Web3 Excellence
of Fort Worth
We are a municipal DAO dedicated to evangelizing digital sovereignty and property rights for Fort Worth - educating on the intersection of blockchain, cryptography, and ownership.
We focus on the nuance of digital ownership and emerging tech for our constituents by fostering open source ecosystems, knowledge sharing, and assets in our civic innovation lab.
We aim to create a more technologically literate, informed, and equitable digital future for an efficient and optimized city. Read our constitution and whitepaper.
Join Our Community Roundtables
Growing a technologist culture in Fort Worth via Digital Assets, Emerging Tech, and Information Age First principles
RSVPWeb3 Excellence Starts with Education
FWTX DAO serves our community by enabling students, and multi-disiplinary individuals to harness the power of Web3 in the art and sciences. We support and foster open source ecosystems and assets in emerging tech.
Decentralized Governance
Empower your projects with DAO structures, enabling decentralized decision-making and community-driven development in the Web3 space.
Smart City Integration
Leverage blockchain technology to build smart, interconnected urban environments that enhance sustainability and improve quality of life.
Web3 Education & Workshops
Offer comprehensive learning modules and interactive workshops focused on Web3, blockchain fundamentals, and their applications in various sectors.
Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration
Foster collaborations across diverse fields like FinTech, cybersecurity, and urban planning to innovate in the realm of Web3 and smart cities.
Non-Profit Initiatives
Engage in non-profit ventures that utilize blockchain for transparency and efficiency, focusing on societal welfare and community building.
Cyber Workforce Development
Develop skilled professionals at the intersection of IT security, runtime protection, and digital asset governance - equipping them to manage and secure cryptocurrency operations in enterprise and decentralized environments.
Donate to the Fort Worth DAO Mission
All contributions are charitable donations to a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit — fully tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Your support funds free community education, open-source tools, and civic innovation for Fort Worth.
Innovation Bounties
Submit your innovative ideas and help shape the future of Fort Worth's Web3 ecosystem
Have an Innovation Idea?
We're looking for creative solutions, hard problems, and innovative projects that can advance Fort Worth. Submit your bounty proposal and collaborate with our community.
- Community-driven innovation
- Transparent bounty system
- Collaborative development
- Real-world impact
Submit Your Bounty
Visit our DAO platform to submit proposals, browse active bounties, and join the ecosystem.
What Can You Submit?
Technical Solutions
Emerging Tech, AI, IoT, Knowledge Graphs, x402 solutions, dApps, and blockchain integrations
Community Initiatives
Education programs, events, and outreach projects
Strategic Projects
Research, governance proposals, and ecosystem development
HackFW 2026
Fort Worth's Innovation Flywheel — Building local tech talent through civic innovation challenges
Join Fort Worth's Premier Hackathon
HackFW is a sustained talent pipeline connecting builders with real-world civic challenges. Whether you're a student, professional, or innovator — this is your chance to make an impact.
Virtual Hackathon
April 2nd – May 2nd, 2026
In-Person Finals
May 1–2, 2026 · UTA Downtown Fort Worth
1,000+ Target Attendees
Students, professionals, and civic innovators
- Hands-on technical product development
- Real-world challenges from industry partners
- Mentorship from established professionals
- Pathways to employment opportunities
Ready to compete?
Register, explore challenges, find teammates, and track your progress — all at the official HackFW hub.
Go to hack.fwtx.city →Questions? Reach out directly
[email protected]What to Expect
Four weeks of building, learning, and connecting — capped by a live Demo Day.
Technical Challenges
Data engineering, software development, and emerging tech integration
View challengesFree Workshops
Networking opportunities and skill-building sessions throughout the event
See schedulePrizes & Recognition
Connect with sponsors and gain product deployment opportunities
View prizesUpcoming Events
Workshops, meetups, and hackathon prep sessions
Roundtables every Wednesday at 12pm CST at CreateFW. All FWTX events →
Civic Innovation Lab
Building open source assets for convergent technology engineering at the intersection of digital and physical systems.
Blockchain
Decentralized protocols, smart contracts, and on-chain governance tools for transparent civic infrastructure.
Data & AI
Machine learning and intelligent systems driving workforce development, economic growth, and American reindustrialization.
Physical Systems
Machines, sensors, and robotics that bridge the digital realm with real-world civic applications.
Our mission is to grow and build open source assets that empower communities through convergent technology—where blockchain, AI, and physical systems work together to create resilient, transparent, and human-centered civic infrastructure.
Partners & Collaborators
Building the future of Fort Worth together
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about FWTX DAO and Web3 civic innovation in Fort Worth.
What is FWTX DAO?
FWTX DAO is a community-driven decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) focused on Web3 civic innovation in Fort Worth, Texas. We build open source assets at the intersection of blockchain, AI, and physical systems to create transparent, resilient civic infrastructure.
How can I get involved with Web3 in Fort Worth?
You can join our community roundtables, attend workshops, participate in innovation bounties, or contribute to open source projects. Visit our events page to RSVP for upcoming meetups, or reach out at [email protected] to connect with our members.
What events does FWTX DAO host?
FWTX DAO hosts regular community roundtables, educational workshops on blockchain and cybersecurity, HackFW hackathons, and innovation bounty programs. Our events focus on growing a technologist culture in Fort Worth through digital assets, emerging tech, and information age first principles.
What is a Municipal DAO?
A Municipal DAO is a decentralized autonomous organization focused on civic infrastructure and local governance. FWTX DAO applies Web3 principles like transparency, decentralization, and community ownership to improve how cities operate—from digital identity and public records to economic development and workforce training.
Build the Future.
Drive and build the future of Fort Worth Web3 excellence with us.