How to Propose a Donation?
This is an example of how a donation can be proposed within the E.T. DAO or its SubDAOs
Example: Start A DeSci Donation Proposal to the Galileo Project, a Harvard project that searches for E.T. Intelligence and Technology
1. Proposal Initiation (User1)
Background and Objectives User1, a UAP research enthusiast, discovers a potential study area involving frequent UAP sightings in a specific region. This research requires funding to purchase specialized equipment (e.g., high-resolution astronomical cameras, data storage servers), hire professional researchers (astronomers, data analysts), and organize on-site investigation activities.
Detailed Proposal Plan
Research Content:
Gather and organize historical UAP sighting data from that region.
Employ advanced data-analysis techniques (e.g., machine learning algorithms) to identify patterns and characteristics of UAP appearances.
Organize a field observation team to conduct on-site surveys during specific time windows.
Interview local residents and relevant organizations for further clues.
Budget:
Astronomical camera: $5,000
Data storage server lease: $1,000 per month
Consulting fees for professional researchers: $2,000 per session
Travel and accommodation for field investigation: $3,000
Total Budget: $15,000
Expected Outcomes:
Establish a UAP database for that region.
Publish a comprehensive UAP research report.
Potentially discover new UAP phenomena or patterns, thus advancing the field of UAP research.
Provide value to both the UAP research community and the general public by expanding knowledge.
Submission to User Agent User submits the proposal through the DAO Platform’s user interface to User Agent, which conducts a preliminary format and completeness check (verifying the presence of research objectives, methodology, budget, expected outcomes, etc.) and converts the proposal into a format recognizable and processable by the platform.
2. Start A Proposal
User1 Agent Submits the Proposal to a subDAO User1 Agent sends the processed proposal to the relevant subDAO, for instance, “UAPDAO.” The proposal is assigned a unique ID (e.g., “UAP_PROP_001”) and enters a queue pending review.
DAO Agent-Initiated Proposal (Alternative Scenario) The DAO Agent itself may also initiate proposals aligned with the subDAO’s strategic plans. For example, noticing significant user interest in a new UAP research methodology—such as quantum physics applications in UAP research—but a lack of active research projects, the DAO Agent could organize professionals to draft a proposal outlining the theoretical framework, experimental setup, required resources, and expected outcomes, then submit it to the subDAO.
3. Vote on a DeSci Donate Proposal (User2)
User2 is a member of UAPDAO and receives a notification about proposal “UAP_PROP_001.” Before voting, User2 can review all proposal details—research background, objectives, budget, and expected outcomes—as well as other members’ discussions and opinions.
Decision to Vote
If User2 supports the proposal, they cast an affirmative vote and may add comments or suggestions, such as collaborating with local astronomy clubs.
If opposed, User2 votes against and can cite concerns like excessive budgeting or flawed research methods.
Voting Process
User2’s vote is submitted via User2 Agent, which encrypts and transmits the vote to the subDAO, ensuring anonymity and security.
4. Vote on a Proposal (Within the subDAO)
The subDAO has its own voting rules—for instance, the voting period is seven days from proposal publication, and vote weight may depend on token holdings or member contributions. Throughout the voting window, members can view real-time vote counts (yea, nay, abstentions) without seeing which members voted for which option.
After the vote ends, the subDAO’s DAO Agent tallies the results. If the number of “yes” votes meets the threshold (e.g., over 50% of total votes cast, with sufficient vote weight), the proposal is approved; otherwise, it is rejected. The DAO Agent then publishes the outcome on the subDAO’s announcement board and notifies the proposal originator (User A or the DAO Agent) and involved members (e.g., User2).
5. DAO Agent Asks E.T. OS to Donate
E.T. OS to DonateWith “UAP_PROP_001” passing the vote, the DAO Agent sends a donation request to the E.T. OS Coordinator Agent. This request specifies the proposal details, voting results, the required donation amount ($15,000), and the receiving wallet address.
The DAO Agent may also include a rationale highlighting the proposal’s importance to UAP research and the subDAO’s development, aiding the E.T. OS Coordinator Agent in understanding the necessity and justification of the donation.
6. Ask Donate Agent to Donate
E.T. OS Coordinator Agent Processing
Upon receiving the donation request, the E.T. OS Coordinator Agent verifies and reviews it. This review ensures the request’s legitimacy (e.g., confirming that it originates from a recognized subDAO and DAO Agent), validating the voting results, and checking that the donation amount aligns with the approved budget.
If the request passes verification, the E.T. OS Coordinator Agent forwards the donation instruction to the E.T. OS Donate Agent, instructing it to proceed with the donation.
7. Verify Request On-Chain
E.T. OS Donate Agent’s Actions
The E.T. OS Donate Agent receives the donation request and verifies related on-chain data, ensuring the authenticity and consistency of the subDAO’s blockchain address, the proposal record (including proposal creation, voting process), and the recipient wallet.
Smart contracts and the decentralized architecture guarantee transparency, immutability, and traceability. For example, the smart contract automatically checks whether the donation amount is within the subDAO’s authorized budget and whether the request complies with platform policies.
8. Donate
Completing the Donation
After successful on-chain verification, the E.T. OS Donate Agent transfers $15,000 in cryptocurrency from E.T. OS’s fund pool to the Receiver Wallet. The donation record is updated on the blockchain, including the donation time, amount, donor (E.T. OS), and recipient (Receiver Wallet), making it publicly queryable and auditable.
Finally, the E.T. OS Coordinator Agent notifies the DAO Agent and relevant subDAO members (e.g., User A and User2) that the donation has been successfully completed, signaling that the research project can proceed according to plan.
Conclusion
Through this comprehensive, decentralized workflow—spanning from proposal submission and review to on-chain voting and final donation—UAP research initiatives receive transparent, equitable, and efficient funding. This ensures that UAPDAO’s projects, such as the $15,000 regional UAP research initiative, can move forward with robust support and clear, immutable records of each step in the process.