Thank you 
Can’t wait to start implementing the project.
Happy New Month.
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They said the invoice needs to be corrected. Here are the instructions, are you able to see this file
Yes I’m able to see the file sir. I’ll work on it now. 
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Thank you. DAO Admin Team will review
Good morning sir,
I had to resubmit the invoice again as the currency was suggested to be changed to USDC.
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understood, thank you. I believe I originally said send it in SAND, apologies for that.
I see on the DAO Admin Team status page that your invoice was paid. Please confirm that for me 
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Good morning sir,
Yes the invoice has been paid and the program has kicked off properly. Assembling a team as we speak. I will keep you updated on the progress of the project.
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Excellent, thank you. Reminder that even though there was some delay in milestones and payment, I need you to finish before August 30th please.
Good morning sir,
Yes the ground work is being laid. Assembling a team, also contacted a dev to start working on website. The project has kicked off already. Trying to get partnerships sealed before the end of this week from the two universities.
Can I Dm you ? What’s the best way to get in touch with you ?
Yes DM me through the forums here and I’ll get the message.
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Crypto Elites | Onboarding African Students into Web3 | Blockchain Education & Development
Weekly Program Report — Week 1
Reporting Period: July 7–July 13, 2025
1. Program Overview
This grant program is designed to onboard African students into the Web3 ecosystem through education, community engagement, and practical development opportunities. Our primary goal is to bridge the knowledge gap and empower the next generation of blockchain innovators across the continent.
2. Activities Conducted
a) Campus Visits
• University of Lagos (Tuesday, July 8, 2025)
Visited the Dean of Student Affairs and submitted a formal proposal outlining the objectives, structure, and benefits of the Web3 onboarding initiative for students.
Engaged with student representatives and discussed potential collaboration with relevant student bodies.
• University of Ibadan (Wednesday, July 9, 2025)
Met with administrative staff to introduce the grant program.
Submitted a detailed proposal to the Office of the Dean for review and consideration.
Held informal discussions with student leaders about awareness and onboarding strategies.
3. Proposals Submitted
Two tailored proposals were prepared and submitted:
• University of Lagos — attached as Proposal A
• University of Ibadan — attached as Proposal B
Both documents outline:
• Program objectives
• Target student demographics
• Proposed training modules
• Expected outcomes
4. Key Outcomes
• Established initial contact with the administrative staff at both institutions.
• Had a good interaction with some of the student leaders indicating a strong interest in the program.
• Initiated follow-up channels for further engagement and inquiry.
5. Challenges Faced
• Going through the proper channels and waiting for feedback, with talks of a possible Semester Exam coming up soon, it’s imperative there is a response from the school to properly kick off the program.
• Need for additional materials (presentation decks, onboarding materials) to support follow-up meetings.
6. Next Steps
• Follow up with the Deans’ offices for feedback and approval timelines.
• Prepare detailed onboarding session plans, including training modules and facilitators.
• Design promotional materials to drive student awareness and registration.
• Schedule first awareness workshops for both campuses upon proposal approval.
7. Attachments
• Proposal A — University of Lagos
• Proposal B — University of Ibadan
Prepared by:
Wisdom Alaribe
Project Lead
@mrrightnow_tips
info@thecryptoelites.com
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Crypto Elites | Onboarding African Students into Web3 | Blockchain Education & Development
Weekly Program Report — Week 2
Reporting Period: July 14–July 20, 2025
1. Week Summary
This week marked a major milestone in the growth and activation of the Crypto Elites Grant Program. It was a week of progress, real conversations, and administrative breakthroughs. The program is finally gaining formal traction in our pilot universities with the University of Lagos taking the lead in officially adopting and supporting our initiative.
2. Key Updates
University of Lagos – Activation & Registration
On Thursday, July 17, I returned to the University of Lagos for a scheduled follow-up meeting with the Dean of Student Affairs. We had an open and productive conversation where I laid out a clear vision of the program and what we aim to accomplish by onboarding students into the Web3 space.
The result?
The grant program has been officially registered with the university.
Payment was made for activation and logistical clearance.
We secured two full workshop days within the school premises.
An official approval letter was issued by the Dean’s office authorizing our activities on campus.
Even more encouraging, the university has pledged support for our publicity campaign across the school, helping us create awareness and build momentum among students.
University of Ibadan – Ongoing Engagement
On Friday, July 18, I received a call from the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs at the University of Ibadan, inviting me for a follow-up meeting. I’ll provide further updates as soon as the next engagement is finalized.
3. Team Expansion
To strengthen execution, I’ve brought in a few more seasoned Web3 builders to join the core team as tutors and project assistants:
• Qin
Role: Guest Tutor | Project Assistant
X (Twitter): @nehnyehnwah
• Ozichi
Role: Guest Tutor | Project Assistant
X (Twitter): @bosslady_251
4. Creative & Digital Development
We also made progress on our materials and infrastructure:
Graphic Designer: Currently working on onboarding guides, outreach fliers, logo design, and other visual assets to be used across campuses.
Website Development: We’ve officially contracted a Web3-savvy web developer to build our official site; thecryptoelites.com. Estimated delivery time: 2 weeks.
5. Reflections & Looking Ahead
This week felt like a breakthrough, conversations turned into commitments, and our groundwork is now being transformed into something tangible. We’re building a presence, gaining credibility, and putting together a team that genuinely believes in this mission.
The next phase will involve:
- Finalizing onboarding materials
- Coordinating awareness campaigns
- Preparing for our first on-campus workshops
- Deepening engagement with UI
Prepared by:
Wisdom Alaribe
Project Lead
X (Twitter): @mrrightnow_tips
info@thecryptoelites.com
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Milestone 2 Unlock Request for Web3 Grant Program — Workshop Activation
Dear @Lanzer
I hope this message finds you well.
Following the successful completion of our initial milestone which involved securing institutional approval, engaging stakeholders, and registering the program officially at the Universities, I am pleased to report that we have now received full approval to host the proposed workshop event under the Web3 Grant Program, themed “Onboarding African Students into Web3: Blockchain Education & Development.”
In line with our milestone-based structure, I would like to formally request the release of funds for Milestone 2, which covers:
• Activation and hosting of a 2-day hands-on Web3/Blockchain workshop on campus
• Procurement of logistics and learning materials
• Onboarding of guest speakers
• Provision of branded documentation and certificates
• Light refreshments and technical setup
These activities are scheduled to take place as soon as website goes live, on the first and third week of August and we are committed to maintaining the transparency, quality, and impact outlined in our initial proposal.
We remain deeply appreciative of your support and look forward to pushing forward this important initiative to educate and empower young African talents through blockchain innovation.
Warm Regards,
Wisdom Alaribe
Project Lead
X: @mrrightnow_tips
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What an excellent progress report, @MrRightNow . Thank you for being so detailed.
- Attachments
• Proposal A — University of Lagos
• Proposal B — University of Ibadan
Superb documentation, Wisdom. It is very clear what you are doing and how you are delivering on your milestones.
On Friday, July 18, I received a call from the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs at the University of Ibadan, inviting me for a follow-up meeting. I’ll provide further updates as soon as the next engagement is finalized.
Excellent updates. Thank you. I Google maps’d it and I see they’re 2 hours a part from each other. I see the work you are putting in to make this a success. I’m very excited to see these updates.
To strengthen execution, I’ve brought in a few more seasoned Web3 builders to join the core team as tutors and project assistants:
Where did you meet Qin and Ozichi?
Milestone 2 request approved. Deliverables remain open, see notes in #1 through 3 below.
Application #6 Milestone Approval history
Milestone #2 deliverables per Post #24
1. Facilitate in-depth training for at least 10 students, covering: Blockchain fundamentals, Practical Web3 onboarding, Asset creation in The Sandbox
- 2025 Jul 24: Posts #54, #55, #56 all show the planning and meetings with the university staff, pictures of the university, and letters of intent. There is no documentation for the in-depth training of at least 10 students.
- 2025 Jul 29: Per Post #65: I approved Wisdom’s milestone release payment ahead of the deliverable. Milestone 2 will remain open until all deliverables are delivered and accepted. Milestone 3 will not release before the deliverables of Milestone 2 are accepted.
2. Certify participants upon completion (certificates, submissions, or snapshots will be provided).
- 2025 Jul 24: Unable to find in posts #54, #55, #56 documentation for participants completed the training.
- 2025 Jul 29: Per Post #65: I approved Wisdom’s milestone release payment ahead of the deliverable. Milestone 2 will remain open until all deliverables are delivered and accepted. Milestone 3 will not release before the deliverables of Milestone 2 are accepted.
3. Launch and support university-based Web3 communities: At least one club will host a Sandbox-focused workshop or project showcase.
- 2025 Jul 24: Unable to find in posts #54, #55, #56 documentation that a Web3 community was launched. There is documentation for correspondence between CryptoElites and the universities. Is this the club you are referring to?
- 2025 Jul 29: Per Post #65: I approved Wisdom’s milestone release payment ahead of the deliverable. Milestone 2 will remain open until all deliverables are delivered and accepted. Milestone 3 will not release before the deliverables of Milestone 2 are accepted.
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Dear @Lanzer
Thank you for your thoughtful review, detailed observations, and continued support of our initiative. I truly appreciate your recognition of the groundwork we’ve laid and the effort going into bridging Web2-Web3 education across Nigerian universities.
Please find my responses to your specific concerns below:
- In-depth training for at least 10 students
Your concern:
“There is no documentation for the in-depth training of at least 10 students.”
The groundwork for this deliverable has been laid, but we are not yet at the execution stage due to a lack of funds to organize physical training sessions. The meetings with the Deans and university approval letter were key foundational steps, which secured us physical venues, and institutional access.
However, to deliver the in-depth training:
• We need funds to mobilize the tutors, provide training materials, and cover transportation/logistics for the sessions.
• The training will cover modules like Blockchain Fundamentals, Wallet Setup, Decentralized Identity, Navigating The Sandbox Game Maker & VoxEdit tools, and smart contracts.
- Certification of Participants
Your concern:
“Unable to find documentation for participants who completed the training.”
As training has not commenced due to the pending approval of Milestone 2 funding, no participants have been certified yet. However:
• Certificate templates are already in design, which includes Sandbox-branded completion badges.
• A follow-up post will feature participant photos, wallet addresses (for POAPs or NFTs), and airdrop of sandbox assets.
• The certification is tied directly to the in-person training and project showcase, which we are prepared to roll out within 7 days of funding.
- Launch and Support of Web3 Communities
Your concern:
“Unable to find documentation that a Web3 community was launched.”
The Web3 clubs are in the formation stage; pending the onboarding of trained students who will form the leadership base.
• At the University of Lagos, our community Crypto Elites and the Sandbox DAO has been registered as a partner with the school’s innovation hub to foster blockchain adoption. We are scheduled to host our first physical workshop and club induction as soon as funding is approved.
• At the University of Ibadan, we have received an invitation for a formal planning meeting with the Dean of Student Affairs (as mentioned in the update). This will solidify our position as a campus-recognized body for blockchain innovation.
The documentation for these clubs including flyers, onboarding forms, social groups, and registration forms, will be part of the next post update once the students are officially trained and assigned roles within the community structure.
Why Funding is Critical to Achieving Milestone 2
1. Training Execution Requires Physical Presence & Logistics
• Tutors & Technical crew (Qin, Ozichi, and the technical crew) must be mobilized for each workshop event.
• Campus internet/power infrastructure is often unreliable, offline resources, printed materials, and training devices must be secured.
• Student incentives (snacks, T-shirts, books, pens, stickers) greatly boost participation and engagement.
2. Student Retention Requires Structured Programs
• Without real-time workshops and follow-up mentorship, most students drop off after initial digital exposure. Physical workshops with Sandbox usage demonstrations is vital to retention.
3. Deliverables Are Time-Sensitive
• University exams resume in August/September, and we must complete these programs before academic pressures kick in and also before the approved date of August, 30th.
4. We Have Secured Institutional Buy-in, it is time to Execute
• Delaying this milestone may result in loss of momentum, rescheduling, or withdrawal of university interest.
Final Note
I completely understand your diligence in upholding the integrity of this process. Please rest assured that we are not only aware of what’s required, but have already laid all the groundwork. We are simply at the point where execution depends on the approval of Milestone 2 funding.
Qin @nehnyehnwah & Ozichi @bosslady_251 are seasoned and experienced web3 community builders and are also a part of several communities I’m in, from the Crypto Elites community to Apechain Africa community as well.
I and the ladies are a team on X, where we host weekly spaces on Apechain every Mondays themed APECHAIN ALPHA.
They have a lot of passion and dedication to making this grant project successful and their inputs have been great so far.
We remain fully committed to The Sandbox ecosystem’s success and building a model for future replication across African campuses.
Thank you for your time and continued support.
Warm regards,
Wisdom Alaribe
Founder, The Crypto Elites
X: @MrRightNow_Tips
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Milestone deliverables are what you submit to unlock funding, Wisdom. They come before the funds are released.
I thought we already settled this last month?
Good day Sir,
I re-ordered all the milestones in that request, and for each milestone to be delivered, I specified we needed funding to actualize.
The initial funding received was for milestone 1 to be delivered, of which we have made lots of progress on.
For Milestone 2 we have decided on dates for the workshop and fliers have been rolled out to the appropriate communication channels for follow up and publicity.
It is imperative we get funding as soon as possible to start acquiring onboarding materials and planning for logistics for our workshop event.
Kindly see attached document
Wisdom,
Rework your milestones please. We do not release funding ahead of the deliverables being delivered.
The only advanced payment releasable for milestone #2 is milestone #1s payment.
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Revised Milestone Payment Request
Program: Onboarding African Students into Web3
Total Grant: $3,000 | Duration: 1-2 Months
Completed: Milestone 1 ($900 Disbursed)
Milestone 1: Foundation Setup & Program Activation
Status: Completed
Funds Received: $900
Period: Month 1
Summary of Activities & Use of Funds:
• University of Lagos Activation & Hall Registration – $200
• Sponsorship of Mr. & Miss Unilag (Visibility & Admin Buy-In) – $100
• Transportation (Coordinator Meetings, Dean’s Office, Outreach) – $100
• Website Development (Program Hub) – $400
• Design (Community Logo, Flyers, Web Assets) – $100
Key Deliverables Completed:
• Project curriculum structure and onboarding documentation (Blockchain Fundamentals, The Sandbox, Voxel Art)
• Activation of a Sandbox Guild in a University in Africa.
• Recruitment campaigns & partnership with student bodies
• Establishment of program infrastructure (visual identity)
Milestone 2: Web3 Training Implementation & Student Community Launch
Proposed Period: Month 2
Pre-Requested Payment: $1,200
Payment Structure: Funding requested upfront is justified for pre-implementation logistics.
Objective:
Launch full training sessions, engage at least 10 students in hands-on education, and activate a Sandbox community on campus.
After receipt of funding and conducting workshop on two different days we will provide 
• Documentation of training sessions (photos/videos)
• A data of students registered into the program
• An article on X of student-led workshops or community events
• Visual proof of Sandbox use in training
Justification for Upfront Funding (Before Submission of Deliverables)
• The implementation costs, facilitation, logistics, has to be covered in advance. Without this, workshops and certification cannot be achieved.
• We are bringing in a high-quality media & sound technician and a videographer for the workshop events.
• More work will be done by the graphic designer from designing large banners for broad visibility on workshop days. Certificates designs, designs to be printed on onboarding materials.
• These Onboarding materials needs to be readily available for each workshop days (Sandbox themed T-shirts, caps, pens, books, stickers)
• On the workshop days, there will be internet logistics, refreshments, secondary power source systems.
• Team & Guest Tutors also need funding support to show up at the event.
Pre-Payment Funding Usage Plan:
• Facilitation and Workshop Coordination Fees – $300
• Certification Design (Graphics) – $100
• Team & Mentors - $600
• Community Activation Materials (e.g., banners, shirts, caps, books, pens, sandbox themed stickers) – $200
Milestone 3: Final Impact Delivery & Program Sustainability
Proposed Period: Month 2
Requested Payment: $900
Objective:
Turn program outputs into tangible student outcomes and support standout students with $SAND tokens, and also connecting them to Web3 opportunities.
• Final Impact Report (Social media or web article summarizing training outcomes)
• Showcase of at least one student-led project using The Sandbox
• students exposed to internships, gigs, or community roles
• Event recap and final presentation (media highlights)
Use of Funds:
• Project Coaching & Mentorship – $400
• Best 10 Students Grant ($50) each -$500
Sir @Lanzer, while I acknowledge your model of post-delivery disbursement, I kindly request a flexible milestone structure that recognizes the operational costs required to produce deliverables.
Without upfront funding in each milestones, the project cannot be executed properly. This creates delays or risk to quality of the project.
We are committed to full transparency and prompt reporting after each activity. A timely funding will ensure the project’s continued success and visibility for The Sandbox ecosystem on campus.
Warm Regards,
Wisdom Alaribe
Founder, Crypto Elites
info@thecryptoelites.com
X: @MrRightNow_tips
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