Grant Proposal: BlackPool Association - H1 2026

Preamble This proposal serves as a formal request for a half-yearly grant (“Grant Proposal”) from BlackPool DAO for the period of H1-2026 (January 1st to June 30th), in continuation and recognition of the governance framework set by previous BlackPool-related initiatives. The BlackPool Association (“Association”), based in Zug, Switzerland, remains a key entity within the BlackPool ecosystem. It supports the development and growth of BlackPool through the coordination of contributor teams and the execution of strategic initiatives aligned with the long-term vision of BlackPool DAO.

Grant Award Amount Requested: The Association hereby requests a grant of USDC 75,000 in total for the execution of its planned roadmap for H1-2026. The grant size is informed by prior financial reporting, the successful completion of 2025 objectives, and anticipated resource needs for the operational stability and growth phase of the protocol. Disbursement: The grant will be disbursed in six (6) monthly instalments of USDC [Insert Monthly Amount 12,500 USDC paid within seven (7) days following each month-end. Nature of Grant This grant is a voluntary allocation from the DAO treasury and does not constitute compensation for services, nor does it create enforceable deliverables, employment obligations, or a contractor relationship. Milestones represent planning objectives rather than contractual service requirements.

Milestones for H1-2026 Following the deployment and migration phases of late 2025, the focus for H1 2026 shifts toward optimization, growth, and utility. The requested amount will fund the following key milestones: M1: Platform Optimization & Maintenance: Continued maintenance of the recently deployed Front End (BPIP9), focusing on UX improvements, mobile responsiveness, and bug bounties. M2: Analytics & Dashboard Enhancements: Upgrading the BlackPool Dashboard with deeper analytics features and real-time reporting tools for community transparency. M3: Treasury & Operations Support: Support the operational processes related to treasury actions approved by BlackPool DAO, including administrative coordination, analytics, and preparation of governance-aligned execution plans. For clarity, the Association will not exercise discretionary control, custody, or independent management over DAO assets. All treasury-related actions remain subject to on-chain governance and multisig approval. M4: BPT Utility Expansion & Migration: Developing and implementing new ecosystem and governance utility mechanisms for the migrated BPT token, including participation incentives and non-financial engagement features. No element of this work establishes or implies financial return, profit rights, or investment-like characteristics for BPT. M5: Growth & Partnership Marketing: Shifting from general awareness to targeted user acquisition, including partnerships with other DeFi protocols and gaming ecosystems. M6: Treasury Sustainability: rigorous treasury process support, including monitoring, reporting, and efficiency measures designed to improve operational sustainability. For clarity, the Association does not perform investment management or yield-generating activities, and all treasury actions remain subject to DAO governance approval. M7: Regulatory Compliance: Ongoing legal monitoring and strengthening of the Association’s framework in Switzerland to ensure compliance with evolving crypto regulations.

Terms of Governance Association Autonomy This Grant Proposal does not create a relationship of agency, employment, or partnership between the Association and BlackPool DAO. The Association remains autonomous in execution, free to engage third-party providers or leverage internal teams to fulfill the milestones. Regulatory Independence Nothing in this Grant Proposal shall be construed as the provision of regulated financial services, investment management, portfolio management, or investment advice. The Association operates as an independent Swiss Verein and does not hold, manage, or exercise discretion over the DAO treasury. All financial decisions remain exclusively with BlackPool DAO via its governance mechanisms. Purpose and Limitation of Use Funds are strictly designated for the milestones described above, which span research, development, community engagement, operations, and security for BlackPool DAO. Misuse of funds will be subject to internal review mechanisms and may trigger community action. IP Ownership and Open Source Commitment The Association shall retain IP rights for works developed but commits to open-source publication of all smart contracts, front-ends, and relevant infrastructure under a permissive license (MIT, BSD, Apache 2.0, etc.), ensuring transparency and community benefit. All open-source code and materials are provided “as-is,” without warranties of any kind, express or implied. BlackPool DAO assumes no liability arising from the use, modification, or deployment of such materials. Reporting Obligations The Association intends, on a reasonable-efforts basis, to provide periodic public updates regarding material progress on the H1-2026 roadmap. These updates may be shared in written summaries, governance forum posts, or community calls, based on availability and operational capacity. For clarity, this Grant Proposal does not create an obligation to produce formal monthly reports, audited statements, or financial reporting of any kind. All transparency efforts are voluntary and intended to maintain open communication with the community without establishing fiduciary duties or service-provider obligations.

Conclusion This proposal outlines a strategic and operational framework to continue the BlackPool Association’s work under the BlackPool DAO ecosystem for H1-2026. The Association commits to effective delivery, fiscal responsibility, and community transparency. Voting The community is invited to vote on the following options: YES — Approve the Grant Proposal for H1-2026 as outlined above, including the requested budget allocation of USDC 75,000 and the associated operational and governance framework.

NO — Reject the Grant Proposal.

ABSTAIN — Indicate no preference.

General Disclaimer This Grant Proposal is intended solely for governance, informational, and community-coordination purposes. Nothing in this document constitutes financial, investment, or legal advice; an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any token or asset; the creation of fiduciary duties, agency relationships, or regulated financial services; or any guarantee of future performance, delivery, or outcomes. All activities described herein are subject to technical, legal, regulatory, and market uncertainties. Neither the Association nor BlackPool DAO makes any warranties—express or implied—regarding the implementation, timelines, or anticipated results referenced in this proposal. The Association will use reasonable efforts to pursue the milestones described, but cannot guarantee successful external integrations, market conditions, third-party cooperation, or technological outcomes. Milestones are indicative objectives, not binding commitments. Participation in the vote is voluntary. Token-based governance does not create shareholder, partnership, or membership rights under Swiss, EU, or any other jurisdiction’s laws.