Bridging the Mental Health Industry on Cardano, a Market Size of $410bn.

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Evangelos Karakatsis

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

Entity (Not Incorporated)

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

12

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language

No

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

We’ll create a Dapp where therapists and clients use DIDs, NFT CIP-68, and our CNT asset for therapy sessions. Free therapies will be secured through trading volume, ensuring accessibility for all.

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

No dependencies

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

Yes

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

The project outputs will be fully open source based on the Apache license 2.0

[METADATA] Horizons

Healthcare

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Creating a platform (Coffee Monks - Dapp) that bridges the mental health industry with blockchain technology by providing accessible and free therapies. These are funded through trading volume generated and donations, accumulated in a treasury for those in need to claim.

This real-world utility can attract users outside the blockchain ecosystem, motivating them to access free therapy sessions just by learning how to use a Cardano Native Wallet. No investment, trading, or token gambling is required to claim a free session.

Therapists will be able to register on the platform by creating a DID in the form of an NFT CIP-68. Clients will then have the ability to rate sessions connected to the therapist’s DID, creating a scoring system that ensures both the quality of service and the professionalism of the therapists

Clients will need to mint an NFT to book an appointment on the platform, and they get two therapy sessions, one is included in their first mint and the second in the form of our Cardano Native Asset "Coffee Monks" (Fungible Token).

By minting the NFT, clients receive one NFT with the art of Coffee Monks in their wallet. This NFT essentially creates a profile for the client to use the platform, while simultaneously granting access to book their first 60-minute therapy session.

After the completion of the first therapy session, clients will receive our Cardano Native Asset, "Coffee Monks" (fungible token), which they can use to book their second therapy on our platform.

The client's NFT-Profile is a DID, storing and updating information such as the quantity and frequency of sessions.

This information levels up the client's profile, offering them rebates and discounts for using the platform for future therapy sessions.

Token Use Cases:

The Coffee Monks CNT (fungible token) will have 3 use cases:

1. The token will grant access to therapies and will be burned after the completion of each therapy.
2. The token will be transferable, allowing the user to either donate it to a friend or to the treasury of accumulated therapy sessions for people in need to claim.
3. Users will be free to trade the token on any DEX for ADA or USD if they choose not to use it for therapies or donations.

Purchasing More Therapies

After the 2 initial therapies, users of the platform can continue their sessions by purchasing additional therapy packages using ADA or a native stablecoin.

Every time a purchase like the above occurs, the platform will donate a percentage (%) to the treasury of free therapies in the form of the Cardano Native Token "Coffee Monks."

This mechanism essentially functions as a "Buy and Burn" process with an added donation step, as every "Coffee Monks" token used for therapy is automatically burned at the end of the session, elevating the mechanism to a "Buy and Donate Burn" system.

Trading Volume Generates Free Therapies

Fees from our Liquidity Pools will be accumulating Coffee Monk Tokens in the Treassury for Free Therapy Sessions.

Global Reach of The Platform

The "Coffee Monks" project aims to connect therapists and clients globally, offering services in multiple languages and cultural contexts.

The platform is designed to welcome people from all over the world, ensuring that clients from any region can find the right match while giving equal job opportunities to every person from any place of the world.

Team of Therapists

Therapists from Greece, Kenya, and Chile have already expressed interest in joining the Coffee Monks project and are eager to be onboarded once we launch.

We’re also making an open call to the Cardano community for therapists to apply and be part of the Therapists Portfolio of the Platform.

In addition, the team of the “Coffee Monks” project is already in contact with universities in Greece to establish partnerships for an internship program. Intern Therapists will be able to complete the required hours they need to enter the work field.

These interns will be supervised by professional psychologists to ensure the quality of the sessions.

Coffee Monks Project is here for the Long Term to make a Better World through Mental Health Awareness and Blockchain Adoption.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

The success of the "Coffee Monks" project would bring another real-world utility case to the Cardano blockchain by raising mental health awareness and promoting blockchain adoption.

It would help spread blockchain usage to individuals unfamiliar with the technology, allowing them to access free therapy sessions using a Cardano native wallet without the need to invest, trade, or gamble any capital.

The "Coffee Monks" project will also create job opportunities within the Cardano community, including positions for psychologists, counselors, administrative staff, and other roles that may arise as the project succeeds.

Additionally, members of the Cardano community will have the opportunity to access or donate a therapy session for free, encouraging motivation and positive interactions among members.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

Evangelos Karakatsis, the project founder and manager, is passionate about Cardano and blockchain technology, working full-time in Web3 for the past year. As a key member of the Greek DAO OdyC, he will represent the Greek community at the Argentina Constitutional Conference as an elected delegate, demonstrating his commitment and passion for the Cardano blockchain ecosystem. Currently, he is also working as the community manager for Palm Economy, a Real World Asset-Impact project.

He is supported by Antony Agrios, the Co-Founder and Lead Developer with 11 years of full-stack development experience across industries like adtech and healthcare, and Leandros Holleman, the tech advisor with a background in developing projects like the BroClan wallet and AnetaV2.

Leonardo Bonelli, an artist and designer with 15 years of experience in traditional and digital art, brings creative vision to the platform, while Giorgos Grispos, a UX designer and web marketing strategist, enhances user engagement through his expertise in web development and SEO. 

Last but not least, Konstantinos Siagas, the Public Relations and Community Manager, will ensure that the word is spread about the project with his passion, bringing more exposure to the Greek community and beyond

Since our team is fully doxxed and well-known within the community, we are committed to using the funds responsibly and transparently for the project's completion. Our established reputations and active community engagement provide a solid foundation of trust, ensuring that all financial resources will be directed toward achieving our goals and delivering real-world impact

[PROJECT MILESTONES] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

Milestone 1 (3 months)

Milestone Outputs:

• Counselor and Client NFT minting
• Coffee Monks Fungible Token launch (on Testnet)

Acceptance Criteria:

• Successful minting of counselor and Clients NFTs on the blockchain.
• Launch of the CNT token on Testnet to facilitate upcoming smart contracts.

Evidence of Milestone Completion:

• Transaction records confirming minted tokens.
• Successful minting of NFTs and of the CNT token on Testnet.

Milestone 2 (3 months)

Milestone Outputs:

• Counselor burning/updating/locking
• Development of a front-end UI/UX website for browsing the platform

Acceptance Criteria:

• Development and successful implementation of counselor burning, updating, and locking mechanisms.
• Creation of a beta version of the website that allows users to browse all tabs without interacting with a wallet or smart contracts yet.

Evidence of Milestone Completion:

• Transaction records verifying the counselor updates and burns.
• A functional beta website for user testing.

Milestone 3 (3 months)

Milestone Outputs:

• Session minting, redeeming, and burning (on Testnet)
• NFT-claim therapy session system (on Testnet)
• Token-claim therapy session system (on Testnet)
• Open call for job opportunities within the Cardano community

Acceptance Criteria:

• Development of a system to mint, redeem, and burn therapy session tokens on Testnet.
• Creation of systems to claim therapy sessions using both NFTs and CNT tokens on Testnet.
• Implementation of a communication form on the website for job opportunities related to the project (e.g., therapists, administration, developers).

Evidence of Milestone Completion:

• Functional claiming systems for therapy sessions using NFTs and CNT tokens, demonstrated via recorded video.
• A "Career Communication" tab/form available on the main website.

Milestone 4 (3 months)

Milestone Outputs:

• Fully functional product implementation (from minting NFTs and tokens to booking and conducting therapy sessions, including burning tokens used for sessions) (on Testnet)
• Presentation of the therapist team

Acceptance Criteria:

• Completion of the end-to-end product on Testnet, including:
• Minting NFT and Booking and conducting a therapy session (role play)
• Receiving the additional CNTs after the completion of the 1st therapy
• Claiming therapy with NFTs
• Claiming or donating therapy with CNT
• Claiming free therapy from the treasury
• Booking appointments for therapy (by buying extra packagees) and perform the "Buy and Donate Burn" mechanism.
• Burning tokens automatically after therapy sessions
• Assembling a qualified team of therapists to provide services for the project.

Evidence of Milestone Completion:

• Recorded video demonstrating the fully functional product with all steps completed on Testnet.
• Portfolio of the therapist team uploaded to the website.

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Evangelos Karakatsis

Project Founder - Manager

Evangelos Karakatsis is a 33 years old Man with a "BSc in Physical Education and Sports Science", and an "HPD in Psychology Counseling".

Evangelos brings 4 years of extensive experience in the Crypto-Blockchain ecosystem, actively working on projects in Ethereum, Pulsechain, and Cardano.

He currently also teaches at BCA College in Greece, covering subjects such as how to use DEXs, non-custodial wallets, and the Cardano ecosystem.

Additionally, he successfully runs his own video production company, Evibe Video Productions, creating commercials for companies in Greece and currently making tutorials and content for Web3 and blockchain projects

A key member of the Greek DAO OdyC, Evangelos has organized and hosted one of the 50 global Cardano Constitutional Workshops in Greece.

In December 2024, he will represent the Greek community at the Argentina Constitutional Conference as an elected Delegate. Showing like this the commitment and Passion about the Cardano Blockchain Ecosystem

He also works as the community manager for Palm Economy, a Real World Asset-Impact project.

Evangelos believes that Real-World Impact is the core purpose of blockchain.

With Coffee Monks, he aims to create a globally positive project that will benefit society with a real use case, while bringing blockchain adoption.

Antony Agrios

Co-Founder - Lead Developer

I am an experienced Senior Software Engineer, with 11 years of experience and a diverse background in developing high-impact solutions across multiple industries, including adtech, healthcare, and in the latest years, small blockchain projects. My expertise spans full-stack development, system architecture, and team leadership, with a strong focus on delivering scalable, innovative tools.

-University of Piraeus, MSc in Informatics. 

-TEI Piraeus, Department of Electronics Engineering.

Leandros Holleman

Tech Advisor

Developer of the BroClan wallet and AnetaV2, with years of experience across multiple projects, Leandros will be using his expertise to advice and advance the tech stack of the project.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/holleman-leandros-90260a74/

Leonardo Bonelli

Artist & Designer

Leonardo Bonelli holds a BSc in Architecture and possesses 15 years of experience in traditional drawing and sketching, alongside two years in digital art. His passion for creativity has led him to explore the NFT space, with "Coffee Monks" marking his second NFT project.

Giorgos Grispos

UX Designer - Web Marketing Strategist

A Web Specialist. -Experience in all aspects of web development & analysis. -SEO and marketing campaigns for companies, organizations and individual customers. -Web3 enthusiast and curious on discovering new tools to make our everyday life easier. BA, Digital Media Production, University of the Arts London, UAL MA, Digital Moving Image, London Metropolitan University

Konstantinos Siagas

Public Relations and Community Manager

Greetings! I’m Konstantinos Siagas, a passionate musician and tech enthusiast, actively engaged with the Greek Cardano DAO, OdyC. As a pivotal force behind the launch of the inaugural OdyC website and an enthusiastic contributor to affiliate outreach, I collaborate with vibrant minds to spark innovative ideas and cultivate community involvement. My distinctive fusion of creativity and technical prowess empowers me to lead and inspire across both musical and technological landscapes.

Experience

Community Manager & Public Relations Specialist, Greek Cardano DAO, OdyC | 2023

• Helped the creation of the first OdyC website, boosting user experience and engagement.
• Instrumental in affiliate outreach initiatives, forging robust relationships with key stakeholders.
• Organized and engaged in community events to champion OdyC and its projects.

Internship in Cultural Management, Municipality of Arta | 2015

• Orchestrated the summer festival, featuring music concerts, theatrical performances, traditional dances, and speeches.
• Actively contributed to the organizing committee for a scientific conference on technoculture and cultural industries.

Education

Degree in Musicology with Specialization in Oud, University of Ioannina | 2015

Training Certificate in WordPress Development, National Kapodistrian University of Athens | 2023-2024

Skills

• Community Management and PR
• Website Development (WordPress)

Event Organization

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Total Funds requeasted : €45,000 ≈ ADA 146,437

Funding Distribution

Project Development : €34,000

• This allocation focuses on backend development to ensure the project's functionality and success.

Development Costs: €21,000

Admin Costs : €4000

Bug Fixing : €5000

Testing : €4000

Work Hours and Tasks Include:

 Contracts

1. Client minting : 8 hours
2. Counselor minting : 8 hours
3. Counselor update : 8 hours
4. Counselor deposit : 8 hours
5. Session Minting : 8 hours

FrontEnd integrations:

1. Monk minting : 16 hours
2. Counselor minting : 8 hours
3. Counselor update : 8 hours
4. Counselor retirement : 8 hours
5. Session Minting : 24 hours
6. Session Burning/Review : 8 hours

 Ui/Ux: 

1. Minting portal :
2. Counselor : 40 hours
3. Crypto Monk : 40 hours
4. Counselor portal
5. Update tab : 24 hours
6. Approve tab : 24 hours
7. Calendar tab : 40 hours
8. Booking portal : 60 hours
9. Review/Burn portal : 25 hours
10. Review Indexer : 40 hours

Total projected developer Hours for MVP : 405 Hours

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Website and Art Design : €4,500

• This portion will cover costs for web designers and artists to create the NFT project's visual elements.

Project Enhancements and Secure Launch : €6,500

• This portion will cover necessary improvements and educational efforts, including video tutorials to guide new users on how to use a Cardano native wallet and make the platforn easy and welcoming for all.
• Marketing Efforts to ensure the project reaches the audience both inside and outside of the blockchain ecosystem
• It will also ensure a smooth and secure launch on the mainnet while promoting user adoption.

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

The cost of the Coffee Monks project represents significant value for money for the Cardano ecosystem in several ways:

1. Real-World Impact: By addressing the growing mental health crisis and providing accessible therapy sessions, the project enhances the Cardano ecosystem's reputation as a platform dedicated to social good. This aligns with broader goals of blockchain technology, showcasing its potential to create meaningful change while raising mental health awareness within the community.
2. Increased Adoption: The initiative aims to onboard users unfamiliar with blockchain technology by offering free therapy sessions through a user-friendly interface. This approach lowers barriers to entry, allowing people outside the blockchain ecosystem to engage without the need to invest, trade, or gamble tokens but only requiring them to learn how to use a Cardano native wallet.
3. Job Creation: By providing employment opportunities for psychologists, counselors, administrative staff, and other roles that may arise as the project succeeds, the Coffee Monks project stimulates local economies and contributes to the overall growth of the Cardano community.
4. Community Engagement: The initiative encourages positive interactions and motivates members to share the project’s message, fostering a sense of belonging within the Cardano ecosystem. Community members can access or donate free therapy sessions, enhancing connections among them.

The funds raised will be strategically utilized to turn this vision into reality, further solidifying Cardano's position as a leader in real-world utility.