Cardano for Non-Profits: Enhancing Transparency, Efficiency, and Trust

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

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

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

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

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

We will create tailored workshops for NPOs, teaching them how to use Cardanos blockchain to address process inefficiencies, increase transparency, and improve fundraising mechanisms.

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

[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?

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

the project will be fully open-source. All educational resources, training modules, and workshops will be freely accessible, allowing other organizations to replicate and benefit.

[METADATA] Horizons

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Solution Description:

•This project aims to transform how non-profit organizations (NPOs) operate by leveraging Cardano's blockchain technology. By educating NPOs on its potential, we will help them streamline their processes, improve transparency, and enhance fundraising efforts. Through strategic partnerships with NPOs, this initiative will expand Cardanos adoption into the social impact sector, demonstrating the technology's real-world benefits in humanitarian efforts. The ultimate goal is to establish Cardano as a trusted solution for social good, driving its ecosystem's growth globally.

•It also addresses the inefficiencies and transparency challenges faced by non-profit organizations. By leveraging Cardano's blockchain technology, we can offer NPOs solutions for better record-keeping, transparent fund allocation, and improved donor trust. The project will engage a wide variety of NPOs, ranging from smaller grassroots organizations to larger international players, by conducting workshops tailored to their needs.

Cardanos blockchain offers solutions to key challenges faced by NPOs:

•Transparency: Smart contracts can automate fund disbursement and ensure transparency in fund allocation, boosting donor confidence.

•Efficiency: Blockchain enhances operational efficiency by automating processes such as fund tracking and verification, cutting down administrative overhead.

•Decentralized Identity (DID): Using DID, NPOs can better manage governance and improve security.

•The workshops will be customized based on the size, sector, and location of the participating NPOs. Training will cover:

•Implementing smart contracts for transparent financial management.

•Using decentralized identity for governance.

•Strategies for leveraging blockchain for donor trust and accountability.

The initiative aims to onboard at least 10 NPOs to Cardanos blockchain, creating case studies that demonstrate successful adoption and real-world impact. Workshops will be both in-person and virtual, ensuring a global reach.

This initiative will build bridges between the non-profit sector and the Cardano ecosystem, encouraging adoption in sectors beyond the typical tech-focused industries. It will serve as an entry point for non-profits to join and contribute to the broader Cardano community.

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

This project will:

•Broaden Cardanos Use Cases: It expands Cardanos application into the non-profit sector, a significant industry that can benefit immensely from blockchain technology.

•Promote Grassroots Adoption: By targeting NPOs, we create opportunities for widespread adoption at the grassroots level.

•Increase Global Exposure: By educating NPOs from diverse regions, we enhance Cardanos profile in the social impact space, particularly in regions where non-profits play a crucial role.

•Strengthen Community Engagement: The project encourages NPOs to become active contributors in the Cardano ecosystem, fostering a diverse, inclusive community.

Measurable Success:

•10 NPOs onboarded: By the projects end, we aim to have at least 10 NPOs implementing blockchain-based solutions.

•Global Reach: Workshops to be conducted across multiple regions, ensuring NPO participation from at least 3 continents.

•Increased Ecosystem Engagement: Growth in NPO participation within Cardano community forums and reports.

[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?

The project team includes blockchain educators with experience in NPO consulting and blockchain adoption strategies. We have existing relationships with non-profit networks and industry experts. The budget has been carefully allocated, ensuring that resources are sufficient for the projects scope.

The project team has extensive experience in blockchain technology and non-profit operations. The team has successfully led blockchain education programs, ensuring high-quality content delivery and engagement. We commit to transparent management of funds, with regular financial updates shared with the community.

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

Preparation and Outreach (Month 1-2)

SOutputs: Finalize partnerships with 5 non-profits, design workshop curriculum.

•Acceptance Criteria: Partnership agreements signed, curriculum materials ready.

•Evidence of Completion: Partnership contracts and curriculum documents.

Initial Workshop Series (Month 3-4)

•Outputs: Host 3 workshops for non-profits.

•Acceptance Criteria: Attendance of at least 50 participants, feedback surveys completed.

•Evidence of Completion: Workshop attendance records, survey results.

Expansion and Follow-up (Month 5-6)

•Outputs: Host 3 additional workshops, create case studies on NPO adoption of Cardano.

•Acceptance Criteria: At least 3 NPOs adopting Cardano solutions.

•Evidence of Completion: Case studies, adoption reports.

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

Project Team:

Lead Educator: Blockchain expert with experience in NPO consulting.

Outreach Coordinator: Responsible for securing partnerships with non-profits.

Workshop Facilitators: Blockchain trainers specialized in Cardano.

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

•Curriculum Development: ₳25,000 (Tailoring blockchain education materials to NPOs, smart contracts, DID setup guides)

•Outreach and Partnerships: ₳20,000 (Marketing, engagement with international NPOs)

•Workshop Costs: ₳15,000 (Workshop venues, facilitator fees, virtual platform setup)

•Project Management & Reporting: ₳10,000 (Tracking project progress, transparent financial reporting)

Auditability:

•The project will have a clear roadmap, and progress will be reported via the Catalyst community platforms:

•Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Number of NPOs onboarded, amount of funds processed through Cardano-based solutions, and feedback on operational improvements from NPOs.

•Public Reporting: Progress reports and workshop outcomes will be shared through Cardano Catalyst reports and public forums, ensuring transparency.

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

•By educating non-profits on how to use Cardano, this project provides immense value to both the blockchain ecosystem and the non-profit sector. For ₳75,000, the project will create a replicable, scalable educational framework that can be used globally by NPOs, significantly contributing to grassroots adoption and the long-term sustainability of the Cardano ecosystem.