I. General Information
| DAO name: | Filipino Artist DAO |
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| AstroDAO address: | filipino-artist-guild.sputnik-dao.near |
| Current balance: | Total: $43.28 |
| 32.45 NEAR | |
| 6.57 DAI | |
| 0.36 USDC | |
| Link to previous proposal: | [[Approved] Filipino Artist Guild Funding Proposal for July – August 2023]([Approved] Fiilipino artist Guild funding proposal for July - August 2023) |
II. Project Report
| Decentralization | • Council Member |
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| 1. SG | |
| 2. Mido | |
| 3. Runes | |
| 4. Quiapogi | |
| 5. Mary Razel | |
| 6. Sai | |
| • AstroDAO | |
| • Sputnik BOS | |
| Sustainable & DAO growth | Roadmap |
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| Internal community engagement | |
| Activities and Payment | Fund Allocation Report Sheet |
| Filipino Artist DAO | Merch Design Contest |
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| Project description: | As part of our preparation for PGDX (Philippine Game Dev Expo), we held a design contest for our merch that was given as a giveaway on the event proper. |
| Milestones | • We have collected merch design as the main goal of the event. |
| • Interaction with dapps(Near Social) | |
| • Merch serve it purpose, we onboarded around 349 wallets. | |
| Internal Interaction with NEAR dapps | Entry post on Near Social (Post by monosid.near | Near Social  |
| Activities are focused on artists’ support | • Artist who won the contest |
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| External world engagement | • During the onboarding event |
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| Filipino Artist DAO | Sticker Sheet Contest |
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| Project description | Another part of the preparation on PGDX we launch a Sticker Sheet Contest as part of our onboarding event |
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| Milestones | • We have collected Sticker Sheets |
| • Serve it purpose, we onboarded around 349 wallets | |
| Activities are focused on artists’ support | Artists who won the contest |
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| Filipino Artist Guild <> XOVOX Labs | in PGDX |
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| Project description: | The PGDX (Philippine Game Development Expo) is an exciting event for gaming development in the Philippines. Being part of such an event can indeed be a significant opportunity, especially in the context of web3, which refers to the next generation of the internet that incorporates blockchain technology, decentralized applications (DApps), and digital assets. |
| Attending PGDX can provide us with several benefits and opportunities in the web3 space. | |
| Milestones | • Onboarded 349 unique wallets using neardrop.io |
| • Onboarded approximately 150 people on telegram | |
| • Onboarded people from different indie game companies, developers, enthusiasts, designers, artists and CEO | |
| • Made partnership with different companies that could open opportunities and future collaborations leading the guild’s sustainability | |
| • We’ve also made our first partnership event with WACOM where we are able to onboard and introduce the Near ecosystem as well. | |
| Filipino Artist DAO x Wacom Philippines Partnership Announcement | |
| Activities are focused on artists’ support | Featured artist’s work on the event : elvatar02.near |
| • Have our artist join a paid participation in the Wacom booth held at the PC Express Market Market event | |
| External world engagement | • Proof of Creatives DAO and NEAR branding on projects   |
| Filipino Artist DAO | Reciprocity Rally |
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| Project description | The “Reciprocity Rally: Join Hands for Mutual Support and Growth!” event centered on the onboarding and verification of participants using the “I-am-human” process. This event aimed to: |
| • Onboard: The primary goal of the event was to facilitate the onboarding of individuals interested in blockchain-related activities, fostering their entry into the community. | |
| • Verify: A significant emphasis was placed on verifying participants using the “I-am-human” process to enhance security and trust within the event and the broader blockchain ecosystem. | |
| Milestones | To maximize outreach and engagement, the event was promoted across multiple social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. These channels were instrumental in reaching a wider and more diverse audience. Here are some of what we have achieved through the event: |
| • Diverse Promotion: Utilizing Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for event promotion resulted in a diverse participant pool, reflecting the success of the outreach efforts. | |
| • Strategic Partnerships: The event successfully formed partnerships with various blockchain communities, enriching the experience for participants and promoting cross-community collaboration. | |
| • Participant Turnout: The event attracted an impressive turnout, with over 100 participants actively engaging in onboarding and verification processes. | |
| Next Steps | • Sustainable Outreach: Leveraging social media platforms for promotion can be an ongoing strategy to maintain a continuous influx of interested individuals into the blockchain community. |
| • Strengthened Collaborations: The established partnerships with diverse blockchain communities hold promise for ongoing collaboration, knowledge sharing, and resource exchange. |
| Filipino Artist DAO | in Near APAC |
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| Project description | The Filipino Artist Guild participated in the Near APAC Showcase event with the primary objectives of showcasing our artists’ products, establishing meaningful connections within the Near Community, and exploring potential partnerships. This report provides a summary of our participation in the event, highlighting key achievements, connections made, and future prospects. |
| Milestones | • Product Showcase: The Filipino Artist Guild successfully presented art products, highlighting the talent and creativity of our artists. Our booth received positive feedback, attracting the attention of event attendees and generating interest in our offerings. |
| • Networking: Our team actively engaged with participants from the Near Community, including creators, and potential collaborators. This networking effort was instrumental in expanding our reach and fostering connections within the community. |
III. Summarize
| Filipino Artist DAO | Report Summary |
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| Highlights: | During PGDX, we were able to bring in 349 new users to Near. |
| • We made new connections at PGDX that will help our community grow. | |
| • We’ve undergone a significant change, and shall now be called as Filipino Artist DAO. | |
| Community engagement: | • Twitter: 1, 618 followers |
| • Telegram: 921 members | |
| • Instagram: 125 followers | |
| • Facebook:1, 722 followers | |
| • No. of events: 4 events: PGDX, Artist Workshop, and 2 art contest | |
| Learning: | Filipino Artist Guild is building a sustainable Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) to support and grow the Filipino art community within the Near ecosystem. We are doing this by: |
| • Participating in events in both the art and blockchain worlds to learn from experts, collaborate with others, and gain insights. | |
| • Using this knowledge to build a DAO that is well-informed and can withstand the challenges of the ever-changing landscape. | |
| • Continually refining and expanding our community-driven initiatives to create an environment that nurtures the growth and creativity of our members, and attracts others to the Near ecosystem. | |
| Our goal is to seamlessly integrate our artistic community into the broader blockchain ecosystem, fostering a mutually beneficial relationship. | |
| We are committed to our mission of sustainability and community development within the Near ecosystem.We believe that our ongoing participation in events, coupled with our continuous learning and growth, positions us to be a thriving DAO that benefits its members and contributes significantly to the broader adoption and success of Near’s blockchain ecosystem. | |
| Next steps: | The Filipino Artist Guild is still committed to hosting a free workshop and art contests for local artists. We are also working on partnering with different organizations, both inside and outside the Near ecosystem. |
| The Filipino Artist Guild is very dedicated to helping artists in our community. Our upcoming workshop and art contests will be great for artists to learn new skills and express their creativity. These events also show our support for local artists and help them on their creative journey. | |
| In addition to helping our community, we are also working on building relationships with other organizations. The Filipino Artist Guild wants to partner with organizations that share our vision and values, both inside and outside the Near ecosystem. These partnerships will give our members new opportunities, resources, and platforms to share their art with the world. | |
| As we continue with these initiatives and partnerships, we remain committed to helping Filipino artists grow and succeed, both in our community and around the world. We look forward to the positive impact these endeavors will have and are excited about the bright future that lies ahead for our artistic community. |