❌ Application #28 Grant Proposal for Nestora

[Aremion]

Q1 Name of your Grant

Enter the name you want your Grant to be known as.
Ans: Nestora

Q2 Total Grant amount in USD ($)

Enter your grant request in USD ($). Anything over 3K USD is allowed and will face higher scrutiny per Project Diversity metric of SIP-25.
Ans: $3,000 for the Phase 1 of the initiative

Q3 Evaluation Factor – Specific

Include specific outcomes (end result) for this grant.
Ans: The specific outcomes for this grant include successfully Creating awareness for Nestora Initiative, conducting 2–3 IRL workshops, onboarding at least 100 individuals into Web3, distributing educational materials, and forming 5+ partnerships with schools or community hubs.

Lanzer will be answering:

• Is it obvious what this grant wants to achieve?
• Is this grant explained in a way that doesn’t require additional context outside of this grant application?

Q4 Evaluation Factor – Measurable

Include 3 measurable milestones that track progress toward the grant outcomes. with recommended payment %s that total to 100%.
Ans: The grant progress will be tracked through three measurable milestones:
(1) community awareness campaigns (30%)
(2) hosting 2–3 IRL workshops with 100+ participants onboarded (40%), and
(3) securing 5+ local partnerships and submitting a final impact report (30%).

Lanzer will be answering:

• Does this grant have at LEAST 3 milestones? (There is no penalty for only 3)
• Do these milestones make sense?
• Are the grant outcomes distributed evenly across these milestones?
• Do the recommended payment %s per milestone all total to 100%?

Q5 Evaluation Factor – Accountable

Provide a primary and secondary PUBLIC point of contact for this grant. There is no need for email.
Ans: Primary Contact:
Name: Aremion (Co-founder)
Platform: X (Twitter)
Handle: @Aremionofficial

Secondary Contact:
Name: Nest team
Platform: X (Twitter)
Handle: @nestdotxyz

Lanzer will be answering:

• Was a primary and secondary contact listed?
• Can one or both of these contacts be reasonably thought of as owning the success or failure of the grant?

Q6 Evaluation Factor – Realistic

Define the realistic impact of your grant outcomes on the Sandbox ecosystem.
Ans: This grant will introduce 100+ new learners to Web3, with a focus on The Sandbox as a real-use case during IRL workshops. By training local educators and integrating The Sandbox into our curriculum, Nestora will create a pipeline of future creators, gamers, and builders who understand how to engage with and contribute to the ecosystem not just as users, but as participants in the virtual economy. This creates authentic grassroots adoption in a key emerging market.

Lanzer will be answering:

• Do these impacts make sense for the Sandbox ecosystem?
• Do any of these impacts connect with the people, product, or purpose of the Sandbox (timestamp 29:54 to 31:00) OR does the grant author clearly explain how it reasonably connects to the Sandbox ecosystem in a way not covered by the linked video? (Impacts not covered will receive increased scrutiny during evaluation)

Q7 Evaluation Factor – Timely

Describe the timeline for completion of the grant outcomes.
All grant outcomes will be completed within 3 months of funding:

Month 1 (June): Launch Nestora brand and curriculum; create awareness for IRL workshops and outreach programs through flyers, media announcements, and community mobilization.

Month 2 (July): Host 1–2 IRL workshops, begin onboarding participants into Web3 (50+), and initiate partnership conversations with schools and local hubs.

Month 3 (August): Complete all planned workshops (2–3 total), reach onboarding goal of 100+ individuals, finalize at least 5 partnerships, and submit final impact and media report.

Lanzer will be answering:

• Do the grant outcomes fully complete before the SGDP program end of August 30th?
• Is the timeline clearly laid out and easy to connect with the measurable milestones?

Q8 Evaluation Factor – Disclosure

Fully disclose those who benefit from your grant. Include a link to read about them, how they benefit, and the group/business/entity they are associated with or belong to.
Lanzer will be answering:

• Are the disclosed persons findable on X, LinkedIn, or other websites where Lanzer can read about them?
• Is it clear what group/business/entity these disclosed names associate with or belong to?
• Is it clear how the disclosed persons/groups will benefit (monetarily, DAO voting power, etc)?

Ans: The grant will benefit local communities by providing free Web3 education, onboarding, and access to tools like The Sandbox through Nestora. The initiative is led by [Aremion (x.com/Aremionofficial) with support from Web3 volunteers from [ZestHash] (x.com/ZestHash). Beneficiaries gain knowledge and opportunities, while no direct monetary or DAO voting benefits are given to the team.

How did you hear about the Sandbox DAO Grants Program?
From a Thread on X

[Lanzer]

Evaluated on 6/19/2025

Q1: Name of your Grant

• Score: 4 of 5
• Decision: Meets intent of the question. No additional input required.
• Rationale: Good name

Q2: Total Grant amount in USD ($)

• Score: 2 of 5
• Decision: Does not meet intent of the question. Additional input required.
• Rationale: Please put the total dollar amount for this grant. “$3,000 for the Phase 1” makes it sound like this grant is requesting more for Phase 2 in this grant.

Q3: Evaluation Factor – Specific

• Score: 2 of 5
• Decision: Does not meet intent of the question. Additional input required.
• Rationale: “Creating awareness for Nestora Initiative” … what is Nestora Initiative? Requires additional context please. The workshops, 100 individual onboarding, educational material, and partnerships all seem to be about Nestora instead of the Sandbox. What are the partnerships?

Q4: Evaluation Factor – Measurable

• Score: 2 of 5
• Decision: Does not meet intent of the question. Additional input required.
• Rationale: Grants are missing dates. How many awareness campaigns? Need more specifics there to identify what this milestone is delivering.

Q5: Evaluation Factor – Accountable

• Score: 3 of 5
• Decision: Meets intent of the question. Additional input required.
• Rationale: Nest account doesn’t have anything to go by except the description. Please explain what “Curating the next 100 builders. Launching ideas into real Web3 products” means
• From Grok: @Aremionofficial is a Web3 visionary hyping @MagicNewton’s AI-driven DeFi revolution, believing programmable wallets and active BTC will redefine autonomous finance. Aremionofficial’s diving deep into crypto infrastructure, hyping secure wallets, and cheering on creators like Luana with Duolingo-fueled Spanish flair. @Aremionofficial’s posts on X reveal a passionate advocate for Web3, DeFi, and Bitcoin’s potential, with a focus on projects like SatLayer and Magic Newton. Core Themes: Web3 & DeFi Enthusiasm, Bitcoin Advocacy, Community Engagement. * From Grok: @nesdotxyz Not enough posts to summarize! “Curating the next 100 builders. Launching ideas into real Web3 products.”

Q6: Evaluation Factor – Realistic

• Score: 3 of 5
• Decision: Meets intent of the question. Additional input required.
• Rationale: This is the first mention of Sandbox in your grant application. It doesn’t appear Nestora is aligned with the Sandbox. What Sandbox curriculum are you integrating?

Q7: Evaluation Factor – Timely

• Score: 3 of 5
• Decision: Meets intent of the question. No additional input required.
• Rationale: Fully completes before Aug program end date.

Q8: Evaluation Factor – Disclosure

• Score: 4 of 5
• Decision: Meets intent of the question. Additional input required.
• Rationale: What is the nature of ZestHash’s involvement as volunteers?
• From Grok: The X account @ZestHash belongs to Zest, a platform focused on decentralized AI infrastructure, emphasizing community-driven GPU computing and privacy-preserving AI solutions. Recent posts highlight their mission to empower users with accessible, secure, and cost-effective AI tools, including a pinned post about their approach to “AI for all.” They’ve shared updates about partnerships, such as with Aethir, and teased upcoming features like a new website and node-hosting opportunities. No specific controversies or negative sentiments were noted in recent activity. @ZestHash’s recent posts emphasize their mission to democratize AI through decentralized GPU computing and privacy-preserving solutions. Key points from their activity include: Pinned Post (Mission Statement): Zest promotes “AI for all,” aiming to provide accessible, secure, and cost-effective AI infrastructure. They highlight community-driven GPU contributions to power AI applications, positioning themselves as a Web3-based platform for decentralized AI computation.

[Aremion]

Question 2 Response: The total grant amount requested is $3,000, which fully covers Phase 1 of the Nestora initiative. This funding will support awareness campaigns, logistics, materials, and the execution of 2–3 in-person workshops aimed at onboarding at least 100 individuals from local communities into Web3.

While Nestora is designed to scale in future phases including expansion to more regions and the development of the first ever Web3 academy (offline and online) this grant application is solely focused on Phase 1. There are no additional funding requests tied to future phases within this grant.

Future funding and partnership opportunities to support the initiative’s growth will be explored after the successful completion of Phase 1. However, whether or not Nestora scales further within the Sandbox ecosystem will depend entirely on Sandbox’s interest in continuing the partnership. If not, we fully understand and will respectfully explore other aligned collaborators.

Nestora is built for impact first and we’re committed to delivering that with or without long-term commitments.

Question 3 response:
What is the Nestora Initiative?

Nestora is a grassroots Web3 education and onboarding initiative built to introduce underserved communities, particularly in Africa, to the decentralized world. Unlike hype-based Web3 exposure (e.g., airdrops or Ponzi schemes), Nestora focuses on real education, practical exposure, and empowering individuals to become contributors not just consumers in ecosystems like The Sandbox, Ethereum, and others.

The initiative is organized in scalable phases, starting with Phase 1, which aims to build brand trust, awareness, and educational impact in local communities through IRL engagement and foundational learning experiences.

What Does “Creating Awareness for Nestora Initiative” Mean?

This refers to a targeted outreach campaign designed to:

1. Introduce the Nestora brand and mission to local communities

2. Attract and onboard individuals who are curious about Web3

3. Prepare the ground for high-impact IRL workshops

4. Connect Web3 ecosystems (like The Sandbox) with new, authentic communities in a way that’s trust-based and educational

Components of the Awareness Campaign

1. Flyers & Posters (Print & Digital)

Branded designs with simple Web3 messaging (e.g., “Learn to Build in Web3” / “Explore Virtual Worlds like The Sandbox”)

Distributed in schools, hubs, cafes, youth centers, markets

QR codes to register for workshops or join the Nestora Telegram channel

2. Media Announcements

Short-form videos and promo clips introducing Nestora and the workshop experience

Pushed on Twitter (X), Instagram, and WhatsApp groups

Press outreach to local media outlets and blogs for community spotlight

3. Community Info Sessions

Mini pop-up talks or open-air discussions held before the main workshops

Held in accessible spaces: churches, schools, town halls

Led by trained volunteers to answer basic questions and demystify Web3

4. Ambassador & Influencer Support

Engage local micro-influencers in the tech and youth space to amplify workshop signups

Leverage existing Web3 volunteers (e.g., ZestHash) to bring credibility and reach

5. Branded Educational Material

Printed handouts or mini-guides on:

What is Web3

What is The Sandbox

How to use a wallet

What you can build in this space

Why This Matters

This awareness campaign is not just marketing, it’s onboarding infrastructure.
It ensures that when Nestora workshops happen:

Participants already know what to expect

The community trusts the process

We attract the right people eager to learn, build, and contribute

Web3 and Sandbox don’t appear foreign or extractive, but community-driven

Ties to The Sandbox Ecosystem

The Sandbox will be featured in both awareness and training phases as one of the key platforms learners can build on (e.g., via VoxEdit, Game Maker, LAND, etc.)

Posters and materials will include Sandbox branding and references

Early awareness around The Sandbox will help introduce it as a gateway for creativity and digital ownership

Learners will be onboarded into The Sandbox through demo experiences, hands-on activities, and follow-up learning tracks

What Are the Partnerships Being Formed?

During Phase 1 awareness, Nestora will form informal and formal partnerships with:

Local high schools & colleges to host workshops or promote participation

Tech hubs & community centers for venue and credibility support

Youth groups and churches/mosques for broader outreach

Web3 volunteer networks like ZestHash to co-facilitate awareness sessions

These partnerships are not with Sandbox directly, but they are entry points for reaching the right audiences that can be introduced to platforms like Sandbox in a meaningful, local-first way.

End Result of Awareness Campaign

100+ signups for IRL Web3 workshops

At least 2 local media mentions/posts

Sandbox ecosystem introduced to 100 new users

Foundational trust and visibility for Nestora built across 3+ local communities

Question 4 Response:

Nestora Phase 1: Foundation Timeline

Total Duration: July 1 – August 30
Total Grant Requested: $3,000
Objective: Launch the initiative, raise awareness, and execute IRL workshops introducing 100+ individuals to Web3 with platforms like The Sandbox, Ethereum, and other decentralized tools.

Milestone 1: Awareness Campaign Launch

Timeline: July 1 – July 14 (2 weeks)
Budget Allocation: $800 (27%)

Deliverables:

1. Launch Nestora brand & social media channels (X, Telegram, Instagram) – July 1–3

2. Design and distribute 200–300 flyers/posters in local schools, hubs, and cafes – July 4–10

3. Publish 1 introductory video about Nestora and Web3 – July 7

4. Host 2 short pop-up sessions in youth spaces (e.g., school, community hall)= July 11–14

Outcome:

Drive awareness, pre-register workshop participants

Lay groundwork for successful IRL events

Milestone 2: Workshops & IRL Onboarding

Timeline: July 15 – August 20 (5 weeks)
Budget Allocation: $1,600 (53%)

Deliverables:

1. Host 3 IRL Web3 workshops in 3 different local communities:

Workshop 1: July 20

Workshop 2: July 27

Workshop 3: August 10

2. Onboard 100+ individuals (wallet creation, intro to The Sandbox, Ethereum, DAOs, etc.)

3. Provide printed learning guides, local facilitators, and live Sandbox demos

4. Build new partnerships with 5+ schools, hubs, and local institutions

Outcome:

Practical, hands-on learning

Introduce The Sandbox ecosystem to a new audience

Create momentum for further phases

Milestone 3: Reporting & Post-Event Impact

Timeline: August 21 – August 30 (10 days)
Budget Allocation: $600 (20%)

Deliverables:

1. Collect media (photos/videos), testimonials, and feedback from all events

2. Publish a transparent impact report including KPIs and highlights – by August 27

3. Post social media case study recap + video reel – August 28-30

Outcome:

Visibility and documentation of Phase 1 success

Build trust with supporters and partners

Position Nestora for future funding or collaborations

Final Phase 1 KPIs:

Total Individuals Onboarded= 100+

IRL Workshops Hosted= 3

Local Awareness Campaigns 2 Pop-Ups + Flyers

Sandbox Ecosystem Introductions= 100+

Community Partnerships Formed= 5+

Final Public Impact Report= August 30

Question 5 Response:

What is Nest?

Nest is a Web3-native launchpad and incubation platform designed to guide builders from idea to product helping them create real, scalable Web3 startups with long-term impact.

Currently in its community-building and onboarding phase, Nest is recruiting its first 100 builders, a curated group of developers, creatives, founders, and innovators who will form the foundation of the Nest ecosystem.

The Nest Ecosystem Pipeline

Nest isn’t just a launchpad, it’s a full-stack builder journey, with structured stages that support growth at every level:

1. Nestora- Learn and Nurture

“The Nest is where builders hatch.”

Nestora is the education and onboarding wing of the ecosystem, focused on:

Teaching Web3 fundamentals

Hosting IRL + online workshops

Nurturing early interest in blockchain, DAOs, NFTs, and digital ownership

Supporting aspiring builders from local communities

Once learners are confident and passionate enough to start building, they graduate into Nest’s startup-facing track.

2. Nest - Incubate and Build

“The builder’s playground for launching real products.”

Nest provides:

Product design guidance

MVP and prototype support

Mentorship from experienced Web3 founders

Access to technical support, tools, and ecosystem connections

Investor and DAO matchmaking

This is where builders turn ideas into working products with real market feedback and preparation for launch.

3. Launch - Go Public

“Launch anywhere. Build everywhere.”

Once a product is ready, Nest helps the team:

Launch their startup on the blockchain or ecosystem of their choice (Ethereum, Polygon, The Sandbox, etc.)

Pitch to DAOs, VCs, and accelerators

Reach early users and potential partners

Scale through partnerships and ecosystem alignment

What “Curating the Next 100 Builders” Means

Nest is hand-picking 100 early builders who will:

Gain access to this full pipeline (Nestora - Nest - Launch)

Receive mentorship and exposure

Be empowered to build long-term value in Web3 not just chase trends

These are people building DAOs, NFTs, dApps, infrastructure tools, creator platforms, DeFi products, and more.

What “Launching Ideas into Real Web3 Products” Means

Nest isn’t just a place to talk about ideas, it’s where they become real.

With hands-on incubation, practical support, and funding connections, we help turn sketches and whitepapers into usable tools, startups, and protocols.

Current Status:

Phase: Pre-Launch (Onboarding & Brand Building)

Launch Date: August 30, 2025

Now Open: Recruiting the first 100 builders across Africa and beyond

Why It Matters

Nest fills a major gap in the Web3 space, supporting creators from education to execution. Most platforms only support products after they exist. Nest supports the people behind them, from their very first idea.

Summary

Nest is a full-stack ecosystem for Web3 builders.
From learning in Nestora, to building and launching in Nest, we support the entire journey connecting people, tools, funding, and ecosystems to power the next generation of decentralized startups.

Question 6 response:

How Nestora Aligns with The Sandbox Ecosystem

What is Nestora?

Nestora is a grassroots initiative focused on turning Web3-curious individuals into skilled contributors through workshops, real tools, and guided learning.

We’re building a structured curriculum that helps learners:

Understand Web3 concepts

Use decentralized tools responsibly

Move from passive users to active builders

And The Sandbox is a core part of that learning journey.

What Sandbox Curriculum is Nestora Integrating?

Nestora is integrating The Sandbox as a real-world application layer in its curriculum, helping learners:

Understand the value of digital ownership

Explore creativity in the metaverse

Learn hands-on by building in a gamified Web3 environment

Here’s how this looks in detail:

Module 1: Introduction to The Sandbox & the Metaverse

What is The Sandbox?

Understanding LAND ownership and its utility

Overview of $SAND token

Real examples of brands, creators, and communities building in Sandbox

Objective: Show learners that The Sandbox is more than a game, it’s a decentralized virtual economy.

Module 2: Wallet Setup & Platform Navigation

Setting up MetaMask or preferred wallets

Connecting wallet to The Sandbox

Navigating the platform and user dashboard

Objective: Get users comfortable interacting with a real dApp safely and responsibly.

Module 3: Intro to VoxEdit (No-Code 3D Asset Creation)

Install and explore VoxEdit

Learn to create a basic avatar or object

Understand how digital assets can be tokenized

Objective: Spark creative interest and demonstrate that anyone can build.

Module 4: Game Maker Workshop

Live demo or walkthrough of The Sandbox Game Maker

Create a simple game experience or interactive scene

Showcase examples of community-built games

Objective: Teach learners how storytelling, creativity, and design converge in Web3 game development.

Module 5: Monetization & Creator Economy in Sandbox

How to publish and sell assets

Exploring the Creator Fund and LAND monetization

Real use cases: creators earning through The Sandbox

Objective: Inspire learners to see Sandbox as a career path or creative outlet.

Module 6: Project Showcase / Builder Challenge (Optional for advanced learners)

Mini Sandbox design contest using VoxEdit/Game Maker

Winners receive mentorship or feature spotlight

Encourage deeper learning + portfolio creation

Objective: Encourage learners to apply what they’ve learned and take the first step toward contribution.

Why This Integration Matters

Accessible Entry Point: Sandbox’s no-code tools like VoxEdit and Game Maker make it easy for beginners to interact with Web3 creatively, without needing technical skills.

Real-World Use Case: Many learners are visual or creative. Showing how metaverses work helps connect the abstract world of Web3 with something they can touch and feel.

Pathway to Building: Learners can continue exploring careers in virtual design, game development, or NFT asset creation through Sandbox.

Aligned with Nestora’s Mission: Our goal is not just education, but empowerment through creation and Sandbox is the perfect bridge between learning and building.

How It’s Delivered

As part of Nestora’s Phase 1 & Phase 2 IRL Workshops

Supplemented with handouts and screen-based demos

Facilitated by volunteers already familiar with The Sandbox

Future integration into Nestora Online Academy

Summary

Nestora doesn’t just mention The Sandbox, it teaches it.

We’ve designed modules around its tools (VoxEdit, Game Maker), values (creator economy, decentralization), and vision (digital empowerment). Sandbox is a perfect entry point for our learners, and we’re integrating it to help people not just understand Web3 but build in it.

Question 8 Response:
Nature of ZestHash’s Involvement in the Nestora Initiative:

ZestHash is a network of Web3 professionals, educators, and ecosystem builders committed to decentralized education across Africa. In the context of the Nestora Initiative, members of ZestHash are volunteering their expertise to serve as facilitators, instructors, and mentors during the onboarding process.

Their role is not passive, they are core to the delivery of Nestora’s educational workshops and community outreach.

Key Responsibilities of ZestHash Volunteers

1. Educators & Lecturers

Lead sessions on Web3 fundamentals (blockchain, wallets, dApps, DAOs, etc.)

Deliver hands-on training in workshops (e.g., wallet creation, using The Sandbox, Ethereum basics)

Break down complex technical ideas into simple, localized teaching formats

2. Professional Mentors

Provide guidance and Q&A for newly onboarded individuals

Share real-world experience in trading, DeFi, NFTs, content creation, DAOs, etc.

Offer mentorship for learners who want to go beyond the workshop

3. Community Builders

Help organize and coordinate IRL outreach

Bridge local communities with the broader Web3 space

Represent Nestora as professionals who believe in long-term Web3 impact

Why ZestHash is Critical to Nestora

They bring field-tested experience from multiple ecosystems (Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, etc.)

They understand the local audience, having worked across diverse African communities

Their credibility gives trust and quality to the Nestora experience

Their volunteer contribution reduces cost while increasing the depth of instruction

Summary

ZestHash volunteers serve as the frontline educators and mentors of the Nestora Initiative. They are not just assistants, they are the core faculty delivering meaningful, community-rooted, and technically accurate Web3 education.

Through their involvement, Nestora ensures that every person onboarded is learning from real professionals and is guided not just into Web3, but through it.

[Aremion]

Still waiting for your feedback to the reply

[sebga]

Such a long text, partially or entirely generated by AI, is not a good sign and makes me more than skeptical.
Sorry to be so blunt; I don’t want to rush anyone.

[Aremion]

No part of this reply is AI generated…The reason for the lengthy write up was based on the reply to the first proposal…the review and response was obviously due to the fact that enough information was not provided, this lengthy response is more detailed, every part was broken down for a clearer understanding of the proposal. I can attest to this if an interview for the grant approval is required.

[sebga]

Thank you for your answer.
Good luck for your proposition.

[Lanzer]

Can you format this please with bullets and section headers and bolded text

Use * and # and **

In the meantime I’ll read through it as best I can

[Lanzer]

Evaluated on 6/21/2025

Q1: Name of your Grant

• Score: Remains at 4 of 5

Q2: Total Grant amount in USD ($)

• Score: Increased from 2 to 4 of 5
• Decision: Meets intent of the question. No additional input required.
• Rationale: $3K was clarified as being the total grant amount.

Q3: Evaluation Factor – Specific

• Score: Increased from 2 to 3 of 5
• Decision: Meets intent of the question. Additional input required.
• Rationale: From the author “Nestora is a grassroots Web3 education and onboarding initiative built to introduce underserved communities, particularly in Africa, to the decentralized world.” What are the countries of the local communities you will be impacting?

Q4: Evaluation Factor – Measurable

• Score: Increased from 2 to 3 of 5
• Decision: Meets intent of the question. Additional input required.
• Rationale: MS1 is social media posts and IRL flyers, MS2 are IRL workshops, MS3 is impact report

Q5: Evaluation Factor – Accountable

• Score: Remains at 3 of 5
• Decision: Meets intent of the questions. No additional input required.
• Rationale: Explanation is acceptable.

Q6: Evaluation Factor – Realistic

• Score: Remains at 3 of 5
• Decision: Meets intent of the question. Additional input required.
• Rationale: This grant is primarily encompassing IRL workshops.

Nestora doesn’t just mention The Sandbox, it teaches it. We’ve designed modules around its tools

• The way this is worded gives the impression something is already developed. Please supply screenshots or examples of these modules

Q7: Evaluation Factor – Timely

• Score: Remains at 3 of 5

Q8: Evaluation Factor – Disclosure

• Score: Remains at 4 of 5
• Decision: Meets intent of the question. Additional input required.
• Rationale: Does ZestHash have the experience or expertise to be teaching Sandbox workshops? How did you determine they were a good partner for this grant?

[Aremion]

Question 3 Response: The Nestora Initiative will impact local communities across Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya in its early phases, with plans to expand into other African countries such as Uganda, South Africa, Rwanda, and Cameroon through scalable, grassroots Web3 education and onboarding.

Question 4 Response: Yes, MS1, creating awareness through Digital prints (Flyers, Social media posts, Banners, Intro videos and many more), MS2, IRL workshops and finally MS3 is impact report.

Question 6 Response: I’ll provide the link to the Module available on Google docs (Sandbox Training Module - Google Docs)

Question 8 Response: While the ZestHash team brings strong expertise across general Web3 topics including wallets, DeFi, DAOs, and blockchain fundamentals they do not specialize in The Sandbox ecosystem. To ensure high-quality and accurate Sandbox instruction during our workshops, I’ve reached out to Mr. Lanzer, which I’ll be discussing a way for him to connect us with an experienced Sandbox educator or team member.

A portion of the grant budget has been intentionally reserved to cover the cost of this expert’s involvement, who will lead live, hands-on sessions focused on Sandbox tools like VoxEdit and Game Maker. This approach ensures participants receive authentic, ecosystem-aligned training, while ZestHash covers the broader Web3 education.

[Lanzer]

Question 3 Response

Okay, thank you.

@Aremion

Question 6 Response: I’ll provide the link to the Module available on Google docs (Sandbox Training Module - Google Docs)

Have you ever done any of these things yourself? If not, what gives you confidence that you can successfully teach them?

I’ve reached out to Mr. Lanzer, which I’ll be discussing a way for him to connect us with an experienced Sandbox educator or team member.

I…I am Mr. Lanzer. I don’t recall you discussing a way to connect you to an educator. Is me connecting you to an educator an important part of readying ZestHash’s involvement?

cover the cost of this expert’s involvement

Okay, so you have someone in mind. Is me connecting you to an educator going to educate this expert so that they can then educate communities in IRL workshops?

[Aremion]

@Lanzer

Have you ever done any of these things yourself? If not, what gives you confidence that you can successfully teach them?

While I may not have conducted Web3 workshops at scale before, I bring relevant and practical experience in coordinating and delivering educational programs. In the past, I led after-school programs for high school students, which gave me a strong foundation in curriculum planning, engaging young learners, and creating structured learning environments.

In the Web3 space, I’ve been consistently invited to speak in educational Twitter/X Spaces, where I break down complex concepts for beginners and guide them into the ecosystem building trust and growing my credibility as a community educator.

What gives me confidence is not just my personal experience, but also my ability to effectively organize and lead a team of skilled educators (such as the ZestHash volunteers) to co-develop and deliver a well-structured, beginner-friendly Web3 curriculum. I understand how to balance vision with execution ensuring every participant receives clear, actionable, and localized instruction designed for long-term learning.

Together, with a team that complements my strengths, I’m confident we can deliver high-impact onboarding programs that truly empower participants.

[Aremion]

@Lanzer

I…I am Mr. Lanzer. I don’t recall you discussing a way to connect you to an educator. Is me connecting you to an educator an important part of readying ZestHash’s involvement?

You’re right, Mr. Lanzer, in our DMs, I mentioned I had some questions about The Sandbox ecosystem but didn’t follow up immediately because I wanted to first finalize the grant proposal before moving forward. Connecting with a Sandbox educator would indeed be helpful, but it’s not a prerequisite for ZestHash’s involvement. They’ll be handling the general Web3 education, while any Sandbox-specific sessions would benefit from expert support if available.

[Aremion]

@Lanzer

Okay, so you have someone in mind. Is me connecting you to an educator going to educate this expert so that they can then educate communities in IRL workshops?

Yes, I had you in mind since you’re part of The Sandbox team, but if it’s not convenient for you, I’d truly appreciate it if you could connect me with someone you recommend. The goal is for this expert to directly lead or co-host Sandbox sessions during the IRL workshops not to be educated, but to educate and guide our participants effectively.

[Lanzer]

In the past, I led after-school programs for high school students, which gave me a strong foundation

where I break down complex concepts for beginners and guide them

I understand how to balance vision with execution ensuring every participant receives clear, actionable, and localized instruction designed for long-term learning.

Excellent, that’s great to hear. Makes sense to me.

while any Sandbox-specific sessions would benefit from expert support if available

Got it. How many of your sessions would not be Sandbox-specific and what would they cover?

Yes, I had you in mind since you’re part of The Sandbox team

Ah. I see now. I’m not part of the Sandbox team. I’m just a community member that was elected into the grant proposal evaluator role. But that aside, aren’t you talking about IRL workshops? What region are you trying to support?

[Aremion]

@Lanzer

Got it. How many of your sessions would not be Sandbox-specific and what would they cover?

Out of 5 planned sessions, 4 will not be Sandbox-specific. These will cover general Web3 fundamentals such as blockchain basics, wallet setup, NFTs, DAOs, and how to navigate the decentralized ecosystem all leading up to the final session, which will focus specifically on building and creating in The Sandbox.

[Aremion]

@Lanzer

Ah. I see now. I’m not part of the Sandbox team. I’m just a community member that was elected into the grant proposal evaluator role. But that aside, aren’t you talking about IRL workshops? What region are you trying to support?

Since you’ve clarified that you’re not part of the Sandbox team, you’ll kindly help connect us with the core team to assign an educator for live Zoom sessions during our IRL workshops boosting credibility as they witness Nestora’s concrete impact. Nestora focuses on empowering grassroots communities across Africa, starting with Nigeria and expanding to underserved regions through structured Web3 education.

[Lanzer]

Out of 5 planned sessions, 4 will not be Sandbox-specific

Having so many non-Sandbox specific events falls outside the range that this domain can support. I could imagine during the workshops that you show wallet setup of Metamask on Polygon network using SAND, or showing Sandbox NFTs, but this isn’t enough impact for the Sandbox ecosystem.

grassroots communities across Africa, starting with Nigeria

This domain has 4 grants associated with the West African region. With your focus being on onboarding and tutorial workshops, this domain already has a grant that is approved for this. Apologies, I won’t be able to approve this grant.

Do you think you could refocus this grant into an area not already covered by another grant?

[Aremion]

@Lanzer

Having so many non-Sandbox specific events falls outside the range that this domain can support. I could imagine during the workshops that you show wallet setup of Metamask on Polygon network using SAND, or showing Sandbox NFTs, but this isn’t enough impact for the Sandbox ecosystem.

Changes can still be made to refocus the curriculum more around The Sandbox, as the final learning structure hasn’t been locked in yet, we’re open to aligning closely with the ecosystem’s goals.

[Lanzer]

Changes can still be made to refocus the curriculum

Hmmm…well I have approved the max number of grants about tutorials on game maker and vox editor, writing blogs and articles, hosting X spaces, and sandbox DAO statistics.

Is there something else you can think of that I haven’t approved?