diff --git a/sponsorship/CCA-2026-Slides-Content.md b/sponsorship/CCA-2026-Slides-Content.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..5cf0033 --- /dev/null +++ b/sponsorship/CCA-2026-Slides-Content.md @@ -0,0 +1,480 @@ +# Crypto Commons Gathering 2026 +## Google Slides Deck Content + +**Instructions:** Copy each slide's content into Google Slides. Use the suggested layouts and speaker notes provided. + +--- + +## SLIDE 1: Title Slide +**Layout:** Title slide (centered) + +### Content: +``` +CRYPTO COMMONS GATHERING 2026 + +Sponsorship & Partnership Opportunities + +Building the Future of Digital Commons Together +``` + +**Footer:** cryptocommonsgather.ing | contact@crypto-commons.org + +**Speaker Notes:** +Welcome. Today I'm presenting sponsorship opportunities for the Crypto Commons Gathering 2026 — the flagship event of the Crypto Commons Association. This isn't another crypto conference. This is where regenerative blockchain infrastructure is being designed. + +--- + +## SLIDE 2: What is Crypto Commons? +**Layout:** Title + body text + +### Content: +``` +WHAT IS CRYPTO COMMONS? + +A paradigm shift in economic system design + +• Distributed Ledger Technology — Trustless, transparent infrastructure + +• Commons Governance — Collective stewardship of shared resources + +• Tokenomics — Incentive alignment for public goods + +• Regenerative Economics — Systems that restore rather than deplete +``` + +**Visual suggestion:** Abstract network/mycelium graphic + +**Speaker Notes:** +Crypto commons represent a fundamental shift. Unlike traditional crypto focused on extraction, crypto commons use market mechanisms to reward contributions to the common good. We're building systems that regenerate rather than deplete. + +--- + +## SLIDE 3: Why Now? +**Layout:** Title + quote/callout + +### Content: +``` +WHY NOW? + +"As the crypto industry matures beyond speculation, +organizations are seeking sustainable models +that create #RealValue" + +The CCA has been building the intellectual and practical +foundation since 2021: + +✓ Peer-reviewed research +✓ Working implementations +✓ Global practitioner community +``` + +**Speaker Notes:** +The timing is critical. The industry is ready for models that work. We've been building this foundation for years, and 2026 is a pivotal moment to shape the direction of regenerative blockchain. + +--- + +## SLIDE 4: By the Numbers +**Layout:** 4-box grid layout + +### Content: +``` +BY THE NUMBERS + +┌─────────────────┬─────────────────┐ +│ 200+ │ 25+ │ +│ Attendees │ Countries │ +├─────────────────┼─────────────────┤ +│ 10+ │ 13 │ +│ Publications │ Partners │ +└─────────────────┴─────────────────┘ +``` + +**Visual:** Large numbers with labels underneath in colored boxes + +**Speaker Notes:** +200+ decision-makers and builders from over 25 countries. Our community has published 10+ peer-reviewed papers and includes 13 leading partner organizations already. + +--- + +## SLIDE 5: Who Attends +**Layout:** Title + pie chart or horizontal bars + +### Content: +``` +WHO ATTENDS + +30% Developers & Protocol Engineers +25% Researchers & Academics +25% Founders & Practitioners +10% Policy & Governance Experts +10% Impact Investors & Funders +``` + +**Visual:** Pie chart or horizontal bar chart with percentages + +**Speaker Notes:** +Our audience is uniquely balanced — nearly equal parts builders, researchers, and practitioners. Plus decision-makers in policy and investment who can turn ideas into action. + +--- + +## SLIDE 6: Geographic Reach +**Layout:** World map visual + +### Content: +``` +GLOBAL REACH + +Europe 45% +North America 30% +Global South 15% +Other 10% +``` + +**Visual:** World map with regions highlighted, dots showing attendee locations + +**Speaker Notes:** +We have strong European and North American presence, with intentional efforts to include Global South participants through travel grants and hybrid options. + +--- + +## SLIDE 7: What Makes Us Different +**Layout:** 4 icons with labels + +### Content: +``` +WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT + +🎓 Academic Rigor + Practical Implementation + Published research meets working systems + +🤝 Values-Aligned Community + Regeneration over extraction + +🔀 Interdisciplinary Synthesis + Tech, economics, governance, ecology + +🌱 Long-Term Relationship Building + Deep collaboration, not transactional networking +``` + +**Speaker Notes:** +Four things set us apart: We bridge theory and practice. We're values-driven. We're interdisciplinary. And we build lasting relationships that turn into real collaborations. + +--- + +## SLIDE 8: Current Partners +**Layout:** Logo grid + +### Content: +``` +TRUSTED BY LEADING ORGANIZATIONS + +[Logo grid - 4x4] + +Bread Cooperative Regen Network Holochain Tezos +Namada EthicHub Grassroots Eco Breadchain +Informal Systems One Project Telos Poetic Tech +Ledgerloops [Your Logo?] [Your Logo?] [Your Logo?] +``` + +**Visual:** Partner logos arranged in grid + +**Speaker Notes:** +We're proud to partner with organizations leading the regenerative movement — from Regen Network to Tezos to cooperatives like Bread. Your organization could be next. + +--- + +## SLIDE 9: Sponsorship Tiers Overview +**Layout:** 4-column comparison + +### Content: +``` +SPONSORSHIP TIERS + + Steward Commons Regenerative Community + Partner Builder Supporter Contributor +───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── +Investment €25,000+ €15,000 €7,500 €3,000 + +Keynote/Panel Keynote Panel Lightning — + (20 min) speaking talk (10 min) + +Workshop 90 min 60 min — — + +Event Passes 10 6 4 2 + +Logo Placement Premier Prominent Standard Website +``` + +**Speaker Notes:** +We have four tiers designed for organizations of different sizes. From €3,000 Community Contributor to €25,000+ Steward Partner with keynote opportunities and 10 passes. + +--- + +## SLIDE 10: Steward Partner (€25,000+) +**Layout:** Feature highlight with checkmarks + +### Content: +``` +STEWARD PARTNER | €25,000+ + +For organizations deeply committed to the mission + +Recognition +✓ Premier logo on all materials +✓ Press release feature +✓ Main stage recognition + +Engagement +✓ Keynote speaking (20 min) +✓ Workshop slot (90 min) +✓ Private dinner with leadership +✓ 10 complimentary passes + +Brand Integration +✓ Sponsored research track +✓ Named fellowship program +✓ Year-round CCA visibility +``` + +**Visual:** Highlight/featured styling + +**Speaker Notes:** +Steward Partners get the full experience — keynote slot, workshop, private dinner with leadership, and year-round visibility. This is for organizations making a statement about their commitment to regenerative crypto. + +--- + +## SLIDE 11: Commons Builder (€15,000) +**Layout:** Feature list + +### Content: +``` +COMMONS BUILDER | €15,000 + +For organizations actively building in the space + +✓ Prominent logo placement +✓ Panel speaking opportunity +✓ 60-minute workshop slot +✓ Speaker dinner invitation +✓ 6 complimentary passes +✓ Sponsored networking session +``` + +**Speaker Notes:** +Commons Builder is our most popular tier — great visibility, panel speaking, a full workshop, and 6 passes to bring your team. + +--- + +## SLIDE 12: Supporter Tiers +**Layout:** Two-column comparison + +### Content: +``` +REGENERATIVE SUPPORTER COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTOR +€7,500 €3,000 + +✓ Logo on all materials ✓ Website logo +✓ Lightning talk (10 min) ✓ Sponsor acknowledgment +✓ Sponsor showcase ✓ Project showcase table +✓ 4 passes ✓ 2 passes +✓ Swag logo placement +``` + +**Speaker Notes:** +For smaller organizations, we have Regenerative Supporter at €7,500 with a lightning talk, or Community Contributor at €3,000 — perfect for early-stage projects wanting to connect with our community. + +--- + +## SLIDE 13: What Your Sponsorship Supports +**Layout:** 4-icon grid + +### Content: +``` +WHAT YOUR SPONSORSHIP SUPPORTS + +📚 Open Research + Peer-reviewed publications, freely available + +💻 Open-Source Development + Tools for regenerative economics + +🌍 Global Accessibility + Travel grants, scholarships, hybrid options + +🎓 Knowledge Commons + All recordings and resources made public +``` + +**Speaker Notes:** +Every sponsorship dollar goes toward open research, open-source tools, global accessibility, and building the knowledge commons. This isn't about profit — it's about advancing the field. + +--- + +## SLIDE 14: ROI — Protocol Foundations +**Layout:** Benefits list + +### Content: +``` +ROI: PROTOCOL FOUNDATIONS + +Position your protocol as regenerative and commons-oriented + +• Developer mindshare among values-aligned builders +• Research partnerships with leading academics +• Governance insights from practitioners +• Ecosystem differentiation in crowded market +``` + +**Visual:** Relevant icon or illustration + +**Speaker Notes:** +For protocol foundations, this is about positioning and mindshare. You'll connect with the most thoughtful builders and researchers in the space, and differentiate from extraction-focused projects. + +--- + +## SLIDE 15: ROI — Investors & Institutions +**Layout:** Two-column + +### Content: +``` +IMPACT INVESTORS ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS + +• Curated deal flow • Research collaboration +• Due diligence support • Student engagement +• Portfolio visibility • Publication opportunities +• Thesis validation • Industry connections +``` + +**Speaker Notes:** +Investors get deal flow and thesis validation. Academic institutions get research collaboration and real-world applications for their work. + +--- + +## SLIDE 16: The CCA Mission +**Layout:** Quote/mission statement + +### Content: +``` +THE CCA MISSION + +"Actively promote the development of digital +common goods and infrastructure in +distributed ledger technology" + +Founded April 2021 + +Research → Convening → Education → Development +``` + +**Visual:** Mission statement styled as quote + +**Speaker Notes:** +The CCA was founded in 2021 with a clear mission. We pursue it through research, convening events like this gathering, education, and supporting development of commons tools. + +--- + +## SLIDE 17: How to Proceed +**Layout:** Numbered steps + +### Content: +``` +HOW TO PROCEED + +1️⃣ Express Interest + Email us to start the conversation + +2️⃣ Alignment Conversation + We'll discuss goals and customize benefits + +3️⃣ Partnership Agreement + Formalize details and timeline + +4️⃣ Activation + Our team handles logistics and coordination +``` + +**Speaker Notes:** +The process is simple: reach out, we'll have an alignment conversation to ensure mutual fit, formalize the partnership, then our team handles activation. + +--- + +## SLIDE 18: Contact / CTA +**Layout:** Centered call-to-action + +### Content: +``` +LET'S BUILD TOGETHER + +contact@crypto-commons.org + +crypto-commons.org +cryptocommonsgather.ing + + +The future is commons. +The future is now. +``` + +**Visual:** Clean, bold contact info + +**Speaker Notes:** +I'd love to continue this conversation. Reach out at contact@crypto-commons.org or visit cryptocommonsgather.ing for more details. The future is commons — let's build it together. + +--- + +## SLIDE 19: Appendix — Tier Comparison (Optional) +**Layout:** Full table + +### Content: +``` +TIER COMPARISON + +Benefit Steward Builder Supporter Contributor + €25k+ €15k €7.5k €3k +──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── +Logo (Premier) ✓ +Logo (Prominent) ✓ +Logo (Standard) ✓ ✓ +Press Release ✓ +Keynote (20 min) ✓ +Panel Speaking ✓ +Lightning Talk ✓ +Workshop (90 min) ✓ +Workshop (60 min) ✓ +Speaker Dinner ✓ ✓ +Sponsor Showcase ✓ ✓ +Project Table ✓ +Passes 10 6 4 2 +Swag Logo ✓ +Year-round Visibility ✓ +``` + +**Speaker Notes:** +Here's the full comparison for reference. Happy to walk through any specific benefits you're interested in. + +--- + +## Design Notes for Google Slides + +### Suggested Color Palette: +- **Primary (dark):** #1a1a2e +- **Secondary:** #16213e +- **Accent:** #0f3460 +- **Highlight (CTA):** #e94560 +- **Light background:** #f5f5f5 + +### Fonts: +- **Headings:** Inter Bold or Montserrat Bold +- **Body:** Inter Regular or Open Sans + +### Visual Elements: +- Use mycelium/network imagery (aligns with "commons" theme) +- Geometric patterns suggesting interconnection +- Green/earth tones for "regenerative" slides +- Keep slides clean and minimal — let content breathe + +### Slide Master Setup: +1. Create consistent header with CCA logo (small, top-left) +2. Page numbers bottom-right +3. cryptocommonsgather.ing as footer on all slides diff --git a/sponsorship/CCA-2026-Sponsorship-OnePager.md b/sponsorship/CCA-2026-Sponsorship-OnePager.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..23196ff --- /dev/null +++ b/sponsorship/CCA-2026-Sponsorship-OnePager.md @@ -0,0 +1,71 @@ +# Crypto Commons Gathering 2026 +## Sponsorship One-Pager + +--- + +**The leading event for regenerative blockchain infrastructure and digital commons governance.** + +--- + +## The Opportunity + +The crypto industry is maturing beyond speculation. Forward-thinking organizations are seeking sustainable models that create **#RealValue** — systems that regenerate rather than extract, that serve the common good rather than private capture. + +**The Crypto Commons Gathering 2026** convenes the researchers, developers, and practitioners building this future. + +--- + +## By the Numbers + +| Metric | Value | +|--------|-------| +| **Attendees** | 200+ decision-makers and builders | +| **Countries** | 25+ represented | +| **Academic publications** | 10+ peer-reviewed papers from community | +| **Partner organizations** | 13 leading regenerative projects | + +--- + +## Audience + +- 30% Developers & Protocol Engineers +- 25% Researchers & Academics +- 25% Founders & Practitioners +- 10% Policy & Governance Experts +- 10% Impact Investors & Funders + +--- + +## Sponsorship Tiers + +| Tier | Investment | Key Benefits | +|------|------------|--------------| +| **Steward Partner** | €25,000+ | Keynote, workshop, 10 passes, year-round visibility | +| **Commons Builder** | €15,000 | Panel, session, 6 passes, sponsored break | +| **Regenerative Supporter** | €7,500 | Lightning talk, showcase, 4 passes | +| **Community Contributor** | €3,000 | Website listing, 2 passes, project table | + +--- + +## Current Partners + +Bread Cooperative • Regen Network • Holochain • Tezos • Namada • EthicHub • Grassroots Economics • Breadchain • Informal Systems • One Project • Telos • Poetic Technologies • Ledgerloops + +--- + +## Why Sponsor? + +**Position your organization** at the forefront of regenerative crypto +**Connect with builders** creating the next generation of protocols +**Support research** advancing the crypto commons field +**Align your brand** with values-driven innovation + +--- + +## Get Involved + +**Email:** contact@crypto-commons.org +**Web:** crypto-commons.org +**Event:** cryptocommonsgather.ing + +*The future is commons. 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This is where the future of regenerative digital infrastructure is being designed—where market mechanisms meet the common good, and where distributed ledger technology becomes a tool for planetary stewardship. + +**Your sponsorship directly supports:** +- Groundbreaking research in crypto commons +- Open-source tools for regenerative economies +- A global community building digital public goods +- Academic publications advancing the field + +--- + +## Why Crypto Commons? + +### The Opportunity + +Crypto commons represent a paradigm shift in how we design economic systems. Unlike traditional crypto projects focused on extraction, crypto commons actively use market mechanisms and economic incentives to **reward contributions to the common good**. + +This emerging interdisciplinary field combines: +- **Distributed Ledger Technology** — Trustless, transparent infrastructure +- **Commons Governance** — Collective stewardship of shared resources +- **Tokenomics** — Incentive alignment for public goods +- **Regenerative Economics** — Systems that restore rather than deplete + +### Why Now? + +As the crypto industry matures beyond speculation, organizations and communities are seeking sustainable models that create **#RealValue**. The CCA has been building the intellectual and practical foundation for this transition since 2021, publishing peer-reviewed research, developing frameworks, and convening practitioners. + +The 2026 Gathering represents a pivotal moment to shape the direction of regenerative blockchain infrastructure. + +--- + +## Audience & Reach + +### Who Attends + +| Segment | Percentage | Description | +|---------|------------|-------------| +| **Researchers & Academics** | 25% | PhDs, professors, and research fellows studying commons, governance, and DLT | +| **Developers & Technologists** | 30% | Protocol engineers, smart contract developers, and infrastructure builders | +| **Practitioners & Founders** | 25% | Leaders of crypto commons projects, DAOs, and regenerative protocols | +| **Policy & Governance Experts** | 10% | Legal scholars, policy advisors, and institutional representatives | +| **Investors & Funders** | 10% | Impact investors, grant programs, and ecosystem funds | + +### Geographic Distribution + +- **Europe:** 45% +- **North America:** 30% +- **Global South / Asia Pacific:** 15% +- **Other:** 10% + +### Organizational Affiliations + +Attendees come from leading organizations including: +- Academic institutions (MIT, Oxford, WU Vienna, P2P Foundation) +- Protocol foundations (Ethereum, Tezos, Cosmos ecosystem) +- Regenerative projects (Regen Network, Giveth, Commons Stack) +- Cooperative economies (Bread Cooperative, Platform Cooperatives) +- Research institutions (BlockScience, Metagov, RadicalxChange) + +--- + +## What Makes This Event Unique + +### 1. Academic Rigor Meets Practical Implementation + +Unlike typical crypto events, the CCA Gathering bridges peer-reviewed research with working implementations. Our community has published in journals like *Frontiers in Blockchain* and simultaneously shipped production systems. + +### 2. Values-Aligned Community + +This is a curated gathering of individuals and organizations committed to: +- Democratic governance over plutocratic control +- Regeneration over extraction +- Public goods over private capture +- Collective benefit over individual enrichment + +### 3. Interdisciplinary Synthesis + +Crypto commons sits at the intersection of: +- Computer science and cryptography +- Economics and game theory +- Political science and governance +- Environmental science and ecology +- Philosophy and ethics + +### 4. Long-Term Relationship Building + +The Gathering is designed for deep connection and collaboration, not transactional networking. Many partnerships formed at previous events have resulted in: +- Joint research publications +- Protocol integrations +- Governance experiments +- Funded initiatives + +--- + +## Sponsorship Tiers + +### Steward Partner — €25,000+ + +*For organizations deeply committed to the crypto commons mission* + +**Recognition:** +- Premier logo placement on all event materials +- Featured in event announcement press release +- Dedicated sponsor profile on event website +- Recognition from main stage during opening and closing + +**Engagement:** +- Keynote speaking opportunity (20 min) +- Dedicated workshop slot (90 min) +- Private dinner with CCA leadership and key speakers +- 10 complimentary event passes + +**Brand Integration:** +- Sponsored research track or theme +- Named fellowship or grant program +- Co-branded research publication + +**Duration:** +- Year-round visibility on CCA website as Steward Partner +- Priority access to 2027 sponsorship + +--- + +### Commons Builder — €15,000 + +*For organizations actively building in the crypto commons space* + +**Recognition:** +- Prominent logo on event materials and website +- Mentioned in event communications +- Sponsor profile on event website + +**Engagement:** +- Panel speaking opportunity +- Workshop or breakout session slot (60 min) +- Invitation to speaker dinner +- 6 complimentary event passes + +**Brand Integration:** +- Sponsored coffee break or networking session +- Logo on session recordings + +--- + +### Regenerative Supporter — €7,500 + +*For organizations supporting the commons ecosystem* + +**Recognition:** +- Logo on event website and printed materials +- Listed in sponsor acknowledgments + +**Engagement:** +- Lightning talk opportunity (10 min) +- Participation in sponsor showcase +- 4 complimentary event passes + +**Brand Integration:** +- Logo on event swag +- Mention in post-event report + +--- + +### Community Contributor — €3,000 + +*For smaller organizations and projects aligned with our mission* + +**Recognition:** +- Logo on event website +- Listed in sponsor acknowledgments + +**Engagement:** +- 2 complimentary event passes +- Table at project showcase + +--- + +### In-Kind & Alternative Contributions + +We welcome creative partnerships beyond financial sponsorship: + +- **Venue sponsorship** — Provide or subsidize event space +- **Travel grants** — Fund attendance for Global South participants +- **Research grants** — Support specific research initiatives +- **Media partnerships** — Amplify event through your channels +- **Technology partnerships** — Provide tools or infrastructure + +--- + +## Current Partners & Supporters + +The Crypto Commons Association is proud to work with organizations leading the regenerative blockchain movement: + +| Partner | Focus Area | +|---------|------------| +| **Bread Cooperative** | Worker-owned cooperative, CCA membership sponsor | +| **Regen Network** | Ecological regeneration on blockchain | +| **Holochain** | Agent-centric distributed computing | +| **Tezos** | Energy-efficient proof-of-stake blockchain | +| **Namada** | Privacy-focused asset-agnostic protocol | +| **EthicHub** | DeFi for agricultural communities | +| **Grassroots Economics** | Community currencies and mutual credit | +| **Breadchain** | Cooperative blockchain ecosystem | +| **Informal Systems** | Blockchain infrastructure and research | +| **One Project** | Systems change philanthropy | +| **Telos** | High-performance EVM blockchain | +| **Poetic Technologies** | Human-centered technology design | +| **Ledgerloops** | Interledger and payment networks | + +--- + +## What Your Sponsorship Supports + +### Open Research + +CCA funds and publishes peer-reviewed research on crypto commons, freely available to all. Recent publications include: + +- *"Challenges and Approaches to Scaling the Global Commons"* — Frontiers in Blockchain +- *"The Commons Stack: Realigning Incentives Towards Public Goods"* +- *"Commons Economy Roadmap"* + +### Open-Source Development + +We support tools and frameworks for regenerative economics: +- Token engineering methodologies +- Commons governance patterns +- Impact measurement systems + +### Global Community + +Your sponsorship helps ensure accessibility: +- Travel grants for underrepresented regions +- Scholarship tickets for students and researchers +- Translation and accessibility services +- Hybrid participation options + +### Knowledge Commons + +All event recordings, research, and resources are made freely available, contributing to the intellectual commons. + +--- + +## The CCA Mission + +The Crypto Commons Association was founded in April 2021 with the mission to: + +> *Actively promote the development of digital common goods and infrastructure in distributed ledger technology* + +We pursue this mission through: + +1. **Research** — Academic analysis advancing the crypto commons field +2. **Convening** — Bringing together practitioners, researchers, and builders +3. **Education** — Low-threshold access to knowledge and interpretation +4. **Development** — Supporting tools and protocols for the common good + +As a registered association, CCA operates with transparent governance and reinvests all proceeds into advancing our mission. + +--- + +## Return on Investment + +### For Protocol Foundations + +- **Ecosystem positioning** as a regenerative, commons-oriented project +- **Developer mindshare** among values-aligned builders +- **Research partnerships** with leading academics +- **Governance insights** from practitioners and theorists + +### For Impact Investors + +- **Deal flow** with vetted, mission-aligned projects +- **Due diligence support** from technical community +- **Portfolio company visibility** among builders and researchers +- **Thesis validation** through academic research + +### For Academic Institutions + +- **Research collaboration** with practitioners +- **Student engagement** with real-world applications +- **Publication opportunities** in emerging field +- **Industry connections** for applied research + +### For Cooperatives & DAOs + +- **Governance learning** from diverse models +- **Technical partnerships** for implementation +- **Community building** with aligned organizations +- **Visibility** among crypto-native audiences + +--- + +## How to Proceed + +### 1. Express Interest + +Reach out to discuss your goals and find the right partnership level: + +**Email:** contact@crypto-commons.org +**Subject:** CCA 2026 Sponsorship Inquiry + +### 2. Alignment Conversation + +We'll schedule a call to discuss: +- Your organization's mission and goals +- Specific engagement opportunities +- Customization of sponsorship benefits + +### 3. Partnership Agreement + +We'll formalize the partnership with: +- Detailed benefit package +- Payment schedule +- Deliverables and timeline + +### 4. Activation + +Our team will work with you on: +- Logo and brand asset collection +- Speaker and content coordination +- Promotional material development +- On-site logistics + +--- + +## Frequently Asked Questions + +**Q: When and where is the 2026 Gathering?** +A: Final dates and venue will be announced soon. Subscribe to our newsletter and visit [cryptocommonsgather.ing](https://cryptocommonsgather.ing) for updates. + +**Q: Is this event in-person, virtual, or hybrid?** +A: We're planning a primarily in-person event with select hybrid components to maximize global accessibility. + +**Q: Can we sponsor specific themes or tracks?** +A: Yes! Steward Partners and Commons Builders can sponsor specific research tracks or themes aligned with their interests. + +**Q: Do you accept cryptocurrency payments?** +A: Absolutely. We can accept payment in major cryptocurrencies and stablecoins. Contact us for wallet details. + +**Q: What if our budget doesn't fit these tiers?** +A: We're happy to discuss custom arrangements, in-kind contributions, and alternative partnership models. Every contribution matters. + +**Q: How do you ensure sponsor alignment with CCA values?** +A: We engage in values-alignment conversations with all potential sponsors to ensure mutual fit. We reserve the right to decline partnerships that conflict with our mission. + +--- + +## Contact + +**Crypto Commons Association** +Producing #RealValue + +**Website:** [crypto-commons.org](https://crypto-commons.org) +**Event:** [cryptocommonsgather.ing](https://cryptocommonsgather.ing) +**Email:** contact@crypto-commons.org + +--- + +*Join us in building digital infrastructure for the common good.* + +*The future is commons. The future is now.* diff --git a/sponsorship/CCA-2026-Sponsorship-Package.pdf b/sponsorship/CCA-2026-Sponsorship-Package.pdf new file mode 100644 index 0000000..fee527a Binary files /dev/null and b/sponsorship/CCA-2026-Sponsorship-Package.pdf differ diff --git a/sponsorship/README.md b/sponsorship/README.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..8598c78 --- /dev/null +++ b/sponsorship/README.md @@ -0,0 +1,54 @@ +# CCA 2026 Sponsorship Materials + +This folder contains the sponsorship pitch package for the Crypto Commons Gathering 2026. + +## Files + +| File | Purpose | +|------|---------| +| `CCA-2026-Sponsorship-Package.md` | Full sponsorship deck (Markdown) | +| `CCA-2026-Sponsorship-Package.html` | Styled HTML version | +| `CCA-2026-Sponsorship-Package.pdf` | Print-ready PDF | +| `CCA-2026-Sponsorship-OnePager.md` | Quick reference one-pager | +| `CCA-2026-Slides-Content.md` | Google Slides deck content | +| `outreach-email-template.md` | Email templates for outreach | +| `prospect-list.md` | Target sponsor list with priorities | + +## How to Use + +### For Outreach +1. Use `CCA-2026-Sponsorship-OnePager.md` for initial emails +2. Customize templates from `outreach-email-template.md` +3. Send full PDF package when requested +4. Reference `prospect-list.md` for targeting + +### For Presentations +1. Open `CCA-2026-Slides-Content.md` +2. Create new Google Slides presentation +3. Copy slide-by-slide content +4. Apply suggested styling and design notes + +### For Print +- Use `CCA-2026-Sponsorship-Package.pdf` for print or email attachment + +## Sponsorship Tiers + +| Tier | Investment | Key Benefits | +|------|------------|--------------| +| Steward Partner | €25,000+ | Keynote, workshop, 10 passes | +| Commons Builder | €15,000 | Panel, session, 6 passes | +| Regenerative Supporter | €7,500 | Lightning talk, 4 passes | +| Community Contributor | €3,000 | Website listing, 2 passes | + +## Regenerating PDF + +If you update the HTML, regenerate the PDF with: + +```bash +weasyprint CCA-2026-Sponsorship-Package.html CCA-2026-Sponsorship-Package.pdf +``` + +## Contact + +**Email:** contact@crypto-commons.org +**Event:** cryptocommonsgather.ing diff --git a/sponsorship/outreach-email-template.md b/sponsorship/outreach-email-template.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..404bef6 --- /dev/null +++ b/sponsorship/outreach-email-template.md @@ -0,0 +1,183 @@ +# Sponsorship Outreach Email Templates + +## Template 1: Protocol Foundations / Web3 Projects + +**Subject:** Partnership Opportunity — Crypto Commons Gathering 2026 + +--- + +Hi [Name], + +I'm reaching out from the Crypto Commons Association regarding partnership opportunities for our flagship event, the **Crypto Commons Gathering 2026**. + +[Organization] stood out to us because of your work on [specific project/initiative]. Your commitment to [relevant value — e.g., "regenerative economics" / "decentralized governance" / "public goods funding"] aligns closely with the crypto commons mission. + +**What is the Crypto Commons Gathering?** + +This is the annual convening of researchers, developers, and practitioners building blockchain infrastructure for the common good — where academic rigor meets practical implementation, and where regenerative economics is being designed in real-time. + +**Why partner with us?** + +- Position [Organization] at the forefront of regenerative crypto +- Connect with 200+ values-aligned builders and decision-makers +- Support peer-reviewed research advancing the field +- Gain speaking opportunities and brand visibility + +**Our community includes:** + +Regen Network, Holochain, Tezos, Namada, Bread Cooperative, Grassroots Economics, and other leading regenerative projects. + +I'd love to schedule a brief call to discuss how [Organization] could engage — whether as a sponsor, speaker, or collaborator. + +Are you available for a 20-minute conversation next week? + +Best, +[Your name] +Crypto Commons Association +crypto-commons.org | cryptocommonsgather.ing + +--- + +## Template 2: Impact Investors / Ecosystem Funds + +**Subject:** CCA 2026 — Deal Flow & Research Access for Impact Investors + +--- + +Hi [Name], + +The Crypto Commons Association is seeking investment and funding partners for our 2026 Gathering — the annual event bringing together the most promising regenerative blockchain projects. + +**For investors, the Gathering offers:** + +- **Curated deal flow** with vetted, mission-aligned projects +- **Due diligence support** from our technical and research community +- **Research access** — peer-reviewed publications on crypto commons economics +- **Network access** — 200+ founders, researchers, and builders + +**Past and current partners include:** + +One Project, Bread Cooperative, and ecosystem funds from Tezos, Namada, and others building regenerative infrastructure. + +I'd welcome the opportunity to discuss how [Fund/Organization] could engage with our community — as a sponsor, grant provider, or strategic partner. + +Would you have 20 minutes for a conversation this month? + +Best, +[Your name] +Crypto Commons Association + +--- + +## Template 3: Academic Institutions / Research Centers + +**Subject:** Research Partnership — Crypto Commons Gathering 2026 + +--- + +Hi [Name], + +I'm reaching out regarding research collaboration opportunities with the Crypto Commons Association. + +Your work on [specific research area] caught our attention, and we believe there's strong alignment with our mission to advance the academic study of crypto commons — the intersection of distributed ledger technology, commons governance, and regenerative economics. + +**The CCA Gathering 2026** brings together: + +- Leading academics (MIT Media Lab, WU Vienna, P2P Foundation) +- Protocol researchers (BlockScience, Metagov, RadicalxChange) +- Practitioners implementing governance at scale + +**For academic partners, we offer:** + +- Speaking and workshop opportunities +- Research collaboration with practitioners +- Publication support in our growing body of literature +- Student engagement with applied projects + +Our community has published in *Frontiers in Blockchain* and other peer-reviewed venues, including work by Michel Bauwens, Jeff Emmett, and other interdisciplinary researchers. + +Would you be interested in discussing how [Institution] could engage with our research community? + +Best, +[Your name] +Crypto Commons Association + +--- + +## Template 4: Cooperatives / DAOs / Community Organizations + +**Subject:** Commons to Commons — Partnership Opportunity + +--- + +Hi [Name], + +The Crypto Commons Association sees [Organization] as a natural ally in the movement toward regenerative economics. + +We're organizing the **Crypto Commons Gathering 2026** — an annual event that bridges traditional cooperative economics with blockchain-based governance. Your work on [specific initiative] exemplifies the kind of commons-based approach we're advancing. + +**Our community includes:** + +- **Bread Cooperative** — worker-owned, member-owned infrastructure +- **Grassroots Economics** — community currencies in East Africa +- **EthicHub** — DeFi for agricultural cooperatives +- And 10+ other regenerative projects + +**Partnership opportunities include:** + +- Showcase your governance model to crypto-native audiences +- Learn from diverse DAO and cooperative experiments +- Technical partnerships for implementation +- Co-create the future of democratic digital infrastructure + +We'd love to explore collaboration — whether as a sponsor, speaker, or co-organizer. + +Interested in a conversation? + +In solidarity, +[Your name] +Crypto Commons Association + +--- + +## Follow-Up Template + +**Subject:** Re: Crypto Commons Gathering 2026 — Following Up + +--- + +Hi [Name], + +I wanted to follow up on my previous email about partnership opportunities for the Crypto Commons Gathering 2026. + +We're finalizing our sponsor lineup for this year's event and wanted to ensure [Organization] had the opportunity to participate. + +**Quick highlights:** + +- 200+ attendees (researchers, developers, founders) +- Speaking and workshop opportunities +- Tier options from €3,000 to €25,000+ +- Current partners include Tezos, Namada, Regen Network + +Happy to send our full sponsorship package or jump on a quick call to discuss. + +Best, +[Your name] + +--- + +## Notes on Personalization + +**Always customize these templates with:** + +1. Specific reference to the recipient's work or organization +2. Relevant values alignment (what do they care about?) +3. Appropriate tier recommendation based on their size/budget +4. Connection to existing partners if relevant + +**Research before sending:** + +- Check their recent announcements or blog posts +- Look for values statements or mission pages +- Identify specific projects that align with crypto commons +- Note any existing connections to CCA partners diff --git a/sponsorship/prospect-list.md b/sponsorship/prospect-list.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..29c8239 --- /dev/null +++ b/sponsorship/prospect-list.md @@ -0,0 +1,273 @@ +# CCA 2026 Sponsorship Prospect List + +## Tier Targeting Guide + +| Tier | Target Organizations | Annual Revenue/Treasury | +|------|---------------------|------------------------| +| Steward (€25k+) | Protocol foundations, large ecosystem funds | $50M+ | +| Commons Builder (€15k) | Mid-size protocols, impact funds | $10-50M | +| Regenerative Supporter (€7.5k) | Growing projects, regional funds | $1-10M | +| Community Contributor (€3k) | Early-stage projects, DAOs, cooperatives | <$1M | + +--- + +## Protocol Foundations & L1/L2 Networks + +### Tier: Steward Partner (€25k+) + +| Organization | Alignment | Contact Strategy | +|--------------|-----------|------------------| +| **Ethereum Foundation** | Public goods funding, protocol commons | ESP grants team | +| **Gnosis** | DAO tooling, prediction markets | GnosisDAO | +| **Optimism** | Retroactive public goods funding | Optimism Collective | +| **Arbitrum** | DAO governance, ecosystem grants | Arbitrum Foundation | +| **Celo** | Regenerative finance, mobile-first | Celo Foundation | +| **Near Protocol** | Governance, ecosystem development | Near Foundation | + +### Tier: Commons Builder (€15k) + +| Organization | Alignment | Notes | +|--------------|-----------|-------| +| **Cosmos Hub** | IBC, interchain commons | Interchain Foundation | +| **Polkadot** | Shared security, parachains | Web3 Foundation | +| **Solana Foundation** | Ecosystem development | Grants program active | +| **Cardano** | Governance, Project Catalyst | IOG, Cardano Foundation | + +### Already Partners (Renewal/Upgrade) + +- Tezos ✓ +- Namada ✓ +- Telos ✓ + +--- + +## Regenerative Finance (ReFi) Projects + +### Tier: Commons Builder (€15k) + +| Organization | Focus | Alignment | +|--------------|-------|-----------| +| **Toucan Protocol** | Carbon credits on-chain | Climate commons | +| **KlimaDAO** | Carbon-backed currency | Regenerative treasury | +| **Flowcarbon** | Tokenized carbon | Nature-based solutions | +| **Gitcoin** | Quadratic funding | Public goods pioneer | +| **Giveth** | Donation platform | Commons economy | +| **Coordination Network** | Public goods coordination | MetaGov adjacent | + +### Tier: Regenerative Supporter (€7.5k) + +| Organization | Focus | Alignment | +|--------------|-------|-----------| +| **Commons Stack** | Token engineering for commons | Core alignment | +| **Token Engineering Commons** | Token design research | Research collaboration | +| **Kolektivo** | Local regenerative economies | Community currencies | +| **Impact Markets** | Retroactive impact funding | Public goods | + +### Already Partners (Renewal) + +- Regen Network ✓ +- Grassroots Economics ✓ +- EthicHub ✓ + +--- + +## DAO Infrastructure & Governance + +### Tier: Commons Builder (€15k) + +| Organization | Focus | Alignment | +|--------------|-------|-----------| +| **Aragon** | DAO framework | Governance tooling | +| **DAOstack** | Holographic consensus | Governance research | +| **Snapshot** | Off-chain voting | Governance infrastructure | +| **Tally** | On-chain governance | Protocol governance | +| **Boardroom** | Governance aggregator | Cross-DAO insights | + +### Tier: Regenerative Supporter (€7.5k) + +| Organization | Focus | Alignment | +|--------------|-------|-----------| +| **Colony** | DAO framework | Reputation systems | +| **Gardens** | Conviction voting | Commons Stack spin-off | +| **Coordinape** | Peer compensation | Community coordination | +| **Hats Protocol** | Role-based permissions | DAO tooling | + +--- + +## Impact Investors & Ecosystem Funds + +### Tier: Steward Partner (€25k+) + +| Fund | Focus | AUM/Grants | +|------|-------|------------| +| **a]16z Crypto** | Crypto ecosystem | $7B+ | +| **Paradigm** | Protocol infrastructure | $2B+ | +| **Polychain Capital** | Protocol investments | Large | +| **Electric Capital** | Developer ecosystem | Active in ReFi | + +### Tier: Commons Builder (€15k) + +| Fund | Focus | Notes | +|------|-------|-------| +| **Placeholder VC** | Crypto networks | Thesis-driven | +| **Variant Fund** | Ownership economy | Values-aligned | +| **1kx** | Token networks | Long-term focus | +| **Fabric Ventures** | Open protocols | European presence | +| **IDEO CoLab Ventures** | Design + crypto | Innovation focus | + +### Tier: Regenerative Supporter (€7.5k) + +| Fund | Focus | Notes | +|------|-------|-------| +| **Cerulean Ventures** | ReFi focus | Climate + crypto | +| **Climate Collective** | Climate tech | Ecosystem builder | +| **Mercy Corps Ventures** | Emerging markets | Impact focus | + +### Already Partners + +- One Project ✓ + +--- + +## Academic & Research Institutions + +### Tier: Commons Builder (€15k) + +| Institution | Relevant Center | Alignment | +|-------------|----------------|-----------| +| **MIT Media Lab** | Digital Currency Initiative | Research prestige | +| **Stanford** | Center for Blockchain Research | Academic credibility | +| **Oxford** | Oxford Blockchain Society | European connection | +| **WU Vienna** | Institute for Cryptoeconomics | Existing relationships | + +### Tier: Regenerative Supporter (€7.5k) + +| Institution | Focus | Notes | +|-------------|-------|-------| +| **BlockScience** | Token engineering | Applied research | +| **Metagov** | Digital governance | Research collective | +| **RadicalxChange** | Political economy | Glen Weyl connection | +| **P2P Foundation** | Commons research | Michel Bauwens | + +### Already Connected + +- Informal Systems ✓ + +--- + +## Cooperatives & Worker-Owned Organizations + +### Tier: Regenerative Supporter (€7.5k) + +| Organization | Focus | Alignment | +|--------------|-------|-----------| +| **Resonate** | Music streaming coop | Platform cooperativism | +| **Stocksy** | Photography coop | Creative commons | +| **Platform6** | Coop development | UK cooperative movement | +| **FairBnB** | Accommodation coop | Sharing economy | + +### Tier: Community Contributor (€3k) + +| Organization | Focus | Alignment | +|--------------|-------|-----------| +| **DisCO** | Distributed coops | Feminist economics | +| **Hypha** | DAO-coop hybrid | Worker-owned DAO | +| **Open Coop** | Open source coops | Commons overlap | + +### Already Partners + +- Bread Cooperative ✓ (Membership sponsor) +- Breadchain ✓ + +--- + +## Privacy & Decentralization + +### Tier: Commons Builder (€15k) + +| Organization | Focus | Alignment | +|--------------|-------|-----------| +| **Zcash Foundation** | Privacy technology | Digital commons | +| **Secret Network** | Private computation | Privacy as commons | +| **Mina Protocol** | Lightweight blockchain | Accessibility | +| **Aleo** | Zero-knowledge | Privacy infrastructure | + +### Already Partners + +- Namada ✓ +- Holochain ✓ + +--- + +## DeFi Protocols with Public Goods Focus + +### Tier: Commons Builder (€15k) + +| Protocol | Focus | Alignment | +|----------|-------|-----------| +| **Uniswap Foundation** | DEX, grants program | Protocol commons | +| **Aave** | Lending, grants | DAO governance | +| **Compound** | Lending protocol | Governance pioneer | +| **MakerDAO** | Stablecoin | Decentralized governance | +| **Lido** | Liquid staking | DAO model | + +### Tier: Regenerative Supporter (€7.5k) + +| Protocol | Focus | Alignment | +|----------|-------|-----------| +| **Yearn Finance** | Yield optimization | Fair launch ethos | +| **Curve Finance** | Stablecoin DEX | ve-tokenomics | +| **Balancer** | AMM | Grants program | + +--- + +## Media & Community Partners + +*In-kind or Community Contributor tier* + +| Organization | Type | Opportunity | +|--------------|------|-------------| +| **Bankless** | Media | Content partnership | +| **The Defiant** | Media | Coverage | +| **Decrypt** | Media | Event coverage | +| **CoinDesk** | Media | Press partner | +| **Forefront** | Community media | Token communities | +| **Mirror** | Publishing platform | Content distribution | + +--- + +## Outreach Priority Matrix + +### Immediate Outreach (High alignment + capacity) + +1. Ethereum Foundation / ESP +2. Gitcoin +3. Gnosis / GnosisDAO +4. Optimism Collective +5. Celo Foundation +6. Commons Stack +7. Token Engineering Commons + +### Secondary Wave (Good fit, needs relationship building) + +1. Aragon +2. Cosmos / Interchain Foundation +3. Near Protocol +4. RadicalxChange +5. Metagov + +### Long-term Cultivation (Large potential, longer sales cycle) + +1. a16z crypto +2. Paradigm +3. MIT Media Lab +4. Stanford CBR + +--- + +## Notes + +- **Existing partners** should be contacted for renewal 3-4 months before event +- **Warm introductions** are preferred — identify connections through current partners +- **Values alignment** is critical — prioritize mission fit over check size +- **Follow up** within 1 week of initial outreach, then 2-week intervals