TacOvation! Recognition Program - Nietta

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[Niettabtc]

1) Total Grant Amount: $1600

2) Project Description:
The #TacOvation Recognition Program is designed to enhance community engagement and foster a culture of appreciation within the Stacks Community. By allowing members to award virtual tacos (🌮) to each other on social media platforms, the program creates a unique and fun way to recognize and celebrate contributions, support, and positive actions. Participants can nominate fellow members for their exemplary efforts, share impactful stories, and promote positivity through this innovative recognition system. #TacOvation aims to build a stronger, more connected community by making recognition both meaningful and enjoyable. Get ready to Taco 'Bout Some Serious Recognition!

3) Impact:

Qualitative:
The program will enhance community morale, encourage active participation, and strengthen relationships among community members. It provides a tangible way to acknowledge and celebrate both small and significant contributions within the community.

Quantitative:

• Expect 100 community members (20 members across 5 tracks) to interact with the program weekly on Console and X/Twitter.
• Anticipate over 20,000 impressions per month
• Aim to attract 50+ live audiences and 200 total viewers for each Community Highlight/Showcase event.

4) Project Timelines, Milestones, and Deliverables:

Kick-off payment: 50% - $800

Purpose: Cover initial costs, including the first half of the designer's (Nietta) fee and initial setup expenses.

Milestone 1: Initial Setup and Soft Launch - 25% - $400 - Date: 1st September 2024

Deliverables:

• Develop recognition guidelines and point allocation rules.
• Create social media templates.
• Roll out Soft Launch (Phase 1) on social media platforms starting on September 1st.
• Collect and integrate community feedback throughout September.

Milestone 2: V2 Implementation and Community Engagement – 25% - $400 - Date: 1st October 2024

Deliverables:

• Hard Launch (Phase 2) implementation on October 1st.
• Completion of all marketing materials to include social media templates, ‘How to’ guides, Brand Guidelines, artwork and logos.
• Collect and integrate community feedback throughout October.

Milestone 3: Phase 3 Rollout and Sustainability Assessment:
(Project hopes to continue successfully beyond the initial funding period through community support and alternative funding sources, as this outside of DeGrants’ scope)

Deliverables:
Continue only if Phases 1 and 2 are successful; launch Phase 3 implementation on November 1st.
Collect and adjust based on feedback throughout November.

5) Is/Will this Project be Open-Sourced?
Yes - The #TacOvation guidelines and program will be developed as an open-source project, ensuring transparency and allowing contributions from the wider community.
The project's documentation will be hosted on a public repository (e.g., GitHub/Google Drive), where contributors can easily access, review, and contribute to the project. Regular updates and community feedback will be incorporated to ensure the project remains relevant and effective.

6) ZeroAuthorityDAO Profile Link:
https://zeroauthority.xyz/profiles/SP27G4BAETJAXHDNCGVAC2036476MC3BE9K87CJ2D

[Niettabtc]

Milestone 1: Initial Setup and Soft Launch

Date: 1st September 2024 – 30th September 2024

Deliverables:

Develop Recognition Guidelines

Recognition guidelines were developed prior to the soft launch. These guidelines ensure fair and meaningful recognition of contributions within the community.

• Canva Link: Tacovation Recognition Guidelines

• X Post Link: Tacovation Recognition Guidelines Post

1.1 Develop Brand Kit (In Progress):

The #Tacovation Brand Guideline is being developed as a comprehensive tool for community members to reference when creating or building content utilizing the brand. The kit includes design elements, logo usage rules, colour schemes, and typography to ensure consistency and cohesion across all platforms.

The Brand Kit is approximately 70% complete and can be accessed publicly here: Tacovation Brand Kit.

2. Create Social Media & Nomination Templates

A series of social media and nomination templates were designed to support the #Tacovation program’s launch, making posts visually engaging and easy to replicate for community members. Social posts began through Nietta’s personal account, transitioning to the Stackslink account once established.

• Canva Link (Nomination Template): Nomination Template

• Canva Link (Social Media Tiles): Social Media Tiles

3. Roll out Soft Launch (Phase 1) on Social Media Platforms starting 1st September - 30th September 2024

The program’s initial phase was launched across Twitter (X), encouraging community interaction and recognition. The hashtag #Tacovation was created to track social interactions with the program and nominations posted on X.
Launch and Prelaunch Posts:

• Post 1
• Post 2
• Post 3

4. Collect and Integrate Community Feedback throughout September

Feedback was collected through various avenues to improve the initial launch, with regular updates to the program based on this feedback. These insights will be carried into Phase 2.

• Example: Community Feedback

4.1 Nomination and Data Collection

Nominations were collected via a Google Form and stored in a Google Sheet. This data was used to determine the top 5 nominees and top 5 nominators.

• Nomination Link: Google Form
• Google Sheet: Nomination Data

4.2 Winners Announcement

Winners were announced on 3rd September 2024 at 9 AM EST via a live Stacklink Xspace hosted by Nietta, Goodkitty, and Peacelove Music.

• Play the Recording: Xspace Recording

A follow-up post was made to confirm all winners:

• Top Nominator Winners: Link to Post
• Top Nominees Winners: Link to Post

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Hi @Niettabtc Milestone 1 is approved. Sorry missed this!

Milestone 1: Initial Setup and Soft Launch - 25% - $400 - Date: 1st September 2024

Deliverables:

    Develop recognition guidelines and point allocation rules.
    Create social media templates.
    Roll out Soft Launch (Phase 1) on social media platforms starting on September 1st.
    Collect and integrate community feedback throughout September.

Hi @shaktistacks please kindly distribute payment for Nietta! <3

Are you still on track to completing Milestone 2 and 3 (Milestone 3 out side of DeGrants scope payment wise)?

[Niettabtc]

Milestone 3: Phase 3 Rollout and Sustainability Assessment

Date: 1st November 2024 – 1st December 2024

Deliverables:

Launch Phase 3 Implementation

Phase 3 of the #Tacovation program successfully launched on November 1st, following the accomplishments of Phases 1 and 2. This phase focuses on reinforcing community engagement and expanding the program’s foundation for long-term sustainability.

Collect and Adjust Based on Feedback Throughout November

Feedback collection from community members is ongoing throughout November. Early insights have already informed initial adjustments to the program, with further updates planned as additional feedback is received. This process will continue through the end of November to ensure all relevant perspectives are captured and incorporated. The cumulative feedback will provide a comprehensive understanding of the program’s effectiveness and guide final adjustments before the milestone concludes on December 1st.

Additional Updates and Progress

Airdrop Initiative:
A special Halloween NFT was created as a reward for Tacovation participants. This NFT will be airdropped to all award recipients and runners-up, adding an extra layer of recognition and appreciation for community contributions.

Collection Link:
https://stacks.gamma.io/collections/tacovation-recognition-program/1

New Program Roles:

Ambassador:
ReeceSwanepoel.btc was onboarded as an ambassador, strengthening outreach efforts and supporting the program’s visibility within the community.

Social Media Lead:
PeaceLoveMusic.btc was onboarded as the Social Media Lead to manage community engagement and content distribution effectively.

To further expand our reach and community impact, we aim to onboard two more ambassadors in the coming months, fostering broader support and engagement across the community.

Development of the TacoMeter and Nomination Process:
A well-known and respected developer within the community, who wishes to remain anonymous, is currently working on building the TacoMeter and refining the nomination process. This development aims to ensure the complete decentralization of the program’s operations, aligning with the project’s mission for transparency and community-driven governance.

Early Stage Brainstorming for Sustainability:
Efforts to secure alternative funding and increase community support are in the brainstorming stage. Initial ideas are being explored to maintain interest and incentivize ongoing nominations, with the goal of ensuring the program’s sustainability beyond the initial funding period.

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Hi @Niettabtc amazing effort. I think from the social, I feel many people enjoy being shoutouted out more publicly and recognized. It nurtures good culture and positivity I feel. Kudos to you!

Milestone 2 is approve.
Milestone 3 is achieved too from what I can see, but it is outside of grant funding scope.

Tysm Nietta!

If you are free for an interview with PeaceLove I'm sure he would more than welcome to have you on to highlight the amazing work you've done on DeOrganized.

@shaktistacks Please kindly disburse final fund at your convenience. Tysm!

Milestone 2: V2 Implementation and Community Engagement – 25% - $400 - Date: 1st October 2024
Milestone 3: Phase 3 Rollout and Sustainability Assessment:
(Project hopes to continue successfully beyond the initial funding period through community support and alternative funding sources, as this outside of DeGrants’ scope)