For episode 207, we’re excited to welcome Jaydeep Korde, CEO and Co-Founder of Launchnodes, the team behind Lido Impact Staking—a groundbreaking initiative that allows users to donate a portion of their staking rewards to fund verified social impact projects like GiveDirectly, UNICEF, and Treedom, all while keeping their principal intact.
At a time when crypto is still too often dismissed as purely speculative, Lido Impact Staking offers a bold counter-narrative—showing how Ethereum staking can be repurposed into a powerful, transparent, and regenerative source of long-term impact capital.
From decentralized dashboards to real-world data, and from financial flexibility to radical transparency, this conversation is a masterclass in what it looks like to align purpose with profit.
We discuss:
🔄 Breaking the Nonprofit Burnout Cycle: Many nonprofits are stuck in a relentless loop of grant applications and reporting requirements, leaving little room to focus on long-term planning or scalable impact. Lido Impact Staking offers a new path forward by creating sustainable, recurring funding streams that reduce reliance on short-term grants.
💸 Doing Good Without Giving It All Away: Traditional giving often requires donors to part with their capital. With LIS, you can support high-impact causes without sacrificing your assets—donating a portion of your staking rewards while continuing to earn on your principal. It's a win-win for generosity and financial empowerment.
🧩 Meeting Nonprofits Where They Are: There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to Web3 adoption. LIS focuses on simplifying the onboarding process and lowering technical barriers. As staking becomes a more stable and familiar financial primitive, it will help pave the way for more nonprofits to embrace this powerful tool for long-term impact.
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01:45 - To start us off, can you share a bit about your personal journey into Web3—what inspired you to co-found Launchnodes and ultimately launch Lido Impact Staking?
05:35 - For those new to the concept, what exactly is Lido Impact Staking and how does it work? How does it differ from traditional staking or philanthropy
08:00 - Lido Impact Staking is supporting organizations like GiveDirectly, Mercy Corps Ventures, and UNICEF. What made these projects the right fit for the initial social impact marketplace—and how do you select partners moving forward?
12:45 - Transparency and accountability are key concerns in both philanthropy and Web3. How does LIS bring greater visibility to where funds are going and the impact they’re creating?
14:30 - The LIS dashboard gives users the ability to track staking rewards and how they're funding real-world projects. Can you walk us through what that user experience looks like?
16:40 - You’ve spoken about LIS as a direct challenge to the perception that crypto is all speculation with no societal value. Why was it important for you to challenge that narrative, and what response have you received so far?
18:45 - Let’s talk scale: if LIS were to gain significant adoption, what kind of impact could we see? How big is the opportunity here for sustainable, long-term funding for social good?
24:10 - In addition to individuals staking their ETH, what role do you see institutional stakers like DAOs and crypto companies playing in scaling Lido Impact Staking?
26:10 - Can you please walk listeners through the process for participating in Lido Impact Staking and first steps to get started?
29:50 - What is the process for nonprofits and impact projects interested in partnering to receive funding through LIS?
31:45 - Tell me more about the accountability and impact reporting requirements for recipient organizations.
37:35 - What advice would you give to builders and founders who are trying to design Web3 projects that generate both profit and purpose?
39:30 - What’s the best way for listeners to learn more about Lido Impact Staking and get involved?
42:10 - When you think about the future of Lido Impact Staking—and your broader journey in Web3—what kind of legacy do you hope to leave? What inspires you to keep building in this space, even when the path isn’t always easy?
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