# \[Closed\] NEAR Toronto - August 2023 $2,500 **URL:** \ **Category:** Marketing DAO\ **Tags:** marketing-dao\ **Created:** [July 25, 2023, 3:49pm UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508 "2023-07-25T15:49:16Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 14\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![SalShuttlesworth](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/salshuttlesworth/32/47067_2.png) [@SalShuttlesworth](https://gov.near.org/u/SalShuttlesworth)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2023, 3:49pm UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/1 "2023-07-25T15:49:16Z")
**[PROPOSAL] NEAR Toronto - August 2023** > Community Name: NEAR Toronto > AstroDAO: near-toronto.sputnik-dao.near > Funding Scheme : 1 month (August) > Previous Proposal: N/A > Previous Report: N/A **1. Community: NEAR Toronto Regional Community** > NEAR Toronto was started in June 2023 and is looking forward to August to continue building on the success of its initial launch event. NEAR Toronto aims to empower individuals and businesses in Toronto and beyond to explore, adopt, and thrive in the world of blockchain technology and beyond. **2. Social Media (Metrics #)** > [Twitter (233)](https://twitter.com/NEAR_Toronto) > [Instagram (1070)](https://www.instagram.com/near_toronto/) > [Telegram (334)](https://t.me/+lxfXsnD_XdI4YTZh) > Email: [NEARTorontoHub@gmail.com](mailto:NEARTorontoHub@gmail.com) > Website: [nearto.org](http://nearto.org) > [NEAR Social (3)](https://social.near.page/u/near-toronto-rc.near) **3. The TEAM: Current Voting Contributors:** > The current voting contributor team members are as follows: > > Sal C. > Core Lead > TG: SalShuttlesworth > > Alex A. > Core Team > TG: alex0x00 > > Shawn B > Core Team > TG: Benz\_Mint > > In a variety of capacities, other contributors for August could include but are not limited to: > > > **Other Contributors** > > > > Justin B. > > TG: JCB\_1985 > > Shawn B > > TG: Benz\_Mint > > Russ B. > > TG: russlive215 > > Ant M. > > TG: @antmarshall > > Gagan S. > > TG: @Gdsninja > > Andrew L. > > TG: @a\_liutiev > > Chloe L. > > TG: @chLoethede > > Blake B. > > TG: Blakeblizzy **4. Problem Statement:** > The Toronto blockchain ecosystem suffers from being underserved, disjointed, and spread-out, hindering its full potential for growth and innovation. **5. Problem** > To solve the above problem, the NEAR Toronto community will develop community growth initiatives, event planning, a quality social media presence, partnership development initiatives, and tools to onboard projects. **6. Tasks & Metrics** > **6a. Task: Community Development, Support, and Management** > Community Growth: Track the number of new members and contributors joining NEAR Toronto Community Channels > Budget: $500 USD > Quantifiable Goal: 4.5% Month Over Month Growth (Telegram) > Category: Onboarding, Education > > Each new member brought into the NEAR Toronto community through (“Community Development, Support, and Management”) is realized or potential NEAR user which has a direct impact on increasing active > > - of active Developers > - of active Users and Transactions > - of Tools on BOS > > **6b. Task: Community Event Planning, Development, and Coordination** > Event Participation: Measure the attendance and engagement levels at our in-person and virtual events. Events will include Onboarding, Education, and BOS elements > Budget: $1000 USD > Quantifiable Goal: (Individual Goal for Each Event - To Be Provided in Report) > Category: Onboarding, Education, BOS > > Each event organized by the NEAR Toronto community involves a prerequisite of a NEAR wallet to claim a ticket which directly contributes to increasing: > > - of active Developers > - of active Users and Transactions > > Events also build awareness which contribute to increasing: > > - of Tools on BOS > > **6c. Task: Social Media Planning, Content, & Coordination** > Social Media Growth: Monitor the growth of our social media channels and the reach of our content. > Budget: $500 USD > Quantifiable Goal: 4.5% Month Over Month Growth (Twitter/LinkedIn) > Category: Onboarding, Education, BOS > > Each new member brought into the NEAR Toronto social media channels increases their exposure to educational, support, awareness, news, and other communications that contributes to increasing the number of: > > - of active Developers > - of active Users and Transactions > - of Tools on BOS > > increasing the # of active Users and Transactions. > > **6d. Task: Partnership Outreach** > Partnership Development: Track the number and quality of partnerships (categorized into: Onboarding, Education, & BOS) formed with other projects and organizations. > Budget: $250 USD > Quantifiable Goal: 2 Quality Partnerships Developed Per Month in 2023 > Category: Onboarding, Education, BOS > > Each partner developed and brought into the NEAR Toronto community is encouraged and brought into the ecosystem due to interest or fit to build on NEAR (& BOS) which has a direct impact on > > - of active Developers > - of Tools on BOS > > And subsequently: > > - of active Users and Transactions > > Additionally, partners that are already building on NEAR are able to expand their reach to the non-NEAR users in the community and therefore directly impact the increase: > > - of active Users and Transactions > > **6e. Task: Project Onboarding Outreach & Development** > Project Onboarding: Create a landing page and introduce a project onboarding flow and track the number and quality of projects brought into the NEAR and NEAR Toronto ecosystem. Providing supportive materials/resources to help guide them towards learning to build (education) and building on BOS > Budget: $250 USD > > Project onboarding initiatives brought into the NEAR Toronto community are is directly related to the increase: > > - of active Developers > - of Tools on BOS > > And subsequently impact the increase: > > - of active Users and Transactions UPDATE Aug 1, 2023: Metrics and Budget updated as per @IgbozeIsrael. Total request altered to $2500 due to reflect funding limitations. Near Wallet ID: near-toronto.sputnik-dao.near Name: Sal Chaudhry Telegram handle: @salshuttlesworth Email: [neartorontohub@gmail.com](mailto:neartorontohub@gmail.com) ---
**Author:** ![IgbozeIsrael](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/igbozeisrael/32/40459_2.png) [@IgbozeIsrael](https://gov.near.org/u/IgbozeIsrael)\ **Post date:** [July 26, 2023, 11:20am UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/2 "2023-07-26T11:20:45Z")
Hello! I am glad your team is here already. Can you please separate your introductory post from your proposal for a new community? It is best at this time. Thanks, Thanks ---
**Author:** ![SalShuttlesworth](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/salshuttlesworth/32/47067_2.png) [@SalShuttlesworth](https://gov.near.org/u/SalShuttlesworth)\ **Post date:** [July 26, 2023, 3:57pm UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/3 "2023-07-26T15:57:01Z")
Thanks for the feedback! @IgbozeIsrael The post has been simplified and now excludes the majority of info that can be found on the introductory post. For those interested the intro post can be found [here](http://gov.near.org/t/introduction-creation-of-near-toronto-regional-community/34857). ---
**Author:** ![kristel-socialmedia](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/kristel-socialmedia/32/47080_2.png) [@kristel-socialmedia](https://gov.near.org/u/kristel-socialmedia)\ **Post date:** [July 26, 2023, 8:09pm UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/4 "2023-07-26T20:09:43Z")
Hey team! Feel free to connect at anytime, I’m also in Toronto 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![IgbozeIsrael](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/igbozeisrael/32/40459_2.png) [@IgbozeIsrael](https://gov.near.org/u/IgbozeIsrael)\ **Post date:** [July 27, 2023, 6:56am UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/5 "2023-07-27T06:56:14Z")
> [@SalShuttlesworth](#): > > **2. Social Media (Metrics #)** > > > [Twitter (233)](https://twitter.com/NEAR_Toronto) > > [Instagram (1070)](https://www.instagram.com/near_toronto/) > > [Telegram (334)](https://t.me/+lxfXsnD_XdI4YTZh) > > Email: [NEARTorontoHub@gmail.com](mailto:NEARTorontoHub@gmail.com) > > Website: [nearto.org](http://nearto.org) > > **3. The TEAM: Current Voting Contributors:** Could you add your near social handle please? Seems you missed it ---
**Author:** ![SalShuttlesworth](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/salshuttlesworth/32/47067_2.png) [@SalShuttlesworth](https://gov.near.org/u/SalShuttlesworth)\ **Post date:** [July 28, 2023, 4:44am UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/6 "2023-07-28T04:44:35Z")
> [@IgbozeIsrael](#): > > > [@SalShuttlesworth](#): > > > > **2. Social Media (Metrics #)** > > > > > [Twitter (233)](https://twitter.com/NEAR_Toronto) > > > [Instagram (1070)](https://www.instagram.com/near_toronto/) > > > [Telegram (334)](https://t.me/+lxfXsnD_XdI4YTZh) > > > Email: [NEARTorontoHub@gmail.com](mailto:NEARTorontoHub@gmail.com) > > > Website: [nearto.org](http://nearto.org) > > Could you add your near social handle please? Seems you missed it Thank you @IgbozeIsrael NEAR Social account/link has been added. ---
**Author:** ![SalShuttlesworth](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/salshuttlesworth/32/47067_2.png) [@SalShuttlesworth](https://gov.near.org/u/SalShuttlesworth)\ **Post date:** [July 28, 2023, 4:54am UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/7 "2023-07-28T04:54:56Z")
> [@kristel-socialmedia](#): > > Hey team! Feel free to connect at anytime, I’m also in Toronto 🙂 Hey Kristel 👋 It’s always great to meet other Torontonians in the ecosystem! We really had no idea there were so many of us until recently. Let’s sync up when you get the chance - feel free to reach out to me at [neartorontohub@gmail.com](mailto:neartorontohub@gmail.com) or on telegram: salshuttlesworth. ---
**Author:** ![IgbozeIsrael](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/igbozeisrael/32/40459_2.png) [@IgbozeIsrael](https://gov.near.org/u/IgbozeIsrael)\ **Post date:** [July 29, 2023, 9:52pm UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/8 "2023-07-29T21:52:07Z")
Hello! Your team is doing great. However, given the limitation we have in budget, could you reduce your budget please. Thanks. ---
**Author:** ![IgbozeIsrael](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/igbozeisrael/32/40459_2.png) [@IgbozeIsrael](https://gov.near.org/u/IgbozeIsrael)\ **Post date:** [August 1, 2023, 11:47am UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/9 "2023-08-01T11:47:24Z")
After consideration from all admins, and MDAO guidance, moving to approve $2,500 due to our limited funding for August. Wait for an update concerning funding. Thanks to [@marketingdao-council](https://gov.near.org/groups/marketingdao-council) for your support. ---
**Author:** ![SalShuttlesworth](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/salshuttlesworth/32/47067_2.png) [@SalShuttlesworth](https://gov.near.org/u/SalShuttlesworth)\ **Post date:** [August 1, 2023, 4:53pm UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/10 "2023-08-01T16:53:18Z")
Proposal updated to reflect the change as well. Thank you MDAO for your support and thank you RCDAO for facilitating. ---
**Author:** ![Dacha](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/dacha/32/54228_2.png) [@Dacha](https://gov.near.org/u/Dacha)\ **Post date:** [August 1, 2023, 6:57pm UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/11 "2023-08-01T18:57:06Z")
Hello! @SalShuttlesworth , your application was approved by RCDAO (part of the Marketing (Ecosystem) DAO constellation). The proposal will be included in the following request to NDC Trust @TrustNDC (~ on August 15th). Expected payment time ~ August 16th-August 31st. Some additional requirements may apply. Please join NDC Marketing HUB [Telegram: Contact @ndc\_marketing](https://t.me/ndc_marketing) ---
**Author:** ![Dacha](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/dacha/32/54228_2.png) [@Dacha](https://gov.near.org/u/Dacha)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2023, 8:16pm UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/12 "2023-08-11T20:16:51Z")
Hello @SalShuttlesworth . Unfortunately, RCDAO couldn’t find support at Near Foundation because the current approach is still discussing with the Foundation. Due to the specific limits and KPIs for August and September, NDC Trust cannot support this proposal. You can re-apply with focus ONLY on increasing: - of active Developers - of active Users and Transactions - of Tools on BOS Marketing DAO councils and advisors will review it and approve/reject and send request to NDC trust. Please join our chat: [Telegram: Contact @ndc\_marketing](https://t.me/ndc_marketing) Thank you! ---
**Author:** ![SalShuttlesworth](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/salshuttlesworth/32/47067_2.png) [@SalShuttlesworth](https://gov.near.org/u/SalShuttlesworth)\ **Post date:** [August 14, 2023, 1:14pm UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/13 "2023-08-14T13:14:04Z")
Hi @Dacha , I hope this message finds you well… I believe this may reply may have been sent in error as the application was approved with notification by you two weeks ago. If this message was not sent in error - we’d like to request that you kindly reconsider as all of the above initiatives in proposal are related to growing the number of active users and transactions on NEAR. > Blockquote > **6a. Task: Community Development, Support, and Management** > Community Growth: Track the number of new members and contributors joining NEAR Toronto Community Channels > Budget: $500 USD > Quantifiable Goal: 4.5% Month Over Month Growth (Telegram) > Category: Onboarding, Education Each new member brought into the NEAR Toronto community through (“Community Development, Support, and Management”) is realized or potential NEAR user which has a direct impact on increasing active - of active Developers - of active Users and Transactions - of Tools on BOS > Blockquote > **6b. Task: Community Event Planning, Development, and Coordination** > Event Participation: Measure the attendance and engagement levels at our in-person and virtual events. Events will include Onboarding, Education, and BOS elements > Budget: $1000 USD > Quantifiable Goal: (Individual Goal for Each Event - To Be Provided in Report) > Category: Onboarding, Education, BOS Each event organized by the NEAR Toronto community involves a prerequisite of a NEAR wallet to claim a ticket which directly contributes to increasing: - of active Developers - of active Users and Transactions Events also build awareness which contribute to increasing: - of Tools on BOS > Blockquote > **6c. Task: Social Media Planning, Content, & Coordination** > Social Media Growth: Monitor the growth of our social media channels and the reach of our content. > Budget: $500 USD > Quantifiable Goal: 4.5% Month Over Month Growth (Twitter/LinkedIn) > Category: Onboarding, Education, BOS Each new member brought into the NEAR Toronto social media channels increases their exposure to educational, support, awareness, news, and other communications that contributes to increasing the number of: - of active Developers - of active Users and Transactions - of Tools on BOS increasing the # of active Users and Transactions. > Blockquote > **6d. Task: Partnership Outreach** > Partnership Development: Track the number and quality of partnerships (categorized into: Onboarding, Education, & BOS) formed with other projects and organizations. > Budget: $250 USD > Quantifiable Goal: 2 Quality Partnerships Developed Per Month in 2023 > Category: Onboarding, Education, BOS Each partner developed and brought into the NEAR Toronto community is encouraged and brought into the ecosystem due to interest or fit to build on NEAR (& BOS) which has a direct impact on - of active Developers - of Tools on BOS And subsequently: - of active Users and Transactions Additionally, partners that are already building on NEAR are able to expand their reach to the non-NEAR users in the community and therefore directly impact the increase: - of active Users and Transactions > Blockquote > **6e. Task: Project Onboarding Outreach & Development** > Project Onboarding: Create a landing page and introduce a project onboarding flow and track the number and quality of projects brought into the NEAR and NEAR Toronto ecosystem. Providing supportive materials/resources to help guide them towards learning to build (education) and building on BOS > Budget: $250 USD Project onboarding initiatives brought into the NEAR Toronto community are is directly related to the increase: - of active Developers - of Tools on BOS And subsequently impact the increase: - of active Users and Transactions I hope this helps clarify and alleviate any concerns regarding this approved proposal and how it directly supports every focus outlined. The initial proposal has been updated to include this. ---
**Author:** ![Dacha](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/gov.near.org/dacha/32/54228_2.png) [@Dacha](https://gov.near.org/u/Dacha)\ **Post date:** [August 16, 2023, 12:41am UTC](https://gov.near.org/t/closed-near-toronto-august-2023-2-500/35508/14 "2023-08-16T00:41:25Z")
> [@SalShuttlesworth](#): > > I hope this helps clarify and alleviate any concerns regarding this approved proposal and how it directly supports every focus outlined. Good evening! We also got “the last minute” key KPI for August from NDC, focusing on the upcoming Elections in NDC. We all need to get at least 500 people to participate so that the Grassroots DAOs continue receiving funding. Please re-apply on September 1st. Thank you!