We fund creators who make creative long-form media that grows the Nouns society and culture.

Payment Structure

• Each approved creator gets at least ~$100 USDC per month
• Extra rewards for exceptional content and community impact
• Payments stream automatically every second while requirements are met

How to Apply

• Write an application with:
• Your name, contact information, and social handle(s)
• Type of media you'll create (videos, podcasts, articles, etc.)
• Content samples or portfolio showing quality level
• How your content will grow the Nouns community and deepen our collective cultural story
• Detailed content strategy and release schedule
• Distribution and community engagement plans
• Previous relevant work (if any)
• Pay an application fee (returned if you meet requirements)

Ongoing Requirements

• Produce one high-quality piece of content monthly

  • Videos/podcasts: 2+ minutes
  • Articles/written content: 1000+ words
  • Other media: Comparable scope

• Maintain professional production standards

• Engage actively with audience comments/feedback

• Build and nurture community through content

• Post on Farcaster in /nouns or /flows channel

Embody Nounish Values

1. Do Good: Create content that highlights good or otherwise benefits the wider community
2. Build Together: Foster meaningful discussions and connections
3. Stay Professional: Maintain high production standards
4. Be Original: Develop unique perspectives and content
5. Embrace Creativity: Welcome unconventional ideas
6. Share Knowledge: Create educational value for others
7. Take Bold Steps: Push boundaries in your content
8. Stay Positive: Focus on constructive messages
9. Include Everyone: Make content accessible and welcoming
10. Have Fun: Enjoy the creative process

How to Post Updates

Biweekly on Farcaster in /nouns or /flows:

• New content release with description
• How it embodies Nounish values
• Behind-the-scenes insights
• Community engagement highlights
• Upcoming content plans
• Learning and improvements

How Your Work Gets Verified

• Review of your content for quality and alignment with Nounish values.
• Engagement metrics
• Community feedback
• Release consistency
• Copyright compliance
• Audience growth
• Value alignment

How to Keep Your Funding

To stay in the program:

• Meet monthly content creation requirements
• Maintain high-quality, original content that embodies Nounish values
• Engage positively with your audience and the community
• Follow all ethical guidelines and legal requirements
• Be receptive to feedback and willing to make improvements

What Gets You Removed

• Missing monthly content without explanation
• Failing to post updates for 4+ weeks
• Poor production quality
• Copyright violations
• Lack of community engagement
• Harmful/inappropriate content
• Misrepresenting metrics
• Breaking platform rules
• Ignoring feedback

For Curators

• Do not accept new applications if doing so will put the baseline minimum salary below $100 a month
• Note: It is fine if the baseline salary falls below $100 from new budgets/voting, but don't accept new applications then
• Consider removing underperforming creators if awaiting applicants show greater potential/impact
• Prioritize quality and community engagement over quantity
• Monitor production values and professional standards
• Track genuine community growth and engagement
• Ensure consistent value alignment
• Review copyright compliance

By participating in this program, you’re not just creating content—you’re helping to shape the narrative and spread the ethos of our nounish culture. Your work has the power to inspire, educate, and bring people together. We are excited to support your journey in creating media that makes a meaningful impact and embodies the spirit of Nounish values.