GreenPill Gitcoin 3.0 W/ Kevin, Rena & Mathilda
May 8, 2025
In this insightful discussion, Mathilda, Grants Program Lead at Gitcoin, dives into the evolution of Gitcoin from its inception to the ambitious Gitcoin 3.0. She highlights the importance of community engagement in shaping the future of funding public goods within Ethereum. The transition to a new governance model and innovative funding strategies are examined, providing a glimpse into how Gitcoin aims to tackle Ethereum's biggest challenges. Mathilda’s passion for supporting open-source initiatives shines through as they explore the transformative vision of Gitcoin.
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Capital Allocation’s Huge Potential
- Capital allocation is a vast multi-trillion dollar design space critical for diverse actors like VCs, NGOs, and DAOs.
- All spending entails capital allocation, and Gitcoin’s Allo Capital builds the on-chain tools for this in a post-AI internet.
Rena on Winding Down Grants Lab
- Rena O'Brien shared the difficult decision process behind winding down Gitcoin's Grants Lab.
- She emphasized care for the community, legacy, and people affected by the change.
Community Collaboration on Grants
- Gitcoin is doubling down on its Grants program, inviting community collaboration for refinement and iteration.
- Community-led discussions and contests will shape future rounds like GG24.