Scaling Allo Protocol Through GrantShips

# Scaling Allo Protocol Through GrantShips ## Summary This proposal seeks funding to organize a **single GrantShips Round** focused on projects building on the **Allo Protocol**, using a **milestone-based funding model** for transparent resource allocation. Operated by contributors from the **Greenpill Dev Guild** in collaboration with DAOmasons, this initiative will allocate $50,000 to support impactful projects. An additional $15,000 will be used for development, marketing, and educational outreach. After the round, **Stem Voting** will allow the Gitcoin community to evaluate the performance of each ship, ensuring transparency and accountability in the allocation process. --- ## Abstract GrantShips is a decentralized grants framework designed to make funding allocation transparent, equitable, and community-driven. This proposal outlines a **single GrantShips Round**, distributing $50,000 to projects aligned with the Allo Protocol’s mission through a **milestone-based funding model**. The round will be operated by **2-3 ships**, each managed by contributors from the Greenpill Dev Guild. Projects will receive funding incrementally upon completing agreed-upon milestones, ensuring accountability and measurable outcomes. Following the round, **Stem Voting** will enable the Gitcoin community to evaluate ship performance, guiding refinements for future initiatives. An additional $15,000 is requested to support workflow improvements, marketing campaigns, and educational programs to onboard new builders into the ecosystem. This initiative aims to empower builders, foster Allo Protocol adoption, and establish GrantShips as a replicable framework for decentralized funding. --- ## Motivation The Allo Protocol provides a strong foundation for decentralized funding, but key challenges remain: - **Complexity**: Builders lack accessible tools and frameworks to integrate with Allo Protocol. - **Transparency**: Existing workflows can lack clarity, reducing trust in the funding process. - **Onboarding Challenges**: Grassroots and non-technical teams face difficulties navigating decentralized funding systems. - **Accountability**: Ensuring projects deliver on their promises requires structured milestone tracking. This proposal addresses these gaps by organizing a single GrantShips round using a **milestone-based model** for funding, refining workflows, and creating resources to empower the next generation of ReFi projects. --- ## Specification ### GrantShips Round Structure - **Round Overview**: - Operate **2-3 ships**, distributing $50,000 to Allo Protocol projects. - Fund allocation will follow a **milestone-based model**, with funding released incrementally as projects achieve predefined deliverables. - Provide mentorship and technical support to ensure projects meet their milestones effectively. - **Post-Round Evaluation with Stem Voting**: - After the round, the Gitcoin community will use Stem Voting to evaluate the performance of each ship. - Stem Voting will consider metrics such as: - Milestone completion rates. - Community impact of funded projects. - Alignment with the round’s goals. - Results will guide refinements for future GrantShips initiatives. ### Development and Education - **Workflow Improvements**: Enhance milestone tracking and attestation workflows for usability and transparency. - **Educational Outreach**: Host workshops, develop tutorials, and create case studies to onboard builders and projects. - **Marketing Campaigns**: Promote the round through Gitcoin, Greenpill Dev Guild, and DAOmasons networks. --- ## Goals and Deliverables ### Short-Term Goals (0-3 months) 1. Finalize the structure and criteria for the GrantShips Round. 2. Train **Greenpill Dev Guild contributors** as ship operators. 3. Launch marketing campaigns to attract high-quality projects. 4. Execute the **GrantShips Round**, distributing $50,000 through **2-3 ships** using a milestone-based funding model. ### Mid-Term Goals (3-6 months) 1. Conduct **Stem Voting** to evaluate ship performance and identify best practices. 2. Publish case studies and lessons learned to inform future funding initiatives. 3. Expand educational outreach to onboard additional builders into the Allo ecosystem. --- ## Budget Breakdown 1. **GrantShips Round**: - **$50,000** allocated to funded projects via a milestone-based model. 2. **Development, Marketing, and Education Outreach**: - **$15,000** allocated for: - Workflow and tool enhancements. - Marketing campaigns to promote GrantShips and onboard participants. - Educational resources like workshops, tutorials, and case studies. --- ## Benefits 1. **Ecosystem Growth**: Increases adoption of Allo Protocol by funding and mentoring innovative projects. 2. **Transparency**: Implements a milestone-based model for fund allocation and uses **Stem Voting** for community-driven evaluation. 3. **Scalability**: Establishes GrantShips as a replicable framework for decentralized funding rounds. 4. **Community Engagement**: Strengthens Gitcoin’s connection with builders and contributors, fostering a collaborative ecosystem. --- ## Drawbacks 1. **Funding Limitations**: A single round might not fully demonstrate the scalability of GrantShips. 2. **Execution Complexity**: Requires coordination across multiple operators and contributors to track milestones effectively. 3. **Adoption Risk**: The initiative’s success depends on attracting high-quality projects and participants. --- ## Vote **Voting “Yes”**: Approves funding of $65,000 to execute a single GrantShips Round, with $50,000 allocated to project funding and $15,000 for development, marketing, and education outreach. **Voting “No”**: Rejects the proposal and its funding allocation, maintaining the status quo.