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Welcome to the public portal for the Localism Fund Expert Network

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Overview

The Localism Fund Expert Network is a curated, peer-attested collective of practitioners advancing the intersection of localism and Ethereum-based coordination.

Experts in the network bring proven experience across one or more of the following domains:

1. Grant-making: Experience designing, managing, or evaluating grant programs — in Web3, philanthropy, civic, or public sectors.
2. Web3 / Ethereum Tooling: Proficiency with Ethereum-based tools for coordination, funding, governance, or identity (e.g. Karma GAP, Gardens, Giveth, Allo, Prosperity Pass).
3. Localism: Hands-on experience building or advising initiatives advancing political, economic, cultural, ecological, or Ethereum localism.

Collectively, this network functions as the connective tissue between global infrastructure and local action — ensuring that every Localism Fund initiative benefits from both high-level expertise and grounded community context.

Key Info

• We’re seeking experts in Grant-making, Web3 / Ethereum Tooling, and Localism (political, economic, cultural, or ecological).

• In Local Grant Programs | Round 01, validated experts can contribute across three areas:

  → Application Evaluation & Intelligence

  → Mentorship & Advisory

  → Tooling Feedback & System Evolution

• A total of $5,500 USD + 10,000 CELO is currently allocated for expert compensation across varying contribution tiers.

• Applications to join the Localism Fund Expert Network are now open!

Local Grant Programs | Round 01

The Local Grant Programs | Round 01 marks the first active use case of the Localism Fund Expert Network. This round provides the initial proving ground for how expert evaluation, mentorship, and feedback loops can strengthen the quality, integrity, and impact of locally led Ethereum funding programs.

The network’s role in this round extends far beyond traditional application review: experts will help assess, advise, and amplify local hubs as they design and deliver credible local funding programs rooted in political, economic, cultural, and ecological localism.

Expert Roles

Contribution Tiers & Compensation

Onboarding & Lifecycle

Eligibility Criteria

To apply to join the Localism Fund Expert Network, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Expertise — Demonstrates relevant experience or insight in at least one of the following areas: Grant-making, Web3 / Ethereum Tooling, Localism.
2. Ethical Alignment — Commits to upholding the OpenCivics Ethical Standards, including principles of good faith collaboration, honesty, feedback & accountability.
3. Network Orientation — Intends to contribute constructively to the broader Localism Fund ecosystem, whether through evaluation, mentorship, feedback, or knowledge-sharing.

How to Apply

Applications are open!

• Step 1 - Application Submission
• Step 2 - Peer Attestation
• Step 3 - Dynamic Validation via TrustGraph

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Localism Fund Expert Network?

Who can join the network?

How do I become a validated expert?

What is TrustGraph?

What is the longer-term vision of the network?

Is there compensation for experts?

How much time is expected from experts?

What is Prosperity Pass?

Where can I ask more questions or get support?

Current Applications