Catalyst Real Reuse

[Proposal setup] Proposal title

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Catalyst Real Reuse

[Proposal Summary] Budget Information

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100000

[Proposal Summary] Time

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9

[Proposal Summary] Translation Information

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Yes

Original Language

es

[Proposal Summary] Problem Statement

What is the problem you want to solve?

Many Catalyst-funded projects, like CIP-68, lack real-world use. NGOs face high fees and low transparency in centralized donation platforms

[Proposal Summary] Supporting Documentation

Supporting links

• https://github.com/cardano2vn/cip68generator
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• https://projectcatalyst.io/funds/12/cardano-use-cases-concept/open-source-dynamic-assets-tokennft-generator-cip68
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• https://www.veridian.id/
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• https://github.com/orgs/democracyonchain/repositories

[Proposal Summary] Project Dependencies

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

No

Describe any dependencies or write 'No dependencies'

No dependencies

[Proposal Summary] Project Open Source

Will your project's outputs be fully open source?

Yes

License and Additional Information

MIT

[Theme Selection] Theme

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Marketplace

[Campaign Category] Category Questions

Describe what makes your idea innovative compared to what has been previously funded (whether by you or others).

• Target: NGOs (focus on Amazonía, Ecuador, and global: Spain, Japan, Mexico, Ethiopia) and Cardano community donors.
• How: Outreach via Soraya Ponce’s NGO network, workshops, and marketing on Cardano forums, Discord, and social media.
• Why for Cardano: Drives ADA transactions, promotes Veridian adoption, and showcases real-world use of Catalyst tools (CIP-68), attracting new users and strengthening the ecosystem.

Describe what your prototype or MVP will demonstrate, and where it can be accessed.

• Fork CIP-68, integrate Veridian, design UI.
• Develop smart contracts, pilot with 5 NGOs.
• Conduct workshops for NGOs (by Soraya Ponce).
• Register and verify 5 NGOs with Veridian.
• Publish technical documentation, share 4 quarterly reports.
• Produce final report and video. (287 characters)

Describe realistic measures of success, ideally with on-chain metrics.

• 5 NGOs registered, authenticated with Veridian.
• 200 users (NGOs/donors) using Cardano wallets.
• 90% satisfaction in NGO workshops.
• Technical documentation and 4 reports on Cardano forums.
• Final report and video showcasing impact. (231 characters)

[Your Project and Solution] Solution

Please describe your proposed solution and how it addresses the problem

Catalyst Real Reuse builds a Cardano-based marketplace that repurposes the CIP-68 NFT generator (Fund 12, open source, Apache 2.0, https://github.com/cardano2vn/cip68generator)) to enable NGOs to digitize children’s drawings as dynamic NFTs, with anonymous metadata (stories) managed via Veridian (https://www.veridian.id/)) for secure NGO verification. NGOs authenticate using Veridian’s KERI credentials, ensuring privacy and platform security. Donors pay in ADA, driving transactions, with a low 1-2% commission per transaction ensuring platform sustainability beyond initial funding. In collaboration with C2VN/Block Alpha, we optimize CIP-68 integration.

How it addresses the problem: Reuses CIP-68 for a practical social application, maximizing Catalyst funds’ value. Offers NGOs a decentralized, low-cost (1-2% fees), secure, and transparent donation model.

Uniqueness: Unlike crowdfunding platforms, it uses NFTs as collectibles with social impact, leveraging Cardano’s blockchain for traceability and Veridian for secure NGO verification.

Who benefits: NGOs (especially in Amazonía), children, donors, and Cardano (via adoption).

Why for Cardano: Increases ADA usage, promotes Veridian, and showcases Catalyst’s real-world impact.

Proof of impact: 5 NGOs verified, 200 users, 90% workshop satisfaction, technical documentation, and reports.

[Your Project and Solution] Impact

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

Positive Impact on Cardano Community (max 10,000 characters):

Catalyst Real Reuse delivers value to Cardano by:

Maximizing Catalyst Funds: Reuses CIP-68 (Fund 12, ₳87,610) for a social use case, demonstrating efficiency and real-world utility.

Driving Adoption: Engages NGOs and donors, especially in Latam/Amazonía, increasing ADA transactions.

Increasing Transactions: NFT creation and sales boost blockchain activity.

Social Impact: Empowers NGOs and children, aligning with Cardano’s mission of positive change.

Ecosystem Growth: Collaboration with C2VN/Block Alpha strengthens community ties.

Sustainability: A 1-2% commission on transactions ensures long-term platform viability.

Measurement:

Quantitative: 5 NGOs verified, 200 users, 90% workshop satisfaction.

Qualitative: Feedback from NGOs/donors, expert reviews of the marketplace.

Sharing Outputs:

Publish technical documentation on GitHub (Apache 2.0).

Share 4 quarterly reports on Cardano forums.

Produce final report and video (3-5 min) for community events, Discord, and social media.

Present at Cardano Summits and Latam-focused events (e.g., Ecuador).

[Your Project and Solution] Capabilities & 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?

Technical Team: Experienced blockchain developers with prior Catalyst-funded projects and Plutus Pioneer certification. The team has delivered production-ready smart contracts, open-source tools, and maintains high-quality documentation.

NGO Collaboration: We have signed agreements with multiple Ecuadorian NGOs, ensuring real-world adoption from day one. Soraya Ponce, with over 5 years in NGO management and community engagement, leverages her strong network in the Amazon region to coordinate pilots and workshops.

Quality & Transparency: All code will be open-sourced, with detailed documentation to enable replication. Progress will be tracked through public GitHub commits, monthly budget updates, and quarterly community reports.

Feasibility Validation: The project reuses the proven CIP-68 standard and integrates with Veridian for NGO verification. A pilot with 5 NGOs will validate usability and adoption, supported by Blockfrost for scalable infrastructure.

[Milestones] Project Milestones

Milestone Title

Initial Setup and Design

Milestone Outputs

• Fork of CIP-68 created in a public GitHub repository with initial commits.
• Integration plan with Veridian documented and shared with the team.
• First mockups and wireframes of the platform delivered for review.
• Confirmation of collaboration with C2VN/Block Alpha for CIP-68 support.

Acceptance Criteria

• Public repository accessible with verifiable commits.
• Integration plan formally validated by the technical team.
• Wireframes approved by internal review.
• Written confirmation of technical collaboration available.

Evidence of Completion

• Link to GitHub repository with initial commits.
• PDF file of mockups/wireframes uploaded to GitHub.
• Screenshot or PDF copy of confirmation from C2VN/Block Alpha.

Delivery Month

2

Cost

27000

Progress

20 %

Milestone Title

Development

Milestone Outputs

• Smart contracts for the NFT marketplace developed.
• First functional integration with Veridian for NGO registration.
• NFT minting tested with child drawings provided by NGOs.
• Initial pilot with 5 NGOs executed and feedback collected.

Acceptance Criteria

• Smart contracts must be deployed to Cardano testnet and confirmed functional.
• Five NGOs must be successfully registered and verified through Veridian.
• NFTs must be minted using NGO-provided content.
• A pilot feedback session must be conducted and documented.

Evidence of Completion

• Testnet transaction IDs confirming deployment.
• Testnet transaction IDs confirming deployment.
• Veridian verification records for the 5 NGOs.
• Screenshots and metadata of minted NFTs.
• Pilot report including NGO feedback uploaded to GitHub.

Delivery Month

6

Cost

35000

Progress

60 %

Milestone Title

Testing and Training

Milestone Outputs

• The testnet platform tested continuously for stability and scalability.
• Training workshops with 5 NGOs conducted, including onboarding.
• Outreach campaign initiated with at least 3 posts on Cardano community channels.

Acceptance Criteria

• Platform must remain operational for 30 days without major failures.
• NGOs must complete training and confirm satisfaction via surveys.
• Outreach posts must be visible in community forums or Discord.

Evidence of Completion

• A testnet demo URL showing the marketplace in Public link to testnet demo environment.
• Compiled survey results published in GitHub.
• Screenshots or URLs of outreach posts shared publicly.
• Workshop agendas and attendance lists provided.

Delivery Month

8

Cost

20000

Progress

90 %

Milestone Title

Mainnet Launch

Milestone Outputs

• Marketplace deployed and operational on Cardano mainnet.
• All 5 NGOs registered and verified in the production environment.
• At least 200 active users onboarded, including donors and NGO staff.
• Final technical documentation produced and shared openly.

Acceptance Criteria

• Public URL of the platform accessible and functional on mainnet.
• NGO verification records available in Veridian.
• System metrics confirming 200 active users.
• Documentation reviewed by the team and published openly.

Evidence of Completion

• Mainnet transaction IDs proving smart contract deployment.
• Veridian NGO verification screenshots and logs.
• Metrics report showing 200 user accounts.
• GitHub link to full technical documentation

Delivery Month

8

Cost

10000

Milestone Title

Final Report and Video

Milestone Outputs

• A final project report detailing results, impact, and lessons learned.
• A 3–5 minute video summarizing platform operation and NGO use cases.
• Four quarterly reports published on Cardano Catalyst forums.n

Acceptance Criteria

• The final report must include detailed metrics, adoption rates, and financial tracking.
• The video must be available online and demonstrate real NGO involvement.
• All four quarterly reports must be posted publicly in community channels.

Evidence of Completion

• PDF of final report available in GitHub repository.
• Public video link uploaded to YouTube or Vimeo.
• Links to quarterly reports in Cardano forums.
• Screenshots of community discussions confirming visibility.

Delivery Month

9

Cost

8000

Progress

100 %

[Final Pitch] Budget & Costs

Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Phase: Analysis & Design

• Management & Business Analysis: 80 hr × ₳50/hr = ₳4,000
• Solution Architecture: 60 hr × ₳55/hr = ₳3,300
• UX/UI Research & Wireframes: 100 hr × ₳35/hr = ₳3,500

Phase: Proof of Concept (Testnet)

• Backend Development (2): 200 hr × ₳50/hr = ₳10,000
• Frontend Development (2): 200 hr × ₳45/hr = ₳9,000
• Blockchain Engineering (CIP-68 adaptation): 80 hr × ₳80/hr = ₳6,400
• DevOps & CI/CD: 60 hr × ₳60/hr = ₳3,600
• UX/UI High-fidelity & Assets: 80 hr × ₳35/hr = ₳2,800

Phase: Integration & Pilot (CIP-68 + Veridian)

• Backend Integration & APIs: 120 hr × ₳50/hr = ₳6,000
• Frontend Integration: 100 hr × ₳45/hr = ₳4,500
• Veridian Integration Support: 60 hr × ₳70/hr = ₳4,200
• Data Privacy & Compliance Workflows: 60 hr × ₳55/hr = ₳3,300
• NGO Training & Onboarding (5 NGOs): 100 hr × ₳40/hr = ₳4,000

Phase: Mainnet Launch & Documentation

• Mainnet Deployment & Observability: 50 hr × ₳60/hr = ₳3,000
• Final Bugfix Dev (BE/FE): 60 hr × ₳50/hr = ₳3,000
• Technical Documentation & Tutorials: 40 hr × ₳40/hr = ₳1,600

Infrastructure & Ops

• Cloud/Storage, Blockfrost/API, Domains/SSL, Monitoring: Lump sum = ₳7,000

Security Evaluation

• Smart-Contract External Review (Aiken/Plutus): 60 hr × ₳75/hr = ₳4,500
• App/API Security Testing & Threat Modeling: 80 hr × ₳65/hr = ₳5,200
• Community Bug-Bounty (testnet): Lump sum = ₳300

Administrative & Contingency

• Accounting & Legal (ToS/Privacy/OS license): 60 hr × ₳40/hr = ₳2,400
• Admin & Compliance Ops: 50 hr × ₳40/hr = ₳2,000
• Comms & Reporting (quarterly + final): 50 hr × ₳40/hr = ₳2,000
• Contingency (volatilidad ADA / imprevistos): Lump sum = ₳4,400

Total general: ₳100,000

[Final Pitch] Value for Money

How does the cost of the project represent value for the Cardano ecosystem?

Justification: The budget aligns with average salaries in Latin America (USD 20–55/hour according to 2025 market data), ensuring a responsible use of funds. In addition, reusing CIP-68 and integrating Veridian significantly reduces development costs.

Value for Cardano: The project drives ADA usage in global donations, promotes the adoption of verifiable credentials on the network, and demonstrates a real-world Catalyst use case with tangible social impact (NGOs, donors, communities).

Efficiency - Sustainability: Collaboration with C2VN/Block Alpha and open-source documentation ensure transparency and scalability. A low commission model (1–2%) will allow the platform to remain sustainable and grow beyond the initial funding.

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