Delegate Mission Request Summary
We propose establishing a Grants-as-a-Service (GaaS) Provider Network to streamline grant processes, enhance fund distribution, and accelerate application development across the Superchain. This network will consist of experienced Program Managers offering comprehensive grant management services to various Superchain ecosystems.
S6 Intent
Intent 3: Grow application developers on the Superchain
Proposing Delegate/Citizen
Gonna.eth
Total grant amount
250,000 OP tokens
Should this Mission be fulfilled by one or multiple applicants
Multiple (Up to 5 programs per ecosystem for the initial MVP phase)
How will this Mission Request help accomplish the above Intent?
The GaaS Provider Network will directly support growing application developers on the Superchain by:
- Streamlining grant processes to lower barriers for projects seeking funding
- Ensuring efficient fund distribution to accelerate development
- Providing expert support throughout the grant lifecycle
- Enhancing the overall efficiency and effectiveness of grant programs across Superchain ecosystems
What is required to execute this Mission Request?
- Establish a network of skilled Program Managers who can:
- Design and implement efficient grant application processes
- Evaluate proposals based on ecosystem-specific criteria
- Manage fund distribution in line with milestone achievements
- Monitor project progress and provide regular reports
- Offer support to grant recipients throughout their project journey
- Implement a performance-based reward system for Program Managers
- Develop and execute a phased implementation strategy, including RFP, approval, and launch processes
- Set up monitoring and reporting mechanisms to track the success of grant programs
How should governance participants measure impact upon completion of this Mission?
Milestones:
- RFP issuance and GaaS provider selection (End of S6)
- First round of grant programs launched across selected Superchain ecosystems (Within three months of selection)
- Mid-term review of initial grant programs (6 months after launch)
- Comprehensive report on first-year outcomes (12 months after launch)
Metrics:
- Number of grant programs successfully launched and managed across OP Stack Chains
- Total amount of funds distributed through these programs
- Number of projects funded
- Increase in developer activity across the Superchain (e.g., new applications deployed, growth in daily active addresses)
Impact:
- Growth in the number and quality of applications built on Optimism and Superchain ecosystems
- Increased adoption of Optimism’s technology stack
- Enhanced interoperability across the Superchain
- Improvement in the efficiency and effectiveness of grant distribution processes
Has anyone other than the proposer contributed to this Mission Request?
This mission request was developed in collaboration with members of the Grants Council, drawing on their collective experience with grant programs and ecosystem development.
Additional Information
Eligibility for Program Managers
Program Managers must meet specific criteria, including:
- Proven track record in grant management, preferably within Web3
- Solid technical awareness of the Superchain/OP Stack
- Commitment to Optimism’s values and community-driven development
- Experience in managing multi-stakeholder projects
- Strong financial acumen and communication skills
Implementation Strategy
- Request for Proposals (RFP)
- GC GaaS Provider’s Approval
- Superchain Engagement
- Budget Approval
- Program Implementation
- Reporting
- Milestone and Metrics Review
Resource Allocation
- Up to 50,000 OP tokens per program, maximum of five programs per ecosystem for MVP phase
- OP tokens for GaaS provider rewards are locked for one year
- User distribution tokens from “Superchain the chain get on intent 3A” allocation
- Focus on overhead minimization, flexible structure, and ecosystem caps