Scaling Digital
Sovereignty
in Fort Worth
Fort Worth DAO is a Web3 community and decentralized autonomous organization. Its legal entity, Fort Worth DAO LCA, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on education and digital sovereignty across Fort Worth and Greater Texas.
We teach the foundations of digital ownership, cryptography, blockchain, cybersecurity, and emerging technology 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.
Upcoming Events
Workshops, meetups, and hackathon prep sessions
Roundtables every Wednesday at 12pm CST at CreateFW.All FWTX events →
Join Our Community Roundtables
Growing a technologist culture in Fort Worth via Digital Assets, Emerging Tech, and Information Age First principles
RSVPDigital Sovereignty Starts with Education
Fort Worth DAO helps students, professionals, and multidisciplinary builders understand and use Web3 across the arts, sciences, industry, and civic life. Our nonprofit programs support open source ecosystems throughout Greater Texas.
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.
Fort Worth DAO LCA · EIN 41-2815082
Sponsorship Levels
Simple support levels for organizations investing in Fort Worth's builder community.
Fort Worth DAO LCA · EIN 41-2815082 · Tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
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
Fort Worth Talent Network
Connect with the people building Fort Worth's technology and innovation ecosystem
Join the Fort Worth Talent Network
Create your profile, share your skills, and connect with local builders, employers, and opportunities.
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
October 1–30, 2026
In-Person Demo Day
October 30, 2026 · 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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about FWTX DAO and Web3 civic innovation in Fort Worth.
What is FWTX DAO?
FWTX DAO, also known as Fort Worth DAO, is a Web3 community and decentralized autonomous organization. Its legal entity, Fort Worth DAO LCA, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. It focuses on education, digital sovereignty, open source technology, and civic innovation across Fort Worth and Greater Texas.
How do I join Fort Worth DAO?
Visit dao.fwtx.city, choose Enter Platform or Sign In, and use the account-creation option presented by the member portal. Read the constitution for membership expectations, then attend a public roundtable or workshop and connect with the community. For help, email [email protected].
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 community-led decentralized autonomous organization focused on a particular city or region. Fort Worth DAO uses Web3 principles such as transparency, decentralization, and shared participation to support education, digital sovereignty, workforce development, and public-interest technology in Fort Worth and Greater Texas.
Build the Future.
Drive and build the future of Fort Worth Web3 excellence with us.