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# DAOs for NFT Projects

## Build community around your NFT project with a token-gated DAO

### Why Launch an Upstream DAO for Your NFT Project?

Engage Your Community of NFT Holders

Your NFT Collections are the “Entry Pass” to DAO

Utilize Your DAO Treasury for Your Community Members

## Key DAO Features

DAO Vault

Upstream uses Gnosis multisig wallets for industry-leading security.

Governance

Members receive governance tokens proportional to their contribution to vote on proposals.

Voting

Vote on proposals to make decisions. Once a proposal passes, it's executed on-chain by designated signators.

Polls

Take a quick pulse of community sentiment with polls.

Chat

Stay connected to fellow DAO members and participate in discussions.

Events

Host your DAO Town Halls and weekly meetings on Upstream’s in-platform event function.

Legal Support

Get your questions answered by independent legal counsel.

## Successful NFT Project DAOs on Upstream

### [ToastPunk](https://toastpunk.upstreamapp.com)

If you own an OG ToastPunk, please make sure you are signed up to the @ToastPunk OG DAO. All collection royalties will be transferred in today for use by the DAO and all DAO members will also receive a free gift airdrop today. Airdrop starts in 12 hrs.

### [CryptoRastas](https://cryptorastas.upstreamapp.com)

We are starting a new moment in the CryptoRastas community. Today we launch the CryptoRastas DAO using @joinupstream. If you own a CR NFT just join cryptorastas.upstreamapp.com.

### [Illuminati NFT](https://twitter.com/kobiyashi_eth/status/1551254811055599617?s=20&t=8ZsTR_A8I6un5qUoCrfX0g)

Finally in the Illuminati DAO, thanks to this un-claimed @secretsociety NFT. Looks like @truth has BIG things coming in the near future. Looking forward to being part of this community as they execute.

## Explore Upstream

See how a DAO makes it easy to engage and energize your community of NFT holders.

### Help & FAQ

[What is a DAO?](https://guide.upstreamapp.com/getting-started/understanding-daos) [What are the benefits of DAOs?](https://guide.upstreamapp.com/getting-started/understanding-daos) [View All](https://guide.upstreamapp.com/)