ReFi Atlántico 🌊 | Incubation 🌱🌴
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Colombian ReFiDAO Node aims to grow regenerative finance in Atlantico, harnessing the region's diverse ecosystems. It supports local ReFi projects, develops branding, and leads environmental hackathons for sustainability.

Node Overview

Node History

ReFi Atlántico is a local node of ReFi DAO Located at the Colombian Caribbean, established in February 2024 we are the newest Colombian local node, our mission is transforming traditional financial systems through Regenerative Finance (ReFi). Despite being a relatively young organization, we have achieved several important milestones in a short period:

  • February 2024: Establishment of ReFi Atlántico and formation of key alliances with local communities.

  • March 2024: Launch of our first educational programs and workshops on regenerative financial practices.

  • June 2024: Implementation of the first pilot economic regeneration projects in the region.

Impact

In just a few months, we have trained over 200 community and business leaders in sustainable and regenerative practices. Our initial projects have begun to significantly improve local ecosystems and social structures. We have a network of alliances that includes local governments, NGOs, and private companies, facilitating the adoption of our initiatives. Additionally, we have received donations from Prezenti Grants and are committed to further contributing to the ReFi ecosystem in Colombia.

Fundraising and Legal Structure

ReFi Atlántico operates as a nonprofit organization. To date, we have raised funds through private donations and small grants, allowing us to receive both national and international funding and collaborations.

Challenges and Opportunities

Challenges:

  • Sustainable Funding: Securing continuous funding sources to maintain and expand our operations.
  • Adoption of Regenerative Practices: Overcoming initial resistance to change in some communities and sectors.

Opportunities:

  • Network Growth: Expanding our network of collaborators and strategic partners.
  • Technological Innovation: Implementing emerging technologies such as blockchain to improve transparency and efficiency in our projects.

Goals and Opportunities with Potential Funds

With the potential funds raised this quarter, ReFi Atlántico aims to achieve the following key milestones and opportunities:

  • Expansion of Educational Programs: Expand our workshops and training programs to reach more communities and leaders.
  • New Pilot Projects: Implement additional economic regeneration projects in different areas of the Atlantico region.
  • Infrastructure Improvement: Invest in technology and resources to improve the efficiency and reach of our initiatives. We want to start the develpment of our own marketplace Web3 page.Budget and Fundraising Goal

Budget and Fundraising Goal

To achieve these objectives, we estimate a realistic budget of $24,000 USD, with a fundraising goal of $14,000 USD through this grant. These funds will be used for program expansion, project implementation, and infrastructure improvement.

Product Development and Launch:

  • Development costs: $5,000
  • Marketing and launch expenses: $2,000
  • Total: $7,000
  1. Community Growth and Events:
    • Event hosting and logistics: $1,500
    • Outreach programs and materials: $1,500
    • Total: $3,000
  2. Educational Initiatives:
    • Instructor and Program development: $2,000
    • Workshop and training sessions: $2,000
    • Total: $4,000

Overall Fundraising Goal: $14,000

For more information or get in contact wih us you can check this links: ReFiAtlántico Giveth-ReFiAtlantico

Key Info

Node Name: ReFi Atlántico

Location: Atlántico / Colombia

Node leaders: Luis Alfonso Casseres Garcia and Cecilia Montiel

Node Developmental Stage:

  • Node Developmental Stage: 🌱 Seed

Contact information

  • refiatlantico@gmail.com
  • https://t.me/reficolombia /
  • Contact Number +57 300 232 8455
  • https://linktr.ee/refiatlantico

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