Rootstock Hackaton Proposal
I am writing to you to propose a strategic collaboration that will significantly benefit Rootstock: to become the Official Sponsor of the upcoming hackathon. This event, scheduled for September 2025, will focus exclusively on the development of Solidity projects on Rootstock, with a particular emphasis on incentivizing innovative solutions that boost the Rootstock ecosystem.
This hackathon represents a unique opportunity for Rootstock to strengthen its ecosystem, particularly in Spain, attract new developers, and accelerate the creation of innovative solutions on its platform, consolidating its position as a leader in the convergence of Bitcoin and smart contracts.
This hackathon is not just an event; it is a talent incubator and a catalyst for the development of its ecosystem. Here’s why:
• Exclusive Focus on Rootstock: Our hackathon will be designed so that participants use Solidity to build directly on the EVM. This means that all resulting efforts and projects will be directly applicable and beneficial to its network, generating functional prototypes from day one.
• Specialized Talent Development: We will attract developers interested in the potential of Bitcoin and DeFi, who will be trained and experience Rootstock’s capabilities firsthand. This will create a larger and more qualified talent pool for its ecosystem, empowering its developer community.
• Innovation and New DApps: The hackathon will generate solutions that could solve existing challenges or open new business avenues on Rootstock, from new DeFi primitives to community tools.
• Visibility and Market Leadership: By sponsoring this focused event, Rootstock positions itself as the undisputed leader in the convergence of Bitcoin and smart contract functionality, demonstrating its commitment to the developer community and decentralized innovation. • Engaged Community: We will foster the creation of a stronger and more active Rootstock developer community, facilitating collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continued adoption of its platform.
Official Sponsorship Options and Benefits
As an Official Sponsor, Rootstock will enjoy unparalleled visibility and impact. We have designed a comprehensive proposal to maximize your return on investment:
Exclusivity as an Official Sponsor of the Solidity Track at Rootstock:
• Event Name: The hackathon could be presented as “Rootstock Hackathon By c3” or “Rootstock Developer Challenge.”
• Prominent Logo: Your logo will be featured on all event materials (website, banners, flyers, participant t-shirts, social media, press releases, etc.), making you the most visible of all sponsors.
• A Rootstock representative will have the opportunity to give an inspirational speech at the start of the hackathon, presenting the company’s vision, the challenges they want to see solved, and the opportunities at Rootstock.
• Jury Participation: A Rootstock expert will be an integral part of the judging panel, providing their technical knowledge and perspective to evaluate the winning projects.
• Rootstock-sponsored Challenge: You will be able to propose one or more specific challenges within the hackathon (e.g., “Best Lending DApp on Rootstock,” “L2 Scalability Solution on RVM”), incentivizing teams to build on use cases relevant to their ecosystem.
Visibility and Ongoing Branding:
• Dedicated Engagement Space: A prominent virtual or physical booth (if the event is hybrid) for the Rootstock team to interact with participants, conduct demos, answer questions, and encourage adoption of its tools.
• Access to Participant Database: With your consent, for future communications and recruitment opportunities for Rootstock-specialized talent.
Talent Recruitment:
• Virtual Job Board: Offering a space for Rootstock to post job postings targeted at the most outstanding participants.
• Networking sessions: Facilities for your recruiting team to connect directly with promising developers.
Tangible Benefits and Prizes:
I propose that Rootstock sponsor the first prize in its entirety, incentivizing excellence and dedication to development on its platform.
Estimated Expenses for the First Prize and Logistics
To quantify Rootstock’s contribution, we present an estimate of the costs associated with the prizes and basic hackathon logistics (not including venue, marketing, virtual platform, etc.).
First Prize (Sponsored by Rootstock):
We estimate an attractive value for the first prize at €5,000. This not only rewards effort and innovation but also acts as a powerful magnet to attract top talent. We believe €5,000 in cryptocurrency (e.g., rBTC or stablecoins on Rootstock) would be an ideal incentive, demonstrating practical use of the network.
• Basic Operating Expenses for 2 days (example of our contribution and that of other potential sponsors):
o Additional Prizes (2nd and 3rd place, mentions): We estimate approximately €5,000 in prizes to encourage participation and recognize more teams. €3,000 for the second prize and €2,000 for the third prize.
o Food and Beverages for Participants and Staff (approx. 100 people):
 Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks for two days: approximately €25 per person/day x 100 people x 2 days = €5,000.
o Support Staff (3 people): Coordination, technical support, logistics.
 Estimated salary per person/day (2 days): €250/day x 3 people x 2 days = €1,500.
This opportunity is a major boost for Rootstock, strengthening its brand in the global developer community. I am open to discussing this proposal in detail and customizing it to perfectly fit Rootstock’s goals and budget.
I appreciate your time and consideration, and look forward to discussing this exciting opportunity in depth. Sincerely,
Nicole Carolina Fucili
Community & Event Manager Web3
Rootstock Ambassador
+34 611 197 105
