Apply for Web3 integration funding

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This category is dedicated to grant submissions for initiatives that strengthen The Sandbox’s presence in the broader Web3 ecosystem. Funding is available for partnerships, technical integrations, and creative collaborations that connect The Sandbox community, assets, and tools with other Web3 platforms and projects.

Eligible projects may include, but are not limited to:
– Integrating The Sandbox avatars, assets, or identity systems into external dApps or metaverses
– Bridging tokens or creating interoperability tools
– Strategic collaborations with Web3 protocols or infrastructure providers
– Co-branded campaigns that increase visibility and adoption across Web3 communities

:writing_hand: How to Apply

Create a New Discussion in this category.

Please follow these instructions:

  1. Click “New Discussion” in the top right corner of the category page.
  2. Fill in the template instructions
  3. Use a clear project title (e.g., “Season 6 – The Lost Temple”)
  4. The DA will review your submission
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[Grant Submission] Helios Universal Group × The Sandbox – Entertainment, Sports & DeFi Integration

Project Name:
Helios Universal Group (HUG)

Website:

One-Liner:
Culture-first entertainment, sports, and DeFi ecosystem connecting streaming, gaming, and sports with Web3.

Brief Description:
Helios Universal Group is building a culture-first Web3 entertainment economy powered by Polygon. Our ecosystem includes:

  • HelioVision+ – token-gated OTT streaming with watch-to-earn rewards

  • Pantheon Football League (PFL) – a professional indoor football league with fan engagement powered by PantheonCoin

  • Heliosphere Hub – a unified platform featuring NFT marketplace, DEX (HelioSwap), and gaming portal

  • HelioCoin (HELI) & EbonyCoin (EBNY) – utility tokens for creators, fans, and transactions

Proposed Sandbox Integration:
We want to extend our ecosystem into The Sandbox to bridge entertainment and sports with immersive Web3 experiences:

  • Sandbox Avatars + PFL: Integrate Sandbox avatars into our Pantheon Football League as fans, players, or team mascots.

  • Streaming Crossovers: Create Sandbox watch parties for HelioVision+ premieres, where users earn HELI tokens through engagement.

  • Co-branded Campaigns: Sandbox × HUG campaigns featuring exclusive NFTs tied to our IPs (Calliope: The First Muse, The Bellman, etc.).

  • Interoperability: Enable HELI and EBNY tokens to be used inside Sandbox environments as rewards, event tickets, and collectibles.

Why This Matters:
This collaboration would:

  • Bring sports, film, and music communities into The Sandbox metaverse.

  • Showcase interoperability between Polygon-native tokens (HELI/EBNY) and Sandbox assets.

  • Expand The Sandbox’s footprint into streaming + live sports, strengthening its role as a hub for culture-driven Web3 adoption.

Funding Request:
We are applying for grant support to fund:

  1. Technical integration (HELI/EBNY wallet + Sandbox asset bridge)

  2. Co-branded campaigns for PFL and HelioVision+ launches inside The Sandbox

  3. Asset/experience design (avatars, stadiums, streaming venues)

Team Advantage:

  • Accepted into Polygon Founders Hub :white_check_mark:

  • Live tokens (HELI, EBNY) with on-chain traction :white_check_mark:

  • In-house film/TV production & sports league operations :white_check_mark:

  • Experienced founder with entertainment, sports, and blockchain expertise :white_check_mark:

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Hello @heliocoin

The correct procedure is to create a new discussion. Unfortunately, the program is about to end, so we don’t have time to review additional issues.