About Me

I'm Nick, a volunteer at the Limpeza de Praias project (also a Flows grant). I clean beaches, rivers, and lagoons while documenting our work. I'm also developing a native seedling nursery using bioconstruction techniques at this same project.

I have a special connection with animals (3 cats, 1 dog) and previously ran a dog hotel from home. Friends call me the "dog whisperer" for my natural bond with animals.

Social Links:

• Instagram: straystrong.wtf
• Warpcast: nick haaz

Planned Community Service Activities

I'm created FOUNS - Nouns-shaped feeders for stray dogs - unique cement structures with recycled plastic recovered from the oceans and polystyrene in the mix, with one side for food, one for water. Initially placing 5 feeders in strategic locations, looking forward to expand to 30 FOUNS across the city.

Three feeder models:

• Personally maintained (4 days/week)
• "Dogfather/Dogmother" maintained by community volunteers
• Public interaction points in high-traffic areas (maintened by me at begginin)

Each feeder features a QR code linking to our Instagram with: (IN TEST)

• Request form for your own feeder
• Project supporters & Nouns community info
• Web3 educational content
• Support instructions & dogparent feedback

Expected Impact

• 500gr ~ 1kg of plastic recovered from nature per feeder
• Each feeder serves 1-10 dogs
• Using ~2kg food per feeder per refill
• ~160kg dog food distributed monthly
• Beyond feeding: raising awareness about stray animals and recycling
• Use of recovered plastic and polystyrene from the sea in the cement mixes (Limpeza de Praias project)
• Community interest already high, suggesting rapid adoption

Implementation Plan

Maintenance & Monitoring:

• Monthly inspection visits
• Photo/video documentation
• Food consumption tracking

Documentation:

• Bi-daily updates initially, then daily
• Construction and install updates, animal stories, impact data

Partnerships:

• Veterinarian Zigg providing medical support
• Seeking pet food store partnerships
• Exploring animal welfare NGO collaborations

Budget (Monthly):

• Construction materials: $115
• Dog food: $250
• Total: $365

Environmental Considerations:

• Eco-friendly materials
• 2.5kg ~ 5kg of plastic recovered from nature reused in 5 feeders
• Researching non-toxic paints
• Minimal waste, properly repurposed

Feedback System: ( IN TEST )

• QR code feedback form
• Monthly dogparent check-ins
• Continuous design improvements

Contingency Plans:

• Backup feeders for replacements
• Relocation protocol for low-usage areas
• Multiple food supply relationships

Expansion Plans:

• Representatives in Rio de Janeiro and Cabo Frio
• Social media engagement tracking
• Future "smart feeder" with NFT technology

Alignment with Nounish Values

This project embodies nounish values through:

• Doing good without expectation of return
• Creating positive community externalities
• Embracing the playful absurdity of Nouns aesthetics
• Introducing new people to Nouns and Web3
• Making community service fun and engaging

Conclusion

Stray Strong is more than feeding dogs—it's creating a movement that transforms how communities care for street animals. Each feeder serves as both a lifeline for hungry animals and an educational touchpoint, bridging Web3 innovation with real-world impact.

I'm committed to building a sustainable ecosystem of care that can be replicated across communities, demonstrating how creative solutions and engagement can address real needs while inspiring others to join the movement.