Scroll (@Scroll_ZKP): The next big crypto event might be happening in your city

The next big crypto event might be happening in your city The pilot of the Community Grants Support Program launched in September 2025, with the aim to promote the discovery of the Scroll ecosystem across various regions. The focus was set to support strategic community initiatives with clear, measurable criteria - and fund events, meetups, hackathons, or flex initiatives with amounts ranging from $200 to $10,000 (with a total average expenditure of SCR 312,500). Application link: https://tally.so/r/mVrrPj Motivation The implementation of the Community Grants Support Program by Scroll DAO represents a crucial step in transferring protocol ownership to the community. This measure is intended to support communities with which we have had an incredible experience in the past and that may not yet be ready for a Local Node, as well as new event requests that would fall under this new structure with an emphasis on quality and community growth. It is important for Scroll’s success to continue supporting the grassroots relationships we have built and to have clear indicators that drive and motivate the building of relationships with new key allies. What the Community Grants Support Program achieved 1 month later In our weekly Community Council updates on our governance forum you can find detailed information about applications, upcoming events, and more. Here’s a summary so far: 300+ applications received 255 applications reviewed (so far): African countries leading the way, followed by Asia Feedback emails sent to at least 200 applicants 16 grants confirmed 37 different countries have submitted proposals to the Community Council so far Meet our first grantees Africa ETH Safari (September 7-14, 2025) Kenya Hackathon, conference, and networking, fostering Africa's role in the global decentralized ecosystem. Virtual hackathon for dreamers, builders, and changemakers ready to redefine what's possible with Blockchain, DeFi, RWAs, AI, and African innovation. Register for the virtual hackathon (October 14 - November 14): https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/eth-safari-hackathon-2025/detail America ChatterPay & Chill (October 22, 2025) Santiago, Chile An accessible onboarding event that merges coffee culture with decentralized finance. Includes a presentation about ChatterPay and blockchain basics. Live demo on how to create a wallet through WhatsApp in under 30 seconds, emphasizing that no prior crypto knowledge is required. Hackathon Ethereum Lima (October 24-26, 2025) Online & Lima IRL Brings together the best builders from Peru to tackle real-world challenges using blockchain technology. Featuring tracks on DeFi, AI, and consumer & emerging use cases. Includes ChatterPay & Ether Fi Cash activations during the event. Over $2,000 in prizes plus a trip to DevConnect Argentina. [Re]City (October 6-26, 2025) Recife, Brazil A pop-up city designed to learn, hack, and discuss. Featuring tracks on social good and impact, sustainability, AI, governance. Main topics to discuss include experiences to regenerate the society, the economy, and the environment. Stablecoins by ChatterPay (October 25, 2025) Buenos Aires If you’re curious about crypto and stablecoins, this event helps you take your first step in a practical and simple way. Learn how wallets work and how to self-manage your funds, how to use stablecoins for payments, even in countries with inflation. Create your first wallet in seconds via WhatsApp. Ethereum Mexico (October 30, 2025) Monterrey Conferences + Web3 Hackathon inspired by Día de Muertos, a traditional Mexican celebration, bringing together the most diverse community of builders in Latin America. A 36-hour hackathon covering topics such as DeFi, public goods, L2, and the evolution of Ethereum governance. International-level mentors and judges. Workshops on trending topics like AI, ZK, identity, DeFi, gaming, and more. Prizes, grants, and funding opportunities. Register: https://luma.com/obsm2hll ETH Pura Vida (November 1, 2025) San Jose, Costa Rica Connect with experts who are leading the industry and find the opportunities you’ve been looking for. A conference promoting Ethereum adoption Education on innovation, vibe code, growth, ZK, and EtherFi Cash. Register: https://ethereum.cr/ ETH House Argentina (October 20 - November 17, 2025) Buenos Aires A dedicated co-working space to 60 devs, blending experienced builders and emerging talent, Scroll product demos and networking. Exclusive to builders with a confirmed pass. A schedule of daily events and workshops. Collaboration, networking and relax. Register: https://tally.so/r/wkpOLd Ethereum Argentina hackathon (November 1 - 20, 2025) Buenos Aires During Devconnect you'll have the opportunity to create real-world Ethereum tech products and win incredible prizes. Online sessions Mentoring Build presencial in La Rural Register: https://taikai.network/ethargentina/hackathons/tierra-de-buidlers-2025/overview Asia Scroll Ha Noi (October 18, 2025) Vietnam Activating local builders, through technical workshops Intro a la economía abierta de Scroll. Live demos on SynthOS y Polystream. Minijuegos. Break Into Vietnam (October 24, 2025) Hanoi & Ho Chi Minh Focus on intro to Scroll ecosystem, onboarding Scroll wallets, and showcasing local builder stories. Builder panel (local founders, dApps). Hands-on onboarding (attendees set up Scroll wallets & test dApps). Networking over Vietnamese street food & café culture. Engagement activity: Scroll wallet onboarding + mini-quest Scroll India Connect (October 26, 2025) Bhopal, India Talks, live demos for Scroll ecosystem dApps. ​Introduction to Scroll: Vision, technology, and ecosystem overview. ​Live demos of Scroll-native dApps: EtherFi Cash, Honeypop, SynthOS, Polystream, ChatterPay. ​Interactive discussions on builder opportunities, grant programs, and community growth. ​Networking with developers, founders, and local Web3 community members. Blockchain 101 Bootcamp (November 15, 2025) Asia Pacific University, Malaysia. A full-day immersive learning experience offering hands-on skills and practical exposure. Blockchain basics and how Ethereum works. ​The fundamentals of Scroll and its role in Web3. ​How to create projects that will make a real impact. Live demos on SynthOS and Polystream. Register: https://luma.com/3jrpdkf0 What’s next If any of the events are hosted in your local city, we want to meet you there! The first iteration of the Scroll Grants Program managed by the Community Council will only disburse grants between $200 and $10,000, allowing the Community Council to refine operational efficiency before being able to distribute larger grant requests. Funded initiatives in the Community Grants Support Program will be implemented and finished by 31 January, 2026. We look forward to reviewing more applications and meeting everyone at the events worldwide!