1. Overview
Sandbox Chronicles is a content-driven project focused on creating high-quality, accessible, and consistent written and video content to help educate and onboard creators into The Sandbox ecosystem.
We’re applying for a $2,850 USD one-time grant to purchase essential content creation tools — including a laptop, phone, microphone, and basic video equipment — to enable the production of:
- Educational articles and storytelling threads
- Short-form videos and creator interviews
- Platform explainers and DAO content breakdowns
This project will serve both new users and existing community members, by building an ongoing library of content that’s easy to understand, shareable, and aligned with Sandbox’s values.
2. Problem Identification
The Sandbox is growing — with powerful tools, creative freedom, and DAO-led governance — but most new users still face a common issue:
“I don’t know where to start, who to follow, or what to do here.”
While there are tutorials and docs, there’s a missing layer of human-centered content that:
- Explains the ecosystem in simple language
- Tells stories that inspire creators to join
- Helps people understand the tools, DAO, and community
- Creates emotional connection and builds belonging
Right now, there’s no consistent voice focused on written storytelling, community education, and creator amplification — especially from a writer’s perspective.
3. Our Unique Value & Solution
We’re not building a game or asset — we’re building a media voice for The Sandbox.
As a content writer and storyteller, my strength is in:
- Turning technical topics into clear, engaging narratives
- Finding and amplifying creator stories
- Creating content that educates and builds community trust
The solution is Sandbox Chronicles — an original series of:
- Articles
- Threads
- Short-form videos
- Mini-interviews
- Visual storytelling assets
All made specifically to onboard, educate, and inspire creators — and published openly for the community to use and share.
This isn’t effort for effort’s sake — this is consistent, quality output that people can read, watch, and act on.
4. Goals & Deliverables (90 Days)
What We’ll Deliver:
- 10–12 Written Articles
- 15+ Twitter/X Threads
- 6–8 Short Videos (Reels or Shorts)
- 4 Creator Spotlights (text or video)
- 20+ Visual Assets (quotes, carousels, graphics)
- 1,000+ Clicks to Game Maker, VoxEdit, DAO docs or grant forums
5. Implementation Plan & Milestones
We’ve broken this into 3 clear phases, each with a due date, payment percentage, deliverables, and a short description.
Phase 1: Setup & Launch
- Due: End of Week 3
- Payment: 30% ($855)
- Deliverables:
- Equipment purchased (laptop, phone, mic, etc.)
- Notion board or Google Sheet for content tracking created
- Content plan + publishing calendar
- 2 articles and 2 threads published
- 1 short video: Intro to Sandbox Chronicles
Description:
Laying the foundation: get the tools, set up systems, and begin publishing immediately to signal consistency.
Phase 2: Production & Engagement
- Due: End of Week 7
- Payment: 40% ($1,140)
- Deliverables:
- 4–5 articles published
- 6+ Twitter threads
- 2 short-form videos
- 2 community interviews (text or video)
- Engagement report from X/Twitter
Description:
Steady, high-quality content roll-out. Focus on community education, visibility, and inspiration. Interview creators, simplify tools, and grow reach.
Phase 3: Final Delivery & Roadmap
- Due: End of Week 12
- Payment: 30% ($855)
- Deliverables:
- Remaining 4 articles, 7+ threads, 3+ videos
- 2 more interviews
- 1 public wrap-up thread (summary, learnings, results)
- Proposal or roadmap for Phase 2 (community-led or self-funded)
Description:
Final content push and full delivery. Share transparent results with the DAO and outline how the project will grow beyond this grant.
6. Budget Breakdown (Lean & Impactful)
| Item | Amount (USD) | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Laptop (refurbished M1 or similar) | $700 | Writing, editing, publishing |
| Smartphone with camera | $600 | Video recording, reels |
| Microphone, tripod, lighting | $100 | Clear sound and visuals |
| Editing software & storage tools | $200 | CapCut, Canva, Google Drive |
| Promotion (Twitter ads, collabs) | $400 | Reach and distribution |
| Internet upgrades, cloud backup | $200 | Infra and reliability |
| Contingency buffer | $650 | Flex for gear or tools |
| Total | $2,850 USD | One-time lean setup |
7. Community Impact
This grant directly supports Sandbox’s goals of:
- Onboarding new creators
- Educating community members in simple language
- Telling stories that inspire and retain users
- Creating reusable, open-source content for the ecosystem
This is the kind of evergreen, non-technical content that:
- Complements tutorials and docs
- Humanizes the community
- Helps DAO proposals and tools reach more people
Everything we publish will be publicly accessible, tracked, and reusable by Sandbox, the DAO, or anyone in the ecosystem.
8. About Me
I’m a Web3 writer, storyteller, and educator with a passion for turning information into impact.
- 3+ years in crypto marketing, writing, and content strategy
- Experienced in community education and narrative-driven content
- Strong grasp of behavioral psychology and creator onboarding
- Skilled in writing, scripting, visuals, and short-form video
I’ve created content for DAOs, NFT projects, and DeFi platforms — and now I’m focused on building value for The Sandbox ecosystem through storytelling.
9. How Did You Hear About the Grant Program?
Through my friend and fellow creator @vicwritesall on X, who introduced me to The Sandbox and encouraged me to contribute through my strengths as a writer and storyteller.
TL;DR (Summary)
A $2,850 USD grant to equip a Web3 writer and content creator to produce 90 days of educational, storytelling-based content that supports onboarding, inspiration, and creator visibility in The Sandbox.
We’ll deliver:
- 10+ articles
- 15+ Twitter threads
- 6+ short videos
- 4 creator interviews
- 20+ visual assets
- 1 public wrap-up report
All tracked and documented using a Notion board or Google Sheet.