> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://stellar.gitbook.io/ambassador-program/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://stellar.gitbook.io/ambassador-program/stellar-ambassador-program.md). # Stellar Ambassador Program The Stellar Ambassador Program (“SAP”) supports builders, educators, organizers, and ecosystem contributors who are passionate about the Stellar ecosystem and committed to growing the Stellar network and who want to independently organize Stellar-related local activation, developer engagement, ecosystem referrals, and community building. The program exists to empower credible regional leaders and contributors to drive meaningful ecosystem growth through chapter-based activations, educational programming, developer support, and project incubation. Through the program, Ambassadors and Lead Organizations help connect developers, businesses, and users with the resources needed to build on the Stellar network and contribute to the broader Stellar ecosystem. #### **The Ambassador Program was created to support Stellar ecosystem participants in:** * **Educating**: Equip communities with the knowledge to build on the Stellar network, teach developers Rust and other relevant coding languages, and create resources in multiple languages to serve builders all over the world. * **Nurturing**: Foster a vibrant and inclusive Stellar community, welcome and support ecosystem participants of all kinds, and encourage participation in the Stellar Community Fund (“SCF”) and other ecosystem opportunities. * **Connecting**: Help innovators find one another, create opportunities for developers to interact with users and ecosystem stakeholders, and celebrate local activations and contributions through events, online engagement, and collaborative programming. * **Building**: Collaborate to identify local problems, create solutions tailored to address local challenges, and align to drive transformation. *July 2026* SAP 2.0 is the Stellar Development Foundation’s redesigned Ambassador Program, created to better support the growth of strong, locally led communities that drive meaningful ecosystem impact on Stellar. SAP 2.0 officially launched in July 2026. These are the biggest updates to the program. You can find more information about each of them throughout the handbook, along with additional changes designed to create a more consistent, accountable, and scalable program experience. Biggest Changes in SAP 2.0 * **Lead Organizations:** Ambassador Chapters are now operated by organizations with defined deliverables, reporting requirements, and performance expectations. * **Standardized Ambassador Tiers:** A unified Ambassador Tier framework establishes clear roles, contribution expectations, advancement pathways, and consistent recognition across every Chapter. * **Standardized Onboarding Framework:** Every Chapter now follows the same onboarding process, ensuring Ambassadors receive consistent training, expectations, and resources from day one. * **Country-Focused Chapter Model:** Regional Chapters have transitioned to country-focused Chapters, enabling stronger local leadership, clearer ownership, and more targeted community growth. * **Expanded Ecosystem Pathways:** The program places greater emphasis on helping Ambassadors become developers, founders, ecosystem contributors, and SCF applicants through clearer progression opportunities and stronger ecosystem connections. #### **Getting Started** Join the [Stellar Dev Discord](https://discord.com/invite/stellardev) to check out regional chapter channels and attend [upcoming events](/ambassador-program/get-involved/events-and-meetings.md) to connect with ambassadors and learn more. Interested in joining a regional chapter? Complete the [ambassador intake form](/ambassador-program/get-involved/become-an-ambassador.md).