Grassroot Adoption of Cardano Through Local Chapter Events - Across 9 major cities in India

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Chinmay Joshi

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

Entity (Incorporated)

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

9

[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 propose creating local chapters that host educational and networking events to encourage community adoption of Cardano in 9 major cities of India

[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

YT videos

Event reports

[METADATA] Horizons

Education

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Our solution is to establish local Cardano chapters across India and other regions globally to engage developers and students with Cardano’s ecosystem. These chapters will host educational workshops, hackathons, and community meetups that focus on:

1. Educating participants about Cardano, blockchain technology, and decentralized finance.
2. Offering hands-on experience with Cardano tools and platforms.
3. Encouraging collaboration among community members to build projects on Cardano.
4. Promoting the Cardano ecosystem as a key player in blockchain through local leadership initiatives.

We aim to create a self-sustaining model where local leaders become Guild Mages, promoting growth and adoption by continuously engaging with their communities. The focus will be on fostering innovation and active participation through developer events, educational talks, and peer-to-peer mentorship.

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

This project will significantly contribute to the long-term growth of the Cardano ecosystem by:

1. Expanding the user base: By engaging local communities, especially students and developers, we will increase the number of active participants in the Cardano ecosystem.
2. Enhancing Cardano’s visibility: Regular local events will boost awareness and visibility of Cardano as a leading blockchain platform in these regions.
3. Encouraging innovation: These events will create opportunities for developers to build projects, experiment with decentralized applications (dApps), and explore Cardano’s tools, leading to innovative solutions built on the platform.
4. Strengthening community bonds: The creation of local chapters will help foster a sense of community and collaboration around Cardano, driving loyalty and long-term engagement.

[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 will be led by a team experienced in blockchain technology, community management, and event planning. The team has previously worked on similar initiatives and has connections with local developer and student communities.

To ensure transparency and accountability:

• We will provide regular updates on the progress of the chapters, including the number of events hosted, attendance, and outcomes (e.g., hackathon projects, partnerships formed).
• A dedicated community manager will oversee all chapter activities and ensure milestones are met.

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

Month 1: Establish partnerships with local student organizations and developer communities.

• Deliverables: Partnership agreements, list of chapter leaders.

Month 2-3: Launch the first round of events in key cities.

• Deliverables: At least 3 educational events in different cities, community feedback.

Month 4-5: Host developer hackathons and workshops focused on building with Cardano.

• Deliverables: Two hackathons, workshop recordings, and projects built during the hackathons.

Month 6: Final event and project closeout.

• Deliverables: Final community event, recorded closing presentation summarizing the outcomes and lessons learned.

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

Chinmay

Khusbu

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

Event costs (venue, refreshments, marketing materials): 35%

Development costs (hackathon resources, prizes, dApp building workshops): 25%

Operational costs (team salaries, travel, accommodation): 20%

Marketing and outreach (advertising the events, building awareness): 10%

Miscellaneous (unexpected expenses, contingencies): 10%

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

This project offers immense value for the Cardano ecosystem by:

1. Expanding Cardano’s developer base: By focusing on students and developers, we will foster long-term growth of skilled contributors who can build dApps and other blockchain solutions on Cardano.
2. Sustainable community building: The local chapters will be self-sustaining, ensuring that the impact of the project extends beyond the initial funding period.
3. Educational impact: By focusing on educating participants about Cardano and blockchain technology, the project will create a ripple effect, spreading knowledge and skills that further Cardano’s adoption.