Build a community seed library at a host-invited Maré site

Community gardeners in Complexo da Maré often buy the same seeds season after season with no easy way to share surplus or swap varieties, even as local food-growing efforts expand. A simple seed library box at a host-invited community site lets neighbors deposit and borrow seeds freely. This is entry-level build work. Standard: FAO community seed system guidance; SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) Proof: Photo of the stocked, finished seed library Method (FAO community seed system guidance; SDG 2 (Zero Hunger)): 1. Confirm the host invites the build and pick a sheltered, accessible spot. 2. Build or mount a small weatherproof box with labeled compartments. 3. Stock the library with a starter set of donated seed packets. 4. Post simple instructions for depositing and borrowing seeds. 5. Photograph the finished seed library and record the build date. Done when: Photo of the stocked, finished seed library

Where

Host-invited community site, Complexo da Maré, Rio de Janeiro 21042

Pay

$180 proposed

This packet is not funded yet, so this figure is a proposed price and not money waiting in escrow. If a buyer funds it, approved proof settles that price onchain. If nobody funds it, approved proof earns provable credit toward the work instead of cash. You see which before you claim, never after.

Proof

Photo of the stocked, finished seed library

This is exactly what gets it approved. Nothing settles without it.

Level

entry

Open until

2026-09-03

How this work is done

A documented method, so this packet comes out the same whoever does it. Typically 30–60 minutes. Method of record: Community-coordination hazard survey (documentation + coordination only; severity-tagged)

Bring

• GPS phone
• camera
• hi-vis vest
• severity-tag reference (minor|moderate|severe|critical)

Steps

1. 1. Walk the corridor from a safe path; record a GPS waypoint at each hazard.
2. 2. Photograph each hazard.
3. 3. Classify the hazard type and assign a severity tag (minor|moderate|severe|critical).
4. 4. Name the responsible handoff target (BID / city agency / utility).
5. 5. Enter each hazard's type, severity, GPS, photo, and handoff target into the proof record; sign.

If it does not match the plan

• NEVER perform repair or enter the roadway/public right-of-way -> documentation and coordination only.
• Any severity:critical (e.g., live downed wire, open utility vault) -> flag immediately to the responsible agency; keep clear.

What counts as done

• Each hazard photographed with a GPS waypoint
• Severity tag assigned per hazard
• Hazard type classified
• Named handoff target per hazard

Proof is measured against these, not judged by taste.