Grant Procedure Outline

I. SpecOps Roundtable

Spec Ops Roundtable - PoC

Key Pillars

Steward Elections

Ideas

IDEAS: Exploring Tiers

IDEAS: New User Acquisition

IDEAS: Industry/Sector Groups?

IDEAS: Exploring Pledge / Tithe

1. Introduction: This section will provide an overview of the grant procedure, including the purpose of the grant, the pledge, and the benefits of participating in the Arbitrum DAO. It will also highlight the importance of finance-focused projects in the Arbitrum ecosystem.
2. (WIP) Eligibility and Pledge: This section will detail the eligibility criteria for applying for a grant, including the requirement to pledge 3% of Token Supply or 3% of Protocol Income for Eligibility of Roundtable Vote. It will also explain the benefits of taking the pledge, such as having a seat at the roundtable and receiving Arbitrum DAO grants.
3. Application Process: This section will outline the steps to apply for a grant, including preparing a proposal, submitting the application, and the review process. It will also provide guidance on what to include in the proposal, such as the project title, background and rationale, research questions, and a detailed budget.
4. Review and Award Decision: This section will explain how applications are reviewed and how award decisions are made. It will emphasize the importance of projects that align with Arbitrum's focus on finance and contribute to the growth of the Arbitrum ecosystem.
5. Post-Award Implementation: This section will detail the steps to successfully implement the award, including reporting requirements and project closeout procedures.
6. Evaluation and Future Funding: This section will outline how the success of the project will be evaluated and how future funding will be secured. It will also explain how the Arbitrum DAO will incubate projects until they reach maturity.

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