The GMC has concluded discussions and scoring for the Round 23 (March 7 - April 7) Grants/Bounties/RA Award Round.
This post also begins the fourteen-day clock during which, according to RPIP-15, “[a]nyone MAY file an RPIP disputing a grant, bounty, or retrospective award within two weeks of the announcement of recipients. Such an RPIP SHALL be subject to a snapshot vote.” Any awards not subject to such a challenge will become official on May 10, 2025 at 23:59 UTC.
Current GMC Roster
- Ken
- Waq
- Dr Doofus
- Destroyaaa
- Steely
- Kevster.eth
- sckuzzle
- LenofTawa
- ramana
Application Breakdown
- Total Grant Applications: 1
- Total Bounty Applications: 0
- Total Retro Applications: 0
- Total Applications Transferred From Last Round: 0
- Total Amount Grants / Bounties / Retros Requested: $12,800
- Total Amount Incoming Funds This Period: $16,200
- Total Amount Reserves: $355,000
USD values calculated at the time GMC began deliberating on applications.
Awards, Average Overall Scores
| Number | Applicant | Title | Decision | Avg Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GA232501 | Between The Lines Media | Video Content | Decline | 1.57 |
Detailed Award Results
Name: Video Content
Proposer: Between The Lines Media
Type: Grant
Subcommittee: All
Link to Application: Round 23 - GMC Call for Grant Applications - Deadline is April 7 - #2 by betweenthelines
Decision: Decline
Requested Funding: $12,800
Score: 1.57
Comments: The GMC declines funding for the Between the Lines Media – Video Content proposal, citing overlap with existing content initiatives and current budget constraints.
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Acknowledging Value:
While additional media can support community growth, the proposal closely overlaps with work already being produced by contributors like sleety. In the current treasury environment, only critical and clearly differentiated initiatives can be prioritized. -
Ensuring Responsible Funding:
The requested amount was considered high for the proposed content volume and impact. Without a clear, cohesive plan and given stronger alternatives already in place, the GMC determined the proposal is not a responsible use of limited funds. -
Supporting Strategic Focus:
Declining this proposal allows the GMC to preserve resources for initiatives that directly strengthen protocol infrastructure and address more immediate needs.
Member Participation
All members participated in the decision process. Eight out of nine members submitted their decisions on time.
Final Voting Stages
There were no amendments declared during this period, and no members chose to reject the final vote slate.
Savings Plan Announcement
The GMC has carefully discussed the current state of the treasury and the need for a proactive approach to ensure sufficient funding to continue operations.
Over the next few days, the committee will announce a series of cost-saving measures.
Future Awards
During this time of treasury distress, the GMC would like to reiterate its strong preference for grants over retroactive awards—especially for development work. Pre-approval is important and appropriate for development features. Grant applications should be scoped in advance to ensure alignment and accountability.
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