> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://handbook.openguild.wtf/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://handbook.openguild.wtf/about-the-community.md). # About the Community {% embed url="" %} ### Description **OpenGuild** is a community of passionate Web3 builders dedicated to growing the **Polkadot ecosystem**. Our mission is to **discover, connect, and support top talents** in Southeast Asia to accelerate Polkadot start-ups while also providing valuable resources to builders across Asia. Through collaboration and innovation, we strive to create real impact, develop groundbreaking products, and build a thriving community around Polkadot. We focus on **helping builders and organizations** navigate **Polkadot’s technology** by offering well-structured resources, hands-on events, and engaging activities. Our goal is to make it easy for anyone to be a part of the ecosystem by tailored path.
### Discover the community step-by-step 1. Understand how OpenGuild works through guidelines: [Guidelines](/general-information/guidelines.md) 2. After finish reading [Community Guideline](/general-information/guidelines/community-guideline.md), quick check [Community Grant](/hackathon-projects-and-events/community-grant.md) and [Broken mention](broken://pages/FSJayBsK4NeYGiBJHYjV) to learn how to convert your contribution into real value. 3. Then, if you have an interest to contribute to the OpenGuild, visit [Ranking System](/general-information/membership/ranking-system.md), [Broken mention](broken://pages/Q0gccMOhIUQaBxkU33ua) and [Quests for Bounty & XP farming](/general-information/membership/quests-for-bounty-and-xp-farming.md). We make a lot of contribution, you can learn it here [Member Contribution](/general-information/membership/member-contribution.md)