WHAT This proposal outlines the budget for operational costs in 2025, covering key areas necessary for maintaining and growing the organization. It includes grants to support community management efforts, funding for marketing initiatives to expand outreach and allocations for essential operational and legal expenses.

WHY This proposal is crucial for Soft DAO’s sustainability and mission fulfillment. By securing necessary operational funding, the DAO can continue supporting its community, expanding outreach, and maintaining compliance. The funding will also ensure that community leaders remain engaged, contributing to a vibrant and active ecosystem.

To further improve operational efficiency and reduce costs, we propose removing the second director position and appointing a new supervisor. This change will streamline the organizational structure and reduce management overhead. The supervisor will be responsible for supporting day-to-day operations, and their compensation of $7,000 is included in the $10,000 operational budget outlined below.

HOW Upon approval, funds will be allocated as follows:

1. Payment to Service Providers

• Details: Covering outstanding operational and legal costs
• Budget: $12,000 (legal and compliance) + $10,000 ($3,000 operations; $7,000 supervisor)
• Send To: Soft Operations Wallets

1. Community Management Support

• Details: Renewal of contracts for community leaders Amir8372 and meaveWeb3 for six months, starting April 1, 2025
• Budget: $3,600 (totaling $300/month per leader)
• SOFT Allocation: 12,000 SOFT (1,000 SOFT per leader per month)
• Send To: $3,600 USDT and 12,000 SOFT will be sent to the new distributors to cover 6 months of monthly claimable payments.

VOTING

• Date/Time for Voting: On-chain voting via Tally will open on Friday, April 18th, 2025.
• Consensus Method:
  • On-chain Vote: As this proposal involves fund allocation, it will be put to an on-chain vote for final approval.