Author: Anastasia Stepanova

Date: 07/15/2025

Abstract

Picture children with cancer drawing their biggest dreams and watching them soar into space on a rocket! The Unity Foundation invites MoonDAO to join a heartwarming the Art Rocket Project in Brazil, scheduled for September 6-19, 2025. This global humanitarian initiative combines space exploration, art therapy, and charity to support pediatric and adult oncology patients. By funding travel expenses for MoonDAO astronaut Eiman Jahangir, MoonDAO core team representative (Ryan or Pablo), research engineer, test subject, ambassador of Unity Anastasia Stepanova and media specialist Vartan Adzhemyan, MoonDAO can amplify its mission to democratize space access, significantly expand its citizen network in Latin America, and secure a spot on the Soyuz Art Rocket launch from Baikonur Cosmodrome in November 2025. Eiman’s dual expertise, combined with the team’s diverse skills in space science, public community work, and media, uniquely positions this group to inspire patients and promote MoonDAO’s vision, driving community engagement and growth. Presentation Unity Art Rocket Project

Problem

Kids and adults battling cancer often feel discouraged and need something joyful to lift their spirits and inspire big dreams. At the same time, MoonDAO wants to share its vision of making space open to everyone, but it faces challenges in gaining broader recognition. Some people have misconceptions about MoonDAO’s decentralized, token-based model, which can make it harder to build trust and attract new supporters. MoonDAO needs to shine a light on its mission through meaningful projects that show its commitment to real-world impact. By highlighting Eiman Jahangir, a cardio-oncology physician who realized his dream of spaceflight through MoonDAO’s Blue Origin NS-26 mission in August 2024, MoonDAO can show Brazil that it’s a genuine community making dreams come true. This will inspire Brazilian families, especially kids with cancer, to believe that anything is possible.

Solution

The Art Rocket Project brings the wonder of space and the joy of art together to support cancer patients in Brazil. From September 6-19, 2025, we’ll host art therapy workshops in three cities—Rio de Janeiro, Natal, and Brasília—for kids and adults with cancer. Our team includes Eiman Jahangir (MoonDAO astronaut and cardio-oncology physician), a MoonDAO core team representative (Ryan or Pablo), Anastasia Stepanova (research engineer, test subject, and Unity ambassador), Vartan Adzhemyan (media specialist), the Unity Foundation team from Russia: Alena Kuzmenko (President and Project Leader), Alexander Grebenkin (Roscosmos cosmonaut), Alexandra Veselova (artist), and Egenia Fadeeva (Executive Director) and the Brazilian team: Julio Rezende (CEO of space analog station Habitat Marte). Kids in oncology hospitals together with us will draw their dreams, and their artwork will be featured on a Soyuz rocket launching from Baikonur Cosmodrome in November 2025. We’ll work with the Brazilian Space Agency, Rio de Janeiro Planetarium, Habitat Marte Analogue Station, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), and local hospitals. Building on our Bolivia project (July 2025), which reached several million people through 95 media stories, we chose in-person workshops over virtual ones for deeper connections. We’re finalizing exact workshop locations with partners and expect 500+ participants. In the future, we hope to bring this project to more Latin American countries.

Benefits

• Spreads Hope: Brings joy and inspiration to 500+ cancer patients through art and space.
• Grows MoonDAO’s Community: Welcomes 50+ new citizens in Latin America by sharing Eiman’s story and MoonDAO’s mission, connecting with hospitals, universities, and media (target: 100+ stories, million reach).
• Builds Trust: Shows MoonDAO’s heart through a meaningful project, highlighting Eiman’s spaceflight as proof of its impact.
• Rocket Launch Spot: Offers one spot on the Soyuz Art Rocket launch as a prize for MoonDAO’s community raffle, sparking excitement.

Risks

• Travel Hiccups: Delays in flights or partner plans could affect our schedule. Solution: We’ll lock in arrangements by August 2025 and keep in touch with partners.
• Fewer Participants: Some patients might not join due to health challenges. Solution: We’ll work with hospitals for accessible venues and promote widely to reach 500+ people.
• Media Balance: Too much attention might overwhelm patients. Solution: Vartan will create gentle, patient-focused videos.
• Budget Concerns: Overspending could affect the project. Solution: The project lead will track funds in a multisig treasury and share weekly updates.

Objectives

Objective #1: Bring hope to 500+ oncology patients in Brazil through art therapy workshops and share MoonDAO’s mission to make space accessible, while building trust in MoonDAO’s vision, by September 19, 2025.

Key Results for Objective #1:

1. Hold 12 art therapy workshops in Rio de Janeiro, Natal, and Brasília, reaching 500+ patients.
2. Share MoonDAO’s story through 100+ media stories, reaching millions of people, featuring Eiman’s journey.
3. Welcome 50+ new MoonDAO citizens through hospital and university outreach, showcasing MoonDAO's credibility.
4. Vartan Adzhemyan, as the media specialist will create a series of social media videos and photos designed to achieve the project’s goals:

1.     Workshop Highlights (5 videos). Clips of kids and adults with cancer drawing their dreams during workshops in Rio de Janeiro, Natal, and Brasília. Show moments of joy, creativity, and connection, with snippets of Eiman Jahangir sharing his spaceflight story, Ryan or Pablo explaining MoonDAO’s mission, and Anastasia Stepanova teaching space science.

2.     Eiman’s Story (3 videos). Show him interacting with patients, sharing how MoonDAO made his dream possible, and encouraging kids to dream big.

3.     Behind-the-Scenes (4-5 videos). Show the team preparing workshops, collaborating with partners (e.g., Brazilian Space Agency, UFRN), and setting up art displays. Include moments of Alexander Grebenkin (cosmonaut) talking to kids or Alexandra Veselova guiding art sessions. Call-to-Action Videos (1 video). Invite viewers to join MoonDAO’s community, and participate in the Soyuz Art Rocket launch lot prize. Feature Eiman or Ryan/Pablo saying, “Join MoonDAO to make space for everyone!”

Member(s) responsible for OKR and their role:

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Team (Table A)

Project Lead	@anastasiaadastra
Initial Team	Role 1: MoonDAO Astronaut and Cardio-Oncology PhysicianEiman Jahangir (@eimanjahangir). Share inspiring talks with patients, connecting his medical and space journey to show MoonDAO’s impact.Role 2: MoonDAO Core Team RepresentativeRyan or Pablo (@ryand2d or @pmoncada). Spread MoonDAO’s mission through public talks, inviting people to join.Role 3: Media SpecialistVartan Adzhemyan. Create social media videos to share the project’s story and MoonDAO’s vision.Role 4: Unity Foundation President and Project LeaderAlena Kuzmenko. Oversee project execution and lead partnerships.Role 5: CosmonautAlexander Grebenkin. Deliver inspirational talks and sessions with kids.Role 6: ArtistAlexandra Veselova (@AlexandraVeselova). Facilitate art therapy sessions for patients.Role 7: Executive DirectorEgenia Fadeeva. Coordinate project logistics and partnerships.Role 8: Team lead in BrazilJulio Rezende. Coordinate project logistics and partnerships in Brazil.
Multi-sig signers*	@pmoncada, Wallet Address: pmoncada.eth; @ryand2d, Wallet Address: 0xB2d3900807094D4Fe47405871B0C8AdB58E10D42; @eimanjahangir, Wallet Address: 0xe2d3aC725E6FFE2b28a9ED83bedAaf6672f2C801; @mitchie_mitch, Wallet Address: 0xb1d4c1B9c8DA3191Fdb515Fa7AdeC3D41D014F4f, @larrotiz, Wallet Address: 0x5640Ddc028f2436B5C0BA0305D2199556C1b5a95
Multi-sig Address*	ETH address with the multi-sig

Timeline (Table B)

Days after Proposal Passes	Description
0	Proposal Passes
14	Finalize travel plans and confirm partnerships with Brazilian Space Agency, UFRN, and hospitals
20	Create workshop plans and media strategy, highlighting Eiman’s story
30	Complete travel logistics (flights, accommodations)
60	Hold Art Rocket Project workshops (6-19 September)
90	Gather artwork for Soyuz Art Rocket collage
120	Join Soyuz Art Rocket launch (November 2025)
150	Share media stories and results in MoonDAO's Discord

Deadline for the project: End of Q3.

Budget Justification (Table C)

Description	Amount	Justification
Round-trip flight for Eiman Jahangir (USA to Brazil)	$1,500	Travel to Brazil for workshops; based on average economy fares
Accommodation for Eiman Jahangir (7 nights at $100/night)	$700	Lodging in Brazil during workshops
Per diem for Eiman Jahangir (7 days at $50/day)	$350	Meals and small expenses
Round-trip flight for MoonDao Core Team (Ryan or Pablo) (USA to Brazil)	$1,500	Travel to Brazil for workshops; based on average economy fares
Accommodation for MoonDao Core Team (13 nights at $100/night)	$1,300	Lodging in Brazil during workshops
Per diem for MoonDao Core Team (13 days at $50/day)	$650	Meals and small expenses
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