https://polkadot.polkassembly.io/referenda/1278

AI Summary:

This proposal seeks a top-up for the Polkadot Meetups Bounty #43 and introduces refinements based on the program's first six months. With 49 submitted events across 19 countries, the bounty supports small, community-led meetups to spread Polkadot awareness and strengthen the ecosystem. These meetups, focused on education, networking, and collaboration, bring new and seasoned community members together and aim to reach underrepresented areas with a minimal budget. The proposal also includes rule updates for curators, including clearer standards for documentation, conflict resolution, and role transparency, along with enhanced financial and event reporting.

The request includes 63,000 DOT (approx. $240,000 USD) to fund event payments, curator salaries, and operational costs. Curators are compensated based on estimated hours, with caps for additional hours. Planned outreach campaigns in 2025 will focus on attracting organizers from inactive regions, boosting visibility, and potentially simplifying processes for established organizers. With this additional funding, Meetups Bounty aims to expand its impact by supporting more events, reaching new regions, and continuing to foster Polkadot’s growth at the community level.