Authors: @HumbertoBesso
The main discussion took place in this forum post.
This proposal requests $30,000 USD in funding for a 3-month pilot phase to establish a mobile Local Community Scroll Node in Mexico, operating via the "Urbanika" bus. This initiative aims to be a dynamic, hyper-local operational arm of Scroll, traveling across Mexico to source, onboard, and support founders and Web3 builders. Support will be delivered through a hybrid Venture Studio/Grant-Prep model, providing intensive mentorship and workshops via a hybrid (online/IRL) cohort program facilitated by a network of national allies.
This program does not involve taking equity. Instead, participants commit to building exclusively within the Scroll ecosystem for at least one year post-program. Success will be measured by the number of Mexican teams joining Open Zero and Open Campus, as well as the number of Mexican teams receiving grants. Additional metrics to measure are contributions to the Scroll network growth (TVL, Transactions, MAUs). The primary expected outcome is the successful launch of a pilot cohort, demonstrating a viable model for talent onboarding and ecosystem growth for Scroll in Mexico, with measurable results within the 3-month timeframe.
Mexico presents a significant opportunity for Scroll, boasting a vibrant tech community, strong university networks, favorable government experimentation, a large digital remittance market, and growing DeFi adoption. This program directly supports the Scroll DAO Local Nodes program's goals by:
The "Urbanika" bus offers unique reach across Mexico, maximizing talent discovery and visibility. This hybrid model blends the intensive support of a Venture Studio with the flexibility and ecosystem-alignment of a grant preparation program, focusing on measurable contributions to Scroll's network health and builder community growth.
Mexican-focused research: This local node will begin by identifying founders and talented builders, mapping their locations, the verticals they are working in, their pain points, and the traction they’ve got.
Mobile Unit (Urbanika Bus): The core outreach and engagement hub, outfitted and branded (co-created Scroll theme design needed).
National Network: Onboarding activities are carried out locally via the bus and allies. The cohort program is catered by cross-efforts from ongoing initiatives in the region, such as those coming from Eth Mexico. This extensive network of allies will bring cross-industry and multi-disciplinary expertise and resources
Hackathon head hunting. Mexican winners from hackathons will be contacted to funnel them to the Open Economy Program.
Builder Program (Hybrid VS/Grant-Prep Model):
Pilot Tour (3 Months):
Project Management: Tracked via shared tools. Regular syncs with allies and Scroll Foundation.
We have started working (besides creating this proposal). We will already give a workshop and a conference about Scroll for a university in Mexico on June 6th.
The following activities may vary as we make agreements with local communities in Mexico City and Puebla.
May
June
July
Our activities for August will be updated soon based on our conversations.
| Category | Monthly Cost (USD) | Total 3-Month Cost (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Leader | $1,250 | $3,750 | Oversees the entire operation. |
| Public relations support and event organization support | $1,250 | $3,750 | Onboarding of cohort members, mentors, and allies + Event design & logistics |
| Builder Program Manager | $1,250 | $3,750 | Manages cohort, curriculum, mentors. |
| Mentors | $1,250 | $3,750 | Masterclass creation & on-demand support (~$40-60/hr). |
| Social media | $500 | $1,500 | Posts and generates content. |
| Bus Operations | $1,500 | $4,500 | Exclusiveness agreement, branding, fuel, insurance, set up of events, co-work space, maintenance, driver, WiFi. |
| Program & Events | $1000 | $3,000 | Materials, online tools, minimal IRL logistics (using free ally spaces). |
| Ally Network Incentives | $1,000 + $2,000= $3,000 | Finder's fees for 10 founders ($100 each) & Success commissions ($200 post-cohort). | |
| Buffer budget | $3,000 | To cover unexpected scenarios | |
| TOTAL | $7,500 | $30,000 |
Note: Funds managed via multi-sig.
Desired Outcome: Successfully pilot a mobile builder program that prepares high-quality Mexican founders to build impactful projects on Scroll and contribute measurably to the ecosystem, priming them for official Scroll support channels.
Success Metrics (Pilot Phase):
Tracking: CRM of attendees, surveys, event sign-ins, ally reports, Scroll chain data (post-pilot), application tracking to Scroll programs, monthly syncs, quarterly forum updates.
This proposal outlines a 3-month, $30k pilot for the "Urbanika Builder Program" – a mobile Scroll Node initiative in Mexico. Merging intensive support inspired by Venture Studios with the flexibility and ecosystem focus of a grant-prep program (without taking equity). This action plan leverages the Urbanika bus and a national ally network. The program aims to cultivate dedicated Scroll builders, measured by their contribution to network growth and success in accessing further Scroll resources. This unique, non-equity model fosters deep ecosystem alignment and strengthens the pipeline of Mexican talent building on Scroll.