)
After eligibility is confirmed, your application will be open for public review, questions, and feedback from the community.
By submitting an application to the SPP you are confirming that all the information provided in this application is accurate to the best of your knowledge.
1. Applicant Information
[replace with appropriate information]
- [Company / Team Name]
- Website/Other:[Link]
- [Primary Contact/entity ENS Name.eth]
- This will also be the receiving address for the stream. Make sure it’s an address you control and both the address and the name itself are safely managed. Give preference to a hardware wallet or Safe multisig. DO NOT POST AN EXCHANGE ADDRESS.
- Primary Contact(s)
- [person 1, handle]
- [person 2, handle]
- [person 3, handle]
- Company Overview
- [Explaination: A short 2-3 sentence introduction describing your company.]
- Requested Amount:
- [single term. Requesting $300,000]
- [If applicable please indicate intent for 2 Years stream]
- Size of team and commitment
- [Tell us how many people will be working directly on this project and what is your overall commitment.]
- ie., Is it something you and one other person will be doing part time after work? Is it something you have 10 devs working day and night commited to?
2. Eligibility Confirmation
(Please confirm each point below.)
- Company Age & Reputation
- Please indicate that the [Company] has been established for at minimum 1 year. Short summary outlining track record and reputation in Web3.
- Team Experience
- Confirm that your team has prior experience with ENS, blockchain, or internet domain-related projects.
- ENS Token Endorsement Requirement
- State whether you have already secured 50k delegated ENS tokens in support from a delegate. If yes, name the delegate or provide the evidence (link, forum post, on-chain signature, or write that they are willing to attest).
- To avoid miscommunication, please confirm explicit support directly with the sponsor! (Have the word for word conversation!)
- If you have not yet secured endorsement, Please state your intention to seek public endorsement via Snapshot on April 1st (not a joke).
- OFAC Sanctions Compliance
- Please consult legal counsel if you do not understand this section.
- Explicitly confirm that neither your company nor its team members are based in OFAC-sanctioned jurisdictions.
- We, [company/team name], confirm that neither our organization nor any of our employees, contractors, or executive leadership is located in, or a resident of, an OFAC-sanctioned country. We further confirm that none of our business resources are derived from or routed through any country or entity that is subject to sanctions imposed by the United States (OFAC) or equivalent regulatory bodies. We pledge to remain compliant with all applicable sanctions laws and will promptly notify the ENS DAO if our status changes.
(Only include the following If Applying for a 2 Year stream)
Eligibility for the two-year stream is restricted to Season 1 Service Providers. If your company/entity is a Season 1 provider and you are applying to the two year stream option, you need to also fill in the following information:
- Multi Year Stream Eligibility
- Confirm prior year compliance and participation in the SPP,
- Link to Season 1 Application
- If applicable, Link to your “Summary of Season 1 Performance”
- If applicable, Link to Github repos for Season 1 work
- Please Link to existing threads, Upload Docs, or freeform explanations as you see fit.
3. Open Source Commitment
[Detail how your work will be made available under MIT license and where it will be accessible]
This section can be short, direct, and concise.
4. Scope of Work & Budget
Explanation Overview:
Please provide the appropriate scope(s) of work—Basic Scope and/or Extended Scope—along with associated budgets. Each scope should include clear objectives, deliverables, and measurable outcomes. Update this section as you see fit. Ensure clarity.
Please leverage Photos, uploads, or markup tables as necessary.
Example of a table.
| Col A | Col B | Col C | Col D |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
4.1 Basic Scope of Work
- Requested amount:
- Description: Describe the work you plan to accomplish at the minimum level of functionality or coverage.
- KPIs / Success Metrics
- Per the discussion & temp checks, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) must be quarterly.
- Please List your quarterly KPIs for this scope.
- If KPI’s are expected to change over time, please indicate.
- Example: “Maintain 99% uptime for X service,” “Onboard 10 new ENS integrations per quarter,” etc.
- Budget
Provide the requested annual budget for this basic scope. Budgets must be integer multiples of $100K/year (minimum $300K/year).
[Optional] 4.2 Extended Scope of Work
- **Requested amount: **
- Description: Describe any additional or more ambitious work you plan to accomplish if given a higher budget.
- KPIs / Success Metrics
- List the expanded or enhanced KPIs for the extended scope.
- Same bullets as above.
- Budget
- Provide the annual budget request for this extended scope (again in integer multiples of $100K, up to $1.3M/year).
[Optional] 4.3 Second Year Stream Scope of Work
- If you are targeting a 2 year stream, please also break out the Scope of Work for year 2 in the same manner as above.
5. Past Achievements & Additional Information
Use this section to illustrate your track record. Consider including:
- A brief highlight of past or ongoing projects that align with ENS, the Web3 domain space, or other relevant activities.
- Links to GitHub repositories, websites, past proposals, or testimonials.
- Any relevant data or metrics demonstrating successful deployments, user traction, or meaningful contributions to the ecosystem.
- If you have any additional documentation, attachments, or clarifications to support your application, include them here or provide links.
- Mention any notable partners, previous grants, or collaborations that may help the community understand your capabilities and strategic fit.
6. Video Introduction (≤ 5 minutes)
You are required to include a short video introduction:
- Link to a brief video (5 minutes or less) where your team introduces themselves, your work, and why you believe you can add value to ENS.
Use this video to educate, provide summaries, and showcase your professionalism in delivering on the proposed scopes! - Be yourself, make it fun!
7. Conflict Of Interest Statment
List any potential conflicts of interest or participation in any project that is currently receiving from the DAO or is a candidate for it. This list includes (but is not limited to) having any of your team members be a Steward candidate, also being a member of another team who is a candidate for the same stream, having a compensated position at ENS Labs, Karpatkey or any other project who is currently receiving funds from the DAO. Explain how you intend to resolve the conflict if you (and the other party) are selected and how you will have a separation of concerns.
Additionally and optional, please disclose whether your company is currently generating revenue and whether you have participated in any fundraising efforts. Applicants are encouraged to list other active projects they are involved in outside of this application to communicate potential overlaps or conflicts.
Notice that having these (potential) conflicts does not disqualify you from being a candidate, but they must be disclosed, assessed by the delegates voting and addressed if considered an issue. Failing to disclose a conflict or not following through with your proposed solution can lead to a candidacy or even a stream being canceled.
Remember, this template is just a foundation. You are encouraged to add any additional information or sections that might strengthen your application or clarify your value proposition to the DAO. We look forward to reviewing your application’s eligibility and wish you the best of luck in joining the ENS DAO Service Provider Program (Season 2)!