VanityBunny.md

[ArtEMpress]

Project Abstract

Please replace these instructions with a brief description of your project summarising key points (1-2 paragraphs).

If your application is a follow-up to a previous grant, please mention which one in the first line of the abstract and include a link to previous pull requests if applicable.

Grant level

• Level 1: Up to $10,000, 2 approvals
• Level 2: Up to $30,000, 3 approvals
• Level 3: Unlimited, 5 approvals (for >$100k: Web3 Foundation Council approval)

Application Checklist

• The application template has been copied and aptly renamed (project_name.md).
• I have read the application guidelines.
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• The initial PR contains only one commit (squash and force-push if needed).
• The grant will only be announced once the first milestone has been accepted (see the announcement guidelines).
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[keeganquigley]

Hi @ArtEMpress thanks for the application, however you are trying to modify the application template itself. Instead, can you please copy the template and create a new file (in the applications folder) with the title of your project? i.e. vanity-bunny.md or something similar.

Additionally, please fill out the above checklist and also select the appropriate level for the grant. Thanks!

[ArtEMpress]

Hi Keegan, Thanks, however I am unable to understand what is required of me. I am an artist and lack the knowledge in coding and the correct usage of Github. Are you please able to guide me through this? Regards, Manavi

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On Fri, 24 May 2024 at 15:31, Keegan | W3F ***@***.***> wrote: ***@***.**** requested changes on this pull request. Hi @ArtEMpress <https://github.com/ArtEMpress> thanks for the application, however you are trying to modify the application template itself. Instead, can you please copy the template and create a new file (in the applications folder) with the title of your project? i.e. vanity-bunny.md or something similar. Additionally, please fill out the above checklist and also select the appropriate level for the grant. Thanks! — Reply to this email directly, view it on GitHub <#2316 (review)>, or unsubscribe <https://github.com/notifications/unsubscribe-auth/BIU6VIKGZ5NCTL7SU7WY2V3ZD5FMHAVCNFSM6AAAAABIHN4IW6VHI2DSMVQWIX3LMV43YUDVNRWFEZLROVSXG5CSMV3GSZLXHMZDANZXGA4TGOBYGM> . You are receiving this because you were mentioned.Message ID: ***@***.***>

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[keeganquigley]

@ArtEMpress ah ok thanks for letting me know. In that case, maybe its easier to ask if you can elaborate a bit here on what you want to build? As the W3F classic grants program is a technical one, so typically they include some sort of software development. Is the application primarily for creating the NFT collection? But not hosting it or creating a platform?

[ArtEMpress]

Hi Keegan, I wish to build a community of like minded individuals and advocates for the cause these NFTs stand for, i.e. Empowering Women and Creating Social Reform in the Beauty sector through Cruelty-free Cosmetics. It stands for Animal Welfare, as the NFTs are represented by a 'Bunny', which is a symbol for establishing ethical beauty standards, along with being a Fun, Stylish, Pop- Iconic and Glamorous siren. As an artist, I have built the NFT collection (including the traits, etc). However, I am looking to approach the right brands and organisations who would like to collaborate. Yes, I am also looking to host it. What would creating a platform to host it mean, though? Regards, Manavi

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On Fri, 24 May 2024 at 17:03, Keegan | W3F ***@***.***> wrote: @ArtEMpress <https://github.com/ArtEMpress> ah ok thanks for letting me know. In that case, maybe its easier to ask if you can elaborate a bit here on what you want to build? As the W3F classic grants program is a technical one, so typically they include some sort of software development. Is the application primarily for creating the NFT collection? But not hosting it or creating a platform? — Reply to this email directly, view it on GitHub <#2316 (comment)>, or unsubscribe <https://github.com/notifications/unsubscribe-auth/BIU6VIID3FRO7RN5TQC2DV3ZD5QEBAVCNFSM6AAAAABIHN4IW6VHI2DSMVQWIX3LMV43OSLTON2WKQ3PNVWWK3TUHMZDCMRZHA4TEMRZGQ> . You are receiving this because you were mentioned.Message ID: ***@***.***>

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[keeganquigley]

Hi @ArtEMpress thanks for your explanation, much appreciated. In this case, I don't believe the W3F grants program is a great fit for this project, as we are a technical program that aims to fund Polkadot core tech & tooling, and W3F doesn't typically collaborate through partnerships.

To answer your question, it sounds like building an NFT platform wouldn't be needed in this case since you have already built the collection and are looking for a place to house it. In your case, I would recommend checking out the various NFT platforms built on Polkadot. For example, KodaDot's Artist Ambassador Program might be a better fit, as it offers many benefits for new NFT artists, such as financing minting costs, collaboration including spotlighting & promoting your collection, etc.

Let me know if this sounds good to you.

[ArtEMpress]

Thanks so much Keegan, I'll have a look at the Artist Ambassador Program. Are you able to refer any more links which might be helpful to connect me with collaborative opportunities and help with promoting/ marketing my collection please? Thanks again, Manavi

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On Wed, 29 May 2024 at 17:00, Keegan | W3F ***@***.***> wrote: Hi @ArtEMpress <https://github.com/ArtEMpress> thanks for your explanation, much appreciated. In this case, I don't believe the W3F grants program is a great fit for this project, as we are a technical program that aims to fund Polkadot core tech & tooling, and W3F doesn't typically collaborate through partnerships. To answer your question, it sounds like building an NFT platform wouldn't be needed in this case since you have already built the collection and are looking for a place to house it. In your case, I would recommend checking out the various NFT platforms <https://wiki.polkadot.network/docs/learn-nft-projects> built on Polkadot. For example, KodaDot's Artist Ambassador Program <https://hello.kodadot.xyz/be-part-of-kodadot/kodadots-programs/artist-ambassador-program> might be a better fit, as it offers many benefits for new NFT artists, such as financing minting costs, collaboration including spotlighting & promoting your collection, etc. Let me know if this sounds good to you. — Reply to this email directly, view it on GitHub <#2316 (comment)>, or unsubscribe <https://github.com/notifications/unsubscribe-auth/BIU6VIL3O5VZNKYES7VVA33ZEX3Q5AVCNFSM6AAAAABIHN4IW6VHI2DSMVQWIX3LMV43OSLTON2WKQ3PNVWWK3TUHMZDCMZXG43DCMJQGU> . You are receiving this because you were mentioned.Message ID: ***@***.***>

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[keeganquigley]

Hi @ArtEMpress you can check our wiki for more resources and see other grants programs in our ecosystem. I'm not sure which ones are geared towards NFT collections specifically, but generally I would recommend checking with some of the parachains that support NFTs, such as Astar network.

Thanks again for your time in applying, and I will go ahead and close this PR, but let me know if you have further questions.

[ArtEMpress]

Thanks so much Keegan, I'll have a look at the pages you mentioned. Sure you can close this PR, thanks so much for your insights once again Regards, Manavi <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail> Virus-free.www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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On Mon, 3 Jun 2024 at 10:29, Keegan | W3F ***@***.***> wrote: Hi @ArtEMpress <https://github.com/ArtEMpress> you can check our wiki <https://wiki.polkadot.network/docs/grants> for more resources and see other grants programs in our ecosystem. I'm not sure which ones are geared towards NFT collections specifically, but generally I would recommend checking with some of the parachains that support NFTs, such as Astar network. Thanks again for your time in applying, and I will go ahead and close this PR, but let me know if you have further questions. — Reply to this email directly, view it on GitHub <#2316 (comment)>, or unsubscribe <https://github.com/notifications/unsubscribe-auth/BIU6VIKAR7PDWLSLIAKPQHTZFQZOVAVCNFSM6AAAAABIHN4IW6VHI2DSMVQWIX3LMV43OSLTON2WKQ3PNVWWK3TUHMZDCNBUG4ZDENRUHE> . You are receiving this because you were mentioned.Message ID: ***@***.***>

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