diff --git a/CCG26-Sponsor-One-Pager.md b/CCG26-Sponsor-One-Pager.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..fe44dc4 --- /dev/null +++ b/CCG26-Sponsor-One-Pager.md @@ -0,0 +1,88 @@ +# CRYPTO COMMONS GATHERING 2026 +## Sponsorship One-Pager + +--- + +**AUGUST 16-22, 2026 | AUSTRIAN ALPS | 6TH EDITION** + +--- + +### THE GATHERING + +A week-long unconference where **100+ builders, researchers, and activists** working at the intersection of crypto, regenerative finance, and commons come together in the Austrian Alps. + +**6 years** of bringing together the people building post-capitalist economic infrastructure. + +--- + +### THE IMPACT + +**Movements Born at CCG:** +- #CoFi (Cooperative Finance) +- #MycoFi (Mycelial Finance) + +**15+ projects** incubated across editions + +**500+ active** community members + +--- + +### THE AUDIENCE + +| Who They Are | What They Build | +|--------------|-----------------| +| ReFi Protocol Teams | Regenerative finance infrastructure | +| Governance Researchers | DAO tooling & cooperative models | +| Academic Researchers | Policy papers & theoretical frameworks | +| Game Designers & Artists | Solarpunk worlds & economic simulations | +| Cooperative Founders | Real-world commons experiments | + +**60% Europe | 20% N. America | 20% Global** + +--- + +### SPONSORSHIP TIERS + +| Tier | Investment | What You Get | +|------|------------|--------------| +| **MYCELIUM** | €10,000 | 4 passes, keynote slot, prime logo placement, private dinner | +| **SPORE** | €5,000 | 2 passes, workshop slot, logo on materials | +| **SYMBIONT** | €2,500 | 1 pass, logo placement | +| **FRIEND** | €1,000 | Listed supporter, discounted pass | + +**Also Available:** Track sponsorship, meal sponsorship, travel grants, in-kind partnerships + +--- + +### WHY CCG? + +**Not a conference—a convivium.** No expo booths. No keynote theater. Real relationships formed over a week of co-living, co-creating, and collective imagination. + +**Values-aligned partners only.** We work with organizations building regenerative, cooperative futures—not just looking for logo placement. + +**Complete transparency.** Full budget published. No organizer profits. Commons principles throughout. + +--- + +### QUICK FACTS + +- **Location:** Commons Hub, Reichenau an der Rax, Austria +- **Format:** Unconference (participant-driven agenda) +- **Duration:** 7 days +- **Ticket Price:** €80-150 (excluding accommodation/food) +- **Capacity:** 100+ participants +- **Return Rate:** ~40% of attendees come back + +--- + +### CONTACT + +**Email:** contact@cryptocommonsgather.ing + +**Web:** cryptocommonsgather.ing + +**Full Package:** CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.md + +--- + +*Join us in the Austrian Alps to support the people building what comes after.* diff --git a/CCG26-Sponsor-Outreach-Template.md b/CCG26-Sponsor-Outreach-Template.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..6408be8 --- /dev/null +++ b/CCG26-Sponsor-Outreach-Template.md @@ -0,0 +1,186 @@ +# CCG 2026 Sponsor Outreach Email Templates + +--- + +## Template 1: Cold Outreach (ReFi/Web3 Projects) + +**Subject:** Partnership opportunity: Crypto Commons Gathering 2026 + +Hi [Name], + +I'm reaching out from the Crypto Commons Gathering—a week-long unconference in the Austrian Alps where builders working on regenerative finance, cooperative economics, and commons-based infrastructure come together. + +CCG is entering its **6th edition** this August, and movements like #CoFi and #MycoFi were born from connections made at previous gatherings. + +I noticed [Organization]'s work on [specific project/initiative], and I think there's strong alignment with our community. We're looking for partners who share our vision of what post-capitalist economic infrastructure could look like. + +**Quick facts:** +- 100+ participants from 20+ countries +- ReFi builders, DAO governance researchers, cooperative founders +- August 16-22, 2026 in the Austrian Alps + +Would you be open to a brief call to explore partnership possibilities? We have sponsorship tiers from €1,000-€10,000, plus in-kind options. + +Happy to share our full sponsorship package if helpful. + +Best, +[Your name] +Crypto Commons Association + +--- + +## Template 2: Warm Introduction (Mutual Connection) + +**Subject:** CCG 2026 sponsorship—[Mutual Contact] suggested I reach out + +Hi [Name], + +[Mutual Contact] mentioned you might be interested in the Crypto Commons Gathering—our annual unconference at the intersection of crypto, regenerative finance, and commons building. + +We're preparing for our 6th edition this August (16-22) in the Austrian Alps, and we're seeking partners aligned with our mission. + +**What makes CCG different:** +- Not a conference—a week-long co-living/co-creating experience +- No keynote theater—fully participant-driven agenda +- Deep relationships, not superficial networking +- Community has spawned #CoFi and #MycoFi movements + +Given [Organization]'s work on [specific area], I think there could be strong synergies. + +Our sponsorship tiers range from €1,000 to €10,000, and we're also open to creative partnerships (track sponsorships, travel grants, in-kind contributions). + +Worth a 15-minute call to explore? + +Best, +[Your name] + +--- + +## Template 3: Follow-up After Sending Package + +**Subject:** Following up on CCG 2026 sponsorship + +Hi [Name], + +Just wanted to follow up on the sponsorship package I sent over for Crypto Commons Gathering 2026. + +I know these decisions take time—happy to jump on a quick call if you have questions, or if it's helpful to discuss what kind of partnership might fit [Organization]'s goals. + +A few things that might be relevant: + +- **Audience:** 100+ builders/researchers in ReFi, DAOs, cooperative economics +- **Format:** Week-long retreat (August 16-22, Austrian Alps)—deep relationships, not drive-by networking +- **Flexibility:** We're open to creative partnerships beyond standard tiers + +No pressure either way—just wanted to make sure you had everything you needed. + +Best, +[Your name] + +--- + +## Template 4: Reaching Out to Previous Supporters/Partners + +**Subject:** CCG 2026—continuing our partnership? + +Hi [Name], + +I hope this message finds you well. As we prepare for the 6th edition of Crypto Commons Gathering (August 16-22, 2026), I wanted to reach out about continuing our collaboration. + +Last year's gathering was incredible—[mention specific outcome if known]—and we're building on that momentum. + +**What's new for 2026:** +- Commons Hub expanding with ecovillage plans +- Crypto Commons Association transitioning to cooperative model +- Growing interest from [relevant area] communities + +We'd love to have [Organization] as a partner again. Given your previous support, I'd be happy to discuss returning sponsor benefits or explore new partnership structures that fit your current priorities. + +Would you have time for a brief call in the next few weeks? + +Warm regards, +[Your name] + +--- + +## Template 5: Ecosystem/Grant Programs + +**Subject:** Funding opportunity: Crypto Commons Gathering 2026 + +Dear [Grants Team/Name], + +I'm writing on behalf of the Crypto Commons Association regarding potential funding for Crypto Commons Gathering 2026. + +**About CCG:** +CCG is a week-long unconference (August 16-22, Austrian Alps) that has run annually since 2020. It brings together 100+ builders, researchers, and activists working on regenerative finance, cooperative economics, and commons-based infrastructure. Movements like #CoFi (Cooperative Finance) and #MycoFi (Mycelial Finance) emerged from CCG. + +**Funding Request:** +We're seeking sponsorship/grant support in the range of [€1,000-€10,000] to support: +- Accessibility grants for participants from underrepresented regions +- Event infrastructure and documentation +- Community coordination and outreach + +**Alignment with [Foundation/Program]:** +[Customize based on their focus—e.g., "Your focus on regenerative finance ecosystems aligns directly with CCG's mission..."] + +**Deliverables:** +We commit to full financial transparency (publicly published budgets), recognition appropriate to the contribution level, and a post-event impact report. + +I've attached our full sponsorship package and would welcome the opportunity to discuss this further. + +Best regards, +[Your name] +Crypto Commons Association +contact@cryptocommonsgather.ing + +--- + +## Quick Reference: Customization Points + +When personalizing these templates, research and include: + +1. **Their specific project/initiative** that aligns with CCG themes +2. **A mutual connection** if one exists +3. **Something they've published/spoken about** related to ReFi, commons, cooperatives +4. **Their grant focus areas** if applying to a program +5. **Previous CCG connection** if any (attended, supported, knows someone who has) + +--- + +## Potential Sponsor Categories + +### ReFi Protocols & Projects +- Regen Network +- Gitcoin +- Giveth +- EthicHub +- Celo Foundation +- KlimaDAO + +### DAO Infrastructure +- Aragon +- Colony +- DAOhaus +- Snapshot +- Tally + +### Web3 Ecosystem Funds +- Ethereum Foundation +- Protocol Labs +- Optimism Collective +- Arbitrum Foundation + +### Cooperative & Commons Organizations +- Platform Cooperativism Consortium +- P2P Foundation +- Enspiral + +### Academic Institutions +- Token Engineering Commons +- BlockScience +- Research universities with blockchain programs + +### Impact/Regenerative Investors +- RSF Social Finance +- Zebras Unite +- Purpose Foundation diff --git a/CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.html b/CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.html new file mode 100644 index 0000000..5c7ba94 --- /dev/null +++ b/CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.html @@ -0,0 +1,575 @@ + + + + + + CCG 2026 Sponsorship Package + + + + +
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Crypto Commons
Gathering 2026

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Sponsorship Package

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"A recurring temporary refuge from late-capitalism"

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August 16-22, 2026

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Commons Hub, Austrian Alps

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6th Annual Edition

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Executive Summary

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The Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG) is an annual week-long retreat where genuine desire for postcapitalist change meets blockchain innovation, commons building, and radical imagination.

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Now in its 6th edition, CCG has established itself as the premier gathering for builders, researchers, and activists working at the intersection of crypto, regenerative finance, and cooperative economics.

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DatesAugust 16-22, 2026
LocationCommons Hub, Reichenau an der Rax, Austrian Alps
FormatWeek-long unconference retreat
OrganizersCrypto Commons Association & Commons Hub
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Movements Born at CCG

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Why Sponsor CCG 2026?

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1. Reach Influential Builders & Thought Leaders

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CCG attracts a unique, highly engaged audience:

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2. Values-Aligned Audience

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CCG attendees aren't casual observers—they're committed builders who:

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3. Six Years of Trust & Credibility

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Audience Profile

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Who Attends CCG?

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Segment%Description
Builders & Developers35%Protocol engineers, smart contract devs, infrastructure builders
Researchers & Academics25%PhD students, professors, think tank members
Artists & Designers15%Game designers, solarpunk creators, UX/UI specialists
Activists & Organizers15%Cooperative founders, community organizers, policy advocates
Investors & Funders10%Impact investors, grant makers, ecosystem funders
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Europe60%
North America20%
Global South15%
Asia-Pacific5%
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Sponsorship Tiers

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MYCELIUM PARTNER

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€10,000
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Become part of the CCG ecosystem

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Recognition & Visibility

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Engagement

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SPORE PARTNER

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€5,000
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Plant seeds for regenerative futures

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SYMBIONT SUPPORTER

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€2,500
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Support commons-building infrastructure

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FRIEND OF THE COMMONS

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€1,000
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Show solidarity with the movement

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Alternative Partnership Opportunities

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Beyond financial sponsorship, we welcome in-kind contributions and creative partnerships:

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Track Sponsorship | Custom

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Sponsor a specific theme track (e.g., "Regenerative Finance Day") with naming rights and session curation involvement.

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Accommodation Sponsorship | ~€3,000-5,000

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Cover accommodation costs for participants who need financial support, enabling broader access.

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Meal Sponsorship | ~€2,000-4,000

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Sponsor catered meals for a day or the entire event—your name becomes synonymous with nourishment and community care.

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Documentation Sponsorship | ~€1,500

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Support professional documentation (photography, videography, written summaries) with credit and content rights.

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Travel Grants | Custom

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Fund travel scholarships for participants from underrepresented regions or backgrounds.

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Technology Partnership | In-Kind

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Provide tools, platforms, or infrastructure (livestreaming, collaboration tools, etc.) in exchange for recognition.

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Impact Metrics

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Editions held5 (2020-2025)
Total attendees (all editions)400+
Countries represented25+
Projects incubated/catalyzed15+
Active community members500+
Movements spawned#CoFi, #MycoFi
Return attendee rate~40%
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What Makes CCG Different?

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It's Not a Conference—It's a Convivium

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Unlike traditional crypto events with keynote speakers and expo floors, CCG is:

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Attendees Contribute, Not Just Consume

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Everyone who attends CCG joins a Commons Crew:

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This creates a fundamentally different relationship between participants and the event—one of mutual care and shared responsibility.

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Testimonials

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+ "CCG is where I found my people—the ones who actually believe another world is possible and are building it together." + — Returning participant, 2024 +
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+ "The ideas I encountered at CCG completely changed how I think about protocol design. It's like nothing else in the crypto space." + — ReFi builder, 2023 +
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Contact & Next Steps

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We'd love to discuss how a partnership could work for your organization.

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Primary Contact

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Email: contact@cryptocommonsgather.ing

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Event Website

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https://cryptocommonsgather.ing

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Community

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Partner Organizations

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Key Dates

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NowSponsorship discussions open
April 30, 2026Early bird registration closes
June 30, 2026Regular registration closes
August 1, 2026Final sponsor deliverables due
August 16-22, 2026CCG 2026
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Join us in the Austrian Alps for a week that might just change how you see what's possible.

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This sponsorship package was prepared by the Crypto Commons Association.

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CCG operates under a Creative Commons ethos—feel free to share this document with aligned partners.

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Last updated: February 2026

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+ + + \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.md b/CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..a5c0beb --- /dev/null +++ b/CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.md @@ -0,0 +1,318 @@ +# Crypto Commons Gathering 2026 +## Sponsorship Package + +--- + +# A Recurring Temporary Refuge from Late-Capitalism + +**August 16-22, 2026 | Commons Hub, Austrian Alps** + +--- + +## Executive Summary + +The **Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG)** is an annual week-long retreat where genuine desire for postcapitalist change meets blockchain innovation, commons building, and radical imagination. Now in its **6th edition**, CCG has established itself as the premier gathering for builders, researchers, and activists working at the intersection of crypto, regenerative finance, and cooperative economics. + +### At a Glance + +| | | +|---|---| +| **Dates** | August 16-22, 2026 | +| **Location** | Commons Hub, Reichenau an der Rax, Austrian Alps | +| **Expected Attendance** | 100+ participants | +| **Format** | Week-long unconference retreat | +| **Edition** | 6th annual gathering | +| **Organizers** | Crypto Commons Association & Commons Hub | + +--- + +## Why Sponsor CCG 2026? + +### 1. Reach Influential Builders & Thought Leaders + +CCG attracts a unique, highly engaged audience that you won't find at traditional crypto conferences: + +- **ReFi & DeFi Builders** – Teams from Regen Network, EthicHub, Circles UBI, ReFi DAO +- **Governance Innovators** – Contributors to Holochain, Economic Space Agency, DAOs +- **Academic Researchers** – PhD researchers, professors, and policy experts +- **Artists & Game Designers** – Solarpunk creators, economic worldbuilders, speculative fiction writers +- **Activists & Organizers** – Degrowth advocates, cooperative founders, commons practitioners + +### 2. Association with Real Impact + +CCG has catalyzed movements that continue to shape the regenerative finance landscape: + +- **#CoFi (Cooperative Finance)** – A movement redefining collaborative financial infrastructure +- **#MycoFi (Mycelial Finance)** – Biomimetic approaches to economic design +- **New Digital Public Infrastructures** – Experimental protocols and frameworks incubated at CCG + +### 3. Values-Aligned Audience + +CCG attendees aren't casual observers—they're committed builders who: + +- Lead projects with **real traction** in ReFi, DAOs, and cooperative economics +- Make **purchasing decisions** for their organizations +- **Influence discourse** in crypto-commons, open source, and regenerative communities +- Seek **genuine partnerships** over superficial marketing + +### 4. Six Years of Trust & Credibility + +Since 2020, CCG has grown from a small Austrian gathering to an internationally recognized annual event. We've built trust through: + +- **Complete financial transparency** – Full budget breakdowns published publicly +- **Non-extractive economics** – Organizers cover their own expenses; no one profits +- **Participant-driven format** – Authentic community co-creation, not keynote theater +- **Long-term relationships** – Many attendees return year after year + +--- + +## Audience Profile + +### Who Attends CCG? + +``` +100+ participants from 20+ countries +``` + +| Segment | % | Description | +|---------|---|-------------| +| **Builders & Developers** | 35% | Protocol engineers, smart contract devs, infrastructure builders | +| **Researchers & Academics** | 25% | PhD students, professors, think tank members | +| **Artists & Designers** | 15% | Game designers, solarpunk creators, UX/UI specialists | +| **Activists & Organizers** | 15% | Cooperative founders, community organizers, policy advocates | +| **Investors & Funders** | 10% | Impact investors, grant makers, ecosystem funders | + +### Attendee Interests + +- Regenerative Finance (ReFi) +- Decentralized Governance & DAOs +- Cooperative Economics & Mutual Aid +- Commons Theory & Practice +- Degrowth & Post-capitalism +- Solarpunk & Speculative Worldbuilding +- Mycelial & Biomimetic Design +- Community Currencies & UBI +- Open Source & Digital Commons + +### Geographic Distribution + +- **Europe:** 60% +- **North America:** 20% +- **Global South:** 15% +- **Asia-Pacific:** 5% + +--- + +## Sponsorship Tiers + +### MYCELIUM PARTNER | €10,000 +*Become part of the CCG ecosystem* + +**Recognition & Visibility** +- Logo placement on website hero section and all pages +- Featured sponsor section on event materials +- Acknowledgment at opening and closing ceremonies +- Social media recognition across all CCG channels +- Logo on participant badges and signage + +**Engagement** +- **4 complimentary full-access passes** (€600 value) +- Dedicated 60-minute sponsored session slot +- Private dinner with CCG organizers and community leaders +- First access to participant list (with consent) for networking +- Booth/table space in main gathering area + +**Content & Media** +- Sponsor spotlight in pre-event communications +- Feature in post-event summary and report +- Rights to use "Official Sponsor of CCG 2026" in marketing +- Photo/video content from the event + +--- + +### SPORE PARTNER | €5,000 +*Plant seeds for regenerative futures* + +**Recognition & Visibility** +- Logo on website sponsor section +- Logo on event signage and materials +- Social media recognition +- Acknowledgment at ceremonies + +**Engagement** +- **2 complimentary full-access passes** (€300 value) +- 30-minute workshop or presentation slot +- Access to participant introductions (with consent) + +**Content & Media** +- Mention in event communications +- Inclusion in post-event summary + +--- + +### SYMBIONT SUPPORTER | €2,500 +*Support commons-building infrastructure* + +**Recognition & Visibility** +- Logo on website sponsor section +- Logo on event signage +- Social media mention + +**Engagement** +- **1 complimentary full-access pass** (€150 value) +- Priority registration access + +**Content & Media** +- Mention in event newsletter + +--- + +### FRIEND OF THE COMMONS | €1,000 +*Show solidarity with the movement* + +**Recognition & Visibility** +- Name/logo listed on website supporters section +- Social media thank-you post + +**Engagement** +- **1 discounted pass** (50% off) + +--- + +## Alternative Partnership Opportunities + +Beyond financial sponsorship, we welcome in-kind contributions and creative partnerships: + +### Track Sponsorship | Custom +Sponsor a specific theme track (e.g., "Regenerative Finance Day" or "Governance Innovation Sessions") with naming rights and session curation involvement. + +### Accommodation Sponsorship | ~€3,000-5,000 +Cover accommodation costs for participants who need financial support, enabling broader access. + +### Meal Sponsorship | ~€2,000-4,000 +Sponsor catered meals for a day or the entire event—your name becomes synonymous with nourishment and community care. + +### Documentation Sponsorship | ~€1,500 +Support professional documentation (photography, videography, written summaries) with credit and content rights. + +### Travel Grants | Custom +Fund travel scholarships for participants from underrepresented regions or backgrounds. + +### Technology Partnership | In-Kind +Provide tools, platforms, or infrastructure (livestreaming, collaboration tools, etc.) in exchange for recognition. + +--- + +## Impact Metrics (Previous Editions) + +| Metric | Value | +|--------|-------| +| Editions held | 5 (2020-2025) | +| Total attendees (all editions) | 400+ | +| Countries represented | 25+ | +| Projects incubated/catalyzed | 15+ | +| Active community members | 500+ | +| Movements spawned | #CoFi, #MycoFi | +| Return attendee rate | ~40% | + +--- + +## What Makes CCG Different? + +### It's Not a Conference—It's a Convivium + +Unlike traditional crypto events with keynote speakers and expo floors, CCG is: + +- **Fully participant-driven** – No pre-set agenda; schedule co-created daily +- **Deeply relational** – Week-long format enables genuine connection +- **Off-grid & intimate** – Mountain retreat setting, away from distractions +- **Non-extractive** – Built on commons principles, not corporate incentives + +### Attendees Contribute, Not Just Consume + +Everyone who attends CCG joins a **Commons Crew**: +- Kitchen crew +- Cleaning crew +- Documentation crew +- Fire/Water crew +- Atmosphere care crew + +This creates a fundamentally different relationship between participants and the event—one of mutual care and shared responsibility. + +--- + +## Testimonials + +> *"CCG is where I found my people—the ones who actually believe another world is possible and are building it together."* +> — Returning participant, 2024 + +> *"The ideas I encountered at CCG completely changed how I think about protocol design. It's like nothing else in the crypto space."* +> — ReFi builder, 2023 + +> *"I came for the unconference, I stayed for the community. Four years later, my closest collaborators are people I met at CCG."* +> — Cooperative founder, 2022 + +--- + +## Event Budget Overview + +In the spirit of transparency that defines CCG, here's how funds are typically allocated: + +| Category | Allocation | +|----------|------------| +| Venue & Infrastructure | 40% | +| Food & Catering | 30% | +| Documentation & Media | 10% | +| Accessibility & Support | 10% | +| Communications & Admin | 10% | + +**Note:** No CCG organizing team members are paid from event funds. All organizers cover their own travel, accommodation, and food expenses. + +--- + +## Contact & Next Steps + +We'd love to discuss how a partnership could work for your organization. + +**Primary Contact:** +- **Email:** contact@cryptocommonsgather.ing + +**Event Website:** +- https://cryptocommonsgather.ing + +**Community:** +- Telegram (CCG26): https://t.me/+n5V_wDVKWrk1ZTBh +- Telegram (CCA): https://t.me/+gZjhNaDswIc0ZDg0 + +**Partner Organizations:** +- Crypto Commons Association: https://crypto-commons.org +- Commons Hub: https://www.commons-hub.at + +--- + +## Key Dates + +| Date | Milestone | +|------|-----------| +| **Now** | Sponsorship discussions open | +| **April 30, 2026** | Early bird registration closes | +| **June 30, 2026** | Regular registration closes | +| **August 1, 2026** | Final sponsor deliverables due | +| **August 16-22, 2026** | CCG 2026 | +| **September 2026** | Post-event report and media shared | + +--- + +## Closing Note + +CCG isn't seeking sponsors who want logo placement in exchange for attention. We're seeking **partners** who share our vision of regenerative, cooperative, and commons-based futures. + +If your organization is building toward a world where value flows differently, where technology serves human and ecological flourishing, and where economic systems are designed for mutual benefit—we want to collaborate. + +Join us in the Austrian Alps for a week that might just change how you see what's possible. + +--- + +*This sponsorship package was prepared by the Crypto Commons Association. CCG operates under a Creative Commons ethos—feel free to share this document with potential partners who might be aligned.* + +**Last updated:** February 2026 diff --git a/CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.pdf b/CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.pdf new file mode 100644 index 0000000..b2342d1 Binary files /dev/null and b/CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.pdf differ diff --git a/CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.pptx b/CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.pptx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..940d9b5 Binary files /dev/null and b/CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.pptx differ diff --git a/generate_sponsor_docs.py b/generate_sponsor_docs.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000..3e55916 --- /dev/null +++ b/generate_sponsor_docs.py @@ -0,0 +1,966 @@ +#!/usr/bin/env python3 +""" +Generate CCG26 Sponsorship Package in multiple formats: +- HTML (styled) +- PDF (via weasyprint) +- PPTX (PowerPoint) +""" + +import os +from pathlib import Path + +# For PDF +from weasyprint import HTML, CSS + +# For PowerPoint +from pptx import Presentation +from pptx.util import Inches, Pt +from pptx.dml.color import RGBColor +from pptx.enum.text import PP_ALIGN, MSO_ANCHOR +from pptx.enum.shapes import MSO_SHAPE + +# Output directory +OUTPUT_DIR = Path("/home/jeffe/Github/crypto-commons-gather.ing-website") + +# Brand colors +PRIMARY_COLOR = RGBColor(34, 139, 34) # Forest green +DARK_COLOR = RGBColor(30, 30, 30) +LIGHT_COLOR = RGBColor(250, 250, 250) +ACCENT_COLOR = RGBColor(139, 90, 43) # Earth brown + + +def create_html_and_pdf(): + """Create styled HTML and PDF versions of the sponsorship package.""" + + html_content = """ + + + + + CCG 2026 Sponsorship Package + + + + +
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Crypto Commons
Gathering 2026

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Sponsorship Package

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"A recurring temporary refuge from late-capitalism"

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August 16-22, 2026

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Commons Hub, Austrian Alps

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6th Annual Edition

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Executive Summary

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The Crypto Commons Gathering (CCG) is an annual week-long retreat where genuine desire for postcapitalist change meets blockchain innovation, commons building, and radical imagination.

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Now in its 6th edition, CCG has established itself as the premier gathering for builders, researchers, and activists working at the intersection of crypto, regenerative finance, and cooperative economics.

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100+
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At a Glance

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DatesAugust 16-22, 2026
LocationCommons Hub, Reichenau an der Rax, Austrian Alps
FormatWeek-long unconference retreat
OrganizersCrypto Commons Association & Commons Hub
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Movements Born at CCG

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Why Sponsor CCG 2026?

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1. Reach Influential Builders & Thought Leaders

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CCG attracts a unique, highly engaged audience:

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2. Values-Aligned Audience

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CCG attendees aren't casual observers—they're committed builders who:

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3. Six Years of Trust & Credibility

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Audience Profile

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Segment%Description
Builders & Developers35%Protocol engineers, smart contract devs, infrastructure builders
Researchers & Academics25%PhD students, professors, think tank members
Artists & Designers15%Game designers, solarpunk creators, UX/UI specialists
Activists & Organizers15%Cooperative founders, community organizers, policy advocates
Investors & Funders10%Impact investors, grant makers, ecosystem funders
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Geographic Distribution

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Europe60%
North America20%
Global South15%
Asia-Pacific5%
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Sponsorship Tiers

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MYCELIUM PARTNER

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€10,000
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Become part of the CCG ecosystem

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Recognition & Visibility

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Engagement

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SPORE PARTNER

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€5,000
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Plant seeds for regenerative futures

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SYMBIONT SUPPORTER

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€2,500
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Support commons-building infrastructure

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FRIEND OF THE COMMONS

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€1,000
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Show solidarity with the movement

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Alternative Partnership Opportunities

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Beyond financial sponsorship, we welcome in-kind contributions and creative partnerships:

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Track Sponsorship | Custom

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Sponsor a specific theme track (e.g., "Regenerative Finance Day") with naming rights and session curation involvement.

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Accommodation Sponsorship | ~€3,000-5,000

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Cover accommodation costs for participants who need financial support, enabling broader access.

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Meal Sponsorship | ~€2,000-4,000

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Sponsor catered meals for a day or the entire event—your name becomes synonymous with nourishment and community care.

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Documentation Sponsorship | ~€1,500

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Support professional documentation (photography, videography, written summaries) with credit and content rights.

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Travel Grants | Custom

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Fund travel scholarships for participants from underrepresented regions or backgrounds.

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Technology Partnership | In-Kind

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Provide tools, platforms, or infrastructure (livestreaming, collaboration tools, etc.) in exchange for recognition.

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Impact Metrics

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Editions held5 (2020-2025)
Total attendees (all editions)400+
Countries represented25+
Projects incubated/catalyzed15+
Active community members500+
Movements spawned#CoFi, #MycoFi
Return attendee rate~40%
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What Makes CCG Different?

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It's Not a Conference—It's a Convivium

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Unlike traditional crypto events with keynote speakers and expo floors, CCG is:

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Attendees Contribute, Not Just Consume

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Everyone who attends CCG joins a Commons Crew:

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This creates a fundamentally different relationship between participants and the event—one of mutual care and shared responsibility.

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Testimonials

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+ "CCG is where I found my people—the ones who actually believe another world is possible and are building it together." + — Returning participant, 2024 +
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+ "The ideas I encountered at CCG completely changed how I think about protocol design. It's like nothing else in the crypto space." + — ReFi builder, 2023 +
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+ "I came for the unconference, I stayed for the community. Four years later, my closest collaborators are people I met at CCG." + — Cooperative founder, 2022 +
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Contact & Next Steps

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We'd love to discuss how a partnership could work for your organization.

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Primary Contact

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Email: contact@cryptocommonsgather.ing

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Event Website

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https://cryptocommonsgather.ing

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Community

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Key Dates

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NowSponsorship discussions open
April 30, 2026Early bird registration closes
June 30, 2026Regular registration closes
August 1, 2026Final sponsor deliverables due
August 16-22, 2026CCG 2026
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Join us in the Austrian Alps for a week that might just change how you see what's possible.

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This sponsorship package was prepared by the Crypto Commons Association.

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CCG operates under a Creative Commons ethos—feel free to share this document with aligned partners.

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Last updated: February 2026

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+ + + """ + + # Save HTML + html_path = OUTPUT_DIR / "CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.html" + with open(html_path, "w") as f: + f.write(html_content) + print(f"Created: {html_path}") + + # Generate PDF + pdf_path = OUTPUT_DIR / "CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.pdf" + HTML(string=html_content).write_pdf(pdf_path) + print(f"Created: {pdf_path}") + + return html_path, pdf_path + + +def create_powerpoint(): + """Create a PowerPoint presentation for CCG 2026 sponsorship.""" + + prs = Presentation() + prs.slide_width = Inches(13.333) # 16:9 aspect ratio + prs.slide_height = Inches(7.5) + + def add_title_slide(title, subtitle=""): + slide = prs.slides.add_slide(prs.slide_layouts[6]) # Blank layout + + # Background + background = slide.shapes.add_shape( + MSO_SHAPE.RECTANGLE, 0, 0, prs.slide_width, prs.slide_height + ) + background.fill.solid() + background.fill.fore_color.rgb = PRIMARY_COLOR + background.line.fill.background() + + # Title + title_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(0.5), Inches(2.5), Inches(12.333), Inches(1.5)) + tf = title_box.text_frame + p = tf.paragraphs[0] + p.text = title + p.font.size = Pt(54) + p.font.bold = True + p.font.color.rgb = RGBColor(255, 255, 255) + p.alignment = PP_ALIGN.CENTER + + # Subtitle + if subtitle: + sub_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(0.5), Inches(4.2), Inches(12.333), Inches(1)) + tf = sub_box.text_frame + p = tf.paragraphs[0] + p.text = subtitle + p.font.size = Pt(28) + p.font.color.rgb = RGBColor(255, 255, 255) + p.alignment = PP_ALIGN.CENTER + + return slide + + def add_content_slide(title, content_items, two_column=False): + slide = prs.slides.add_slide(prs.slide_layouts[6]) + + # Title + title_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(0.5), Inches(0.4), Inches(12.333), Inches(0.8)) + tf = title_box.text_frame + p = tf.paragraphs[0] + p.text = title + p.font.size = Pt(36) + p.font.bold = True + p.font.color.rgb = PRIMARY_COLOR + + # Underline + line = slide.shapes.add_shape( + MSO_SHAPE.RECTANGLE, Inches(0.5), Inches(1.15), Inches(4), Inches(0.05) + ) + line.fill.solid() + line.fill.fore_color.rgb = PRIMARY_COLOR + line.line.fill.background() + + if two_column and len(content_items) > 1: + # Left column + left_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(0.5), Inches(1.5), Inches(6), Inches(5.5)) + tf = left_box.text_frame + tf.word_wrap = True + for item in content_items[0]: + p = tf.add_paragraph() + p.text = f"• {item}" + p.font.size = Pt(18) + p.space_after = Pt(10) + p.font.color.rgb = DARK_COLOR + + # Right column + right_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(6.833), Inches(1.5), Inches(6), Inches(5.5)) + tf = right_box.text_frame + tf.word_wrap = True + for item in content_items[1]: + p = tf.add_paragraph() + p.text = f"• {item}" + p.font.size = Pt(18) + p.space_after = Pt(10) + p.font.color.rgb = DARK_COLOR + else: + # Single column + content_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(0.5), Inches(1.5), Inches(12.333), Inches(5.5)) + tf = content_box.text_frame + tf.word_wrap = True + for item in content_items: + p = tf.add_paragraph() + p.text = f"• {item}" if not item.startswith("•") else item + p.font.size = Pt(20) + p.space_after = Pt(12) + p.font.color.rgb = DARK_COLOR + + return slide + + def add_stats_slide(title, stats): + slide = prs.slides.add_slide(prs.slide_layouts[6]) + + # Title + title_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(0.5), Inches(0.4), Inches(12.333), Inches(0.8)) + tf = title_box.text_frame + p = tf.paragraphs[0] + p.text = title + p.font.size = Pt(36) + p.font.bold = True + p.font.color.rgb = PRIMARY_COLOR + + # Stats boxes + box_width = 3.5 + start_x = (13.333 - (box_width * len(stats) + 0.5 * (len(stats) - 1))) / 2 + + for i, (number, label) in enumerate(stats): + x = start_x + i * (box_width + 0.5) + + # Box background + box = slide.shapes.add_shape( + MSO_SHAPE.ROUNDED_RECTANGLE, Inches(x), Inches(2.5), Inches(box_width), Inches(3) + ) + box.fill.solid() + box.fill.fore_color.rgb = RGBColor(240, 249, 240) + box.line.color.rgb = PRIMARY_COLOR + box.line.width = Pt(2) + + # Number + num_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(x), Inches(3), Inches(box_width), Inches(1.2)) + tf = num_box.text_frame + p = tf.paragraphs[0] + p.text = str(number) + p.font.size = Pt(60) + p.font.bold = True + p.font.color.rgb = PRIMARY_COLOR + p.alignment = PP_ALIGN.CENTER + + # Label + label_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(x), Inches(4.3), Inches(box_width), Inches(0.8)) + tf = label_box.text_frame + p = tf.paragraphs[0] + p.text = label + p.font.size = Pt(18) + p.font.color.rgb = DARK_COLOR + p.alignment = PP_ALIGN.CENTER + + return slide + + def add_tier_slide(tier_name, price, tagline, benefits): + slide = prs.slides.add_slide(prs.slide_layouts[6]) + + # Header stripe + stripe = slide.shapes.add_shape( + MSO_SHAPE.RECTANGLE, 0, 0, prs.slide_width, Inches(1.8) + ) + stripe.fill.solid() + stripe.fill.fore_color.rgb = PRIMARY_COLOR + stripe.line.fill.background() + + # Tier name + title_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(0.5), Inches(0.4), Inches(8), Inches(0.8)) + tf = title_box.text_frame + p = tf.paragraphs[0] + p.text = tier_name + p.font.size = Pt(36) + p.font.bold = True + p.font.color.rgb = RGBColor(255, 255, 255) + + # Price + price_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(9), Inches(0.4), Inches(4), Inches(0.8)) + tf = price_box.text_frame + p = tf.paragraphs[0] + p.text = price + p.font.size = Pt(42) + p.font.bold = True + p.font.color.rgb = RGBColor(255, 255, 255) + p.alignment = PP_ALIGN.RIGHT + + # Tagline + tag_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(0.5), Inches(1.1), Inches(12), Inches(0.5)) + tf = tag_box.text_frame + p = tf.paragraphs[0] + p.text = tagline + p.font.size = Pt(18) + p.font.italic = True + p.font.color.rgb = RGBColor(255, 255, 255) + + # Benefits + content_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(0.5), Inches(2.2), Inches(12.333), Inches(5)) + tf = content_box.text_frame + tf.word_wrap = True + for benefit in benefits: + p = tf.add_paragraph() + p.text = f"✓ {benefit}" + p.font.size = Pt(20) + p.space_after = Pt(14) + p.font.color.rgb = DARK_COLOR + + return slide + + # Slide 1: Title + add_title_slide( + "Crypto Commons\nGathering 2026", + "Sponsorship Package | August 16-22 | Austrian Alps" + ) + + # Slide 2: Key Stats + add_stats_slide("At a Glance", [ + ("100+", "Participants"), + ("6", "Years Running"), + ("20+", "Countries") + ]) + + # Slide 3: What is CCG + add_content_slide("What is CCG?", [ + "Week-long unconference at the intersection of crypto, regenerative finance, and commons", + "Fully participant-driven: no pre-set agenda, schedule co-created daily", + "Movements like #CoFi and #MycoFi were born here", + "Deeply relational: genuine connections formed over a week of co-living", + "Off-grid mountain retreat in the Austrian Alps" + ]) + + # Slide 4: Why Sponsor + add_content_slide("Why Sponsor CCG 2026?", [ + [ + "Reach influential ReFi builders & researchers", + "Association with real impact movements", + "Values-aligned, committed audience", + "6 years of trust and credibility" + ], + [ + "Non-extractive economics", + "Complete financial transparency", + "~40% return attendee rate", + "Genuine partnerships over marketing" + ] + ], two_column=True) + + # Slide 5: Audience Profile + add_content_slide("Who Attends CCG?", [ + "35% Builders & Developers — Protocol engineers, smart contract devs", + "25% Researchers & Academics — PhD students, professors, think tanks", + "15% Artists & Designers — Solarpunk creators, game designers", + "15% Activists & Organizers — Cooperative founders, policy advocates", + "10% Investors & Funders — Impact investors, grant makers" + ]) + + # Slide 6: Tier - Mycelium + add_tier_slide("MYCELIUM PARTNER", "€10,000", "Become part of the CCG ecosystem", [ + "4 complimentary full-access passes (€600 value)", + "Dedicated 60-minute sponsored session slot", + "Private dinner with organizers and community leaders", + "Logo on website hero section and all event materials", + "Acknowledgment at opening and closing ceremonies", + "First access to participant list for networking" + ]) + + # Slide 7: Tier - Spore + add_tier_slide("SPORE PARTNER", "€5,000", "Plant seeds for regenerative futures", [ + "2 complimentary full-access passes (€300 value)", + "30-minute workshop or presentation slot", + "Logo on website sponsor section", + "Logo on event signage and materials", + "Social media recognition" + ]) + + # Slide 8: Tier - Symbiont + add_tier_slide("SYMBIONT SUPPORTER", "€2,500", "Support commons-building infrastructure", [ + "1 complimentary full-access pass (€150 value)", + "Logo on website sponsor section", + "Logo on event signage", + "Social media mention" + ]) + + # Slide 9: Alternative Partnerships + add_content_slide("Alternative Partnerships", [ + "Track Sponsorship — Name a theme track, curate sessions", + "Accommodation Sponsorship (~€3,000-5,000) — Enable access for those who need support", + "Meal Sponsorship (~€2,000-4,000) — Your name synonymous with nourishment", + "Documentation Sponsorship (~€1,500) — Photo, video, written summaries", + "Travel Grants — Fund scholarships for underrepresented regions", + "Technology Partnership — In-kind tools and infrastructure" + ]) + + # Slide 10: Contact + slide = prs.slides.add_slide(prs.slide_layouts[6]) + + # Background + background = slide.shapes.add_shape( + MSO_SHAPE.RECTANGLE, 0, 0, prs.slide_width, prs.slide_height + ) + background.fill.solid() + background.fill.fore_color.rgb = PRIMARY_COLOR + background.line.fill.background() + + # Title + title_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(0.5), Inches(1.5), Inches(12.333), Inches(1)) + tf = title_box.text_frame + p = tf.paragraphs[0] + p.text = "Let's Talk" + p.font.size = Pt(48) + p.font.bold = True + p.font.color.rgb = RGBColor(255, 255, 255) + p.alignment = PP_ALIGN.CENTER + + # Contact info + info_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(Inches(0.5), Inches(3), Inches(12.333), Inches(3)) + tf = info_box.text_frame + tf.word_wrap = True + + contact_lines = [ + "contact@cryptocommonsgather.ing", + "", + "cryptocommonsgather.ing", + "", + "August 16-22, 2026 | Austrian Alps" + ] + + for line in contact_lines: + p = tf.add_paragraph() + p.text = line + p.font.size = Pt(24) + p.font.color.rgb = RGBColor(255, 255, 255) + p.alignment = PP_ALIGN.CENTER + p.space_after = Pt(8) + + # Save + pptx_path = OUTPUT_DIR / "CCG26-Sponsorship-Package.pptx" + prs.save(pptx_path) + print(f"Created: {pptx_path}") + + return pptx_path + + +if __name__ == "__main__": + print("Generating CCG 2026 Sponsorship Package documents...\n") + + html_path, pdf_path = create_html_and_pdf() + pptx_path = create_powerpoint() + + print("\n✅ All documents generated successfully!") + print(f"\nFiles created:") + print(f" - HTML: {html_path}") + print(f" - PDF: {pdf_path}") + print(f" - PPTX: {pptx_path}")