Basic Information

Application Status Summary

Score Overview and Reviewer Comments

→ Total Average Score: 13.83 / 16

"Clear, well-written, outcomes and partner identified, web3 use well communicated”

”A well-structured proposal with several strong elements. What stands out is the emphasis on supportive learning environments through office hours and cohort calls, and the focus on storytelling, shared learning, and a community-vetted landscape regeneration plan. While the use of Ethereum tooling component could use a bit more clarity and refinement, the overall impact vision and implementation process are clearly articulated and thoughtfully designed.”* | | 2️⃣ Local Co-Funding & Financial Sustainability | 3.58 | “Strong commitments from traditional funders”

*“The organization demonstrates strong financial resilience as a 501(c)(3), with the ability to receive local donations, Web3 funding, and institutional support — a well-diversified mix of income sources. The application also indicates that significant funds have already been secured for both Phase 1 and Phase 2, showing strong fundraising capacity and financial stability moving forward.”

"Clear use of funding. Further evolution of this work would require more funding streams. “* | | 3️⃣ Round Operations, Mechanisms & Impact Framework | 3.08 | “Clear plan in place; deeper commitment to onboarding hubs to Ethereum would be nice to see”

*“The structure for how Web3 tooling and place-based organizing come together needs refinement to better understand the workflow. It feels the group is still developing this.”

”Clear intentions, asks, partners, and reporting. “* | | 4️⃣ Team Capacity & Community Anchoring | 3.58 | “Payroll secured, good web3 experience; buy-in from land stewards unclear”

*“A good mix of technical expertise and place-based knowledge, both essential for the success of this kind of project.”

”Web3 round experience clear.”* |

Public Summary Comments

“Strong application with clear strategy.”

”Clear scope and localism focus, strong operational plan, detailed timeline with specific deliverables, solid co-funding and experienced leadership team. Would be nice to see even deeper Ethereum integration.”

“A strong and well-structured proposal that combines technical expertise with place-based knowledge. The program stands out for its supportive learning environments, focus on storytelling and shared learning, and a clear implementation plan. Workflow for integration of Ethereum tooling with local organizing could be refined further."

Evaluation Summary

The Regenerate Cascadia: Phase One LHC Grant Program proposal earned an excellent 13.83 / 16, reflecting a highly coherent, strategically aligned, and well-developed initiative with strong regional grounding and an experienced leadership team. Reviewers praised the program’s clearly articulated scope, thoughtful implementation plan, and emphasis on supportive learning environments — such as office hours, cohort calls, and shared storytelling — as well as its strong fundraising capacity and diversified financial base, with secured commitments spanning traditional philanthropy, institutional partners, and Web3 contributors. While the proposal’s Ethereum integration is directionally solid, evaluators noted that the workflow connecting on-chain tooling with place-based organizing could be further clarified and strengthened. Overall, the application demonstrates robust readiness, compelling impact potential, and a mature operational approach.