Trusted Seed is a global network of trusted actors committed to creating regenerative economies for public goods through token engineering and DAO governance. Through a rigorous membership application process, Trusted Seed has curated a list of value-driven individuals we ensure that only reputable and trustworthy actors are invited to participate in the launch of new DAOs/Commons and have access to initial token distributions from mission-aligned projects, thereby enhancing the integrity and security of these initiatives.
One of Trusted Seed's key milestones is the launch of the Token Engineering Commons, an open-source community of token engineers and researchers who advance token engineering. Trusted Seed members played a crucial role in the early governance and fundraising of the TEC, contributing to its vision, roadmap, and development. This successful collaboration underscores the value of a curated network of value-driven actors committed to advancing decentralized technologies and governance models.
Trusted Seed has also been hosting several spaces for our members to build connections and partnerships in the web3 ecosystem, learn new tools and skills, and become effective leaders.
What else we’ve built/achieved:
From Donation to Action: Our Plans for Gitcoin Grant Funding
In the previous Gitcoin Round (GG20), we initially envisioned designing a dedicated quest that integrated token engineering with climate action. However, as our strategy evolved, we recognized that a mentorship-driven approach would more effectively achieve our desired outcomes. Consequently, we shifted our focus towards developing a comprehensive Mentorship Program that emphasizes the matchmaking of climate projects and advocates with token engineering experts, enhancing the practical application of token engineering principles to address environmental challenges. While quests remain a component of our program, they are now integrated as needed to support specific learning objectives within the mentorship framework.
We have successfully established various tracks in our Mentorship Program, tailored to specific aspects of token engineering and climate solutions, and have begun identifying potential mentors from our curated network of regenerative actors. These mentors are selected for their expertise and commitment to fostering sustainable solutions within the blockchain space.
Our plans for the funding from GG21 are focused on executing the remaining milestones of the Mentorship Program:
In our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, we are particularly keen on engaging participants from various regions, including Asia & Africa. This approach not only enriches our program with diverse perspectives but also aligns with our goals of promoting sustainable blockchain solutions globally.
The funding will be crucial in supporting these activities, ensuring our Mentorship Program is robustly executed and effectively scaled to reach more participants and have a greater impact on both the blockchain and climate action landscapes.
Team Diversity
Trusted Seed strives to be a diverse, equitable and inclusive community and we are proud to have members coming from Ukraine, Venezuela, Brazil, and the Philippines, which brings different perspectives and ideas to the table. We aim to create a respectful and safe environment where everyone feels comfortable sharing their thoughts and contributing to our team's goals. We celebrate our diversity and commit to continuously learning and improving our inclusivity efforts.