For Christian digital artists seeking a values-aligned platform, LightDao is building a faith-driven NFT marketplace on the Solana blockchain where art purchases fund real-world charitable causes.^1
Founded in 2022 by Jianbi (Jay) Chen — a missionary with WEC International UK and leader of Christians in Web3 UK — LightDao exists to connect Christian creators with supporters who want their digital art transactions to support clean water, poverty relief, education, youth programs, and global missions.^1 The platform guides artists and charities through the NFT creation process, lowering the barrier for faith communities entering Web3.^1
Jay's passion for digital missions led him to present at the Fourth Lausanne Congress in September 2024, where he spoke about Web3 as a new frontier for the Church's mission.^3 He also leads the Bitcoin Angels project and is a ForbesWeb3 Legacy Member, bridging faith and ethical blockchain initiatives.^4
Notable- Partnered with Christians in Web3 (CW3 Global), FaithTech, Blockchain for Good Alliance, Encode Club, and the Lausanne Movement^1
- Listed on Stewardship UK as a missionary partner, enabling tax-efficient giving to support Jay's digital missions work^5
- Featured on the Tech for Jesus directory as a blockchain tool for Christian creators^6
- UK-based social enterprise with plans to transition to a full DAO structure^4
- Currently in pre-beta development with an artist application process open for Christian creators^1
