# ETHIQ AIRDROP > How to Earn Your Share of the $500,000 USDC + 50,000,000 $ETHIQ Reward ETHIQ’s Proof of Solidarity Airdrop is officially live. **Published by:** [SpuriousDragon](https://paragraph.com/@tadros/) **Published on:** 2026-01-06 **Categories:** ethiq, base, airdrop, virtuals.io, humanaid, donation, p2p **URL:** https://paragraph.com/@tadros/ethiq-airdrop ## Content A total of $500,000 USDC and 50,000,000 vested $ETHIQ will be distributed to participants who demonstrate kindness, conviction, and consistent on-chain engagement. This guide explains how to qualify, how points are calculated, and how to position yourself for the highest possible allocation.1. Understanding the RewardsThe airdrop reward pool consists of:$500,000 USDC50,000,000 vested $ETHIQRewards are not distributed equally. Your share is determined by the Solidarity Points you accumulate throughout the campaign. Your points reflect:The amount of ETHIQ you holdThe amount of ETHIQ you stakeThe amount of USDC you donateYour consistency across all snapshotsThe more points you earn, the larger your portion of the reward pool.2. How Points Are CalculatedSolidarity Points are generated from three core actions:ActionPoints per $1 valueETHIQ staked12 pointsETHIQ held at snapshot6 pointsUSDC donated via app.ethiq.us3 pointsYour points are measured at every snapshot, not just once. Consistency strongly increases your final allocation.3. Airdrop Flow (Overview)Below is the full process from start to finish:Create Wallet → Connect to Base ↓ Buy ETHIQ via Virtuals ↓ Complete Proof of Kindness (Galxe) ↓ Donate & Interact via app.ethiq.us ↓ Claim Proof of Solidarity (Galxe) ↓ Accumulate Points Across Snapshots ↓ Receive Share of Rewards 4. Step-by-Step: How to Join and Earn RewardsStep 1: Create an EVM Wallet and Connect to BaseYou can use MetaMask, Rabby, or any EVM-compatible wallet. Add the Base network:RPC: https://mainnet.base.orgChain ID: 8453Currency: ETHExplorer: https://basescan.orgYou will also need a small amount of ETH on Base for gas fees.Step 2: Buy ETHIQ (Your Highest Point Multiplier)To begin earning points, you need ETHIQ on Base.2.1 Acquire VIRTUAL (if needed)Purchase VIRTUAL on a CEX or DEX, then bridge or deposit it to Base.2.2 Buy ETHIQUse the Virtuals prototype: https://app.virtuals.io/prototypes/0x9B1bBBa7C0BBaAF22315a939a19448559D605890 Holding and staking ETHIQ are the strongest point generators:Holding earns 6 points per $1Staking earns 12 points per $1ETHIQ is the foundation of your score.Step 3: Complete Proof of KindnessThis step is required to unlock the airdrop. Go to the Galxe quest: https://app.galxe.com/quest/atomiclodge/GCLfst8c6v Connect your wallet and complete the tasks. Mint your Proof of Kindness OAT. Without this OAT, you are not eligible for the campaign.Step 4: Make a Donation via app.ethiq.usYour on-chain impact is measured here. Visit: app.ethiq.us Connect your wallet on Base, choose a mission, and donate USDC. Donations generate:3 points for every $1 USDC donatedThis action also unlocks eligibility for Proof of Solidarity.Step 5: Claim Proof of SolidarityGo to the Galxe quest: https://app.galxe.com/quest/atomiclodge/GCtPVtYYkE Galxe checks:Did you complete Proof of Kindness?Did you make a donation?Are you holding ETHIQ at snapshot time?Once verified, mint your Proof of Solidarity OAT. This OAT officially links your impact to the airdrop system.5. How Rewards Are DeterminedYour total rewards depend on:Your cumulative pointsYour ranking on the leaderboardYour consistency across snapshotsPoints Engine DiagramETHIQ Held → 6 points per $1 ETHIQ Staked → 12 points per $1 USDC Donated → 3 points per $1 --------------------------------------- Total Solidarity Points ↓ Leaderboard Ranking ↓ Share of $500k USDC + 50M ETHIQ Snapshot consistency is one of the strongest factors. Participants who act early and remain active will have significantly higher scores.6. Track Your ProgressYour rank and total points are displayed on the ETHIQ Leaderboard: https://ethiq.us/leaderboard The leaderboard updates as:You accumulate more pointsSnapshots occurOther users move above or below youYour position on the leaderboard is the clearest indicator of your future airdrop allocation.7. Summary: How to Maximize Your AllocationTo optimize your rewards:Buy and hold ETHIQStake ETHIQ for the highest multiplierDonate USDC via the AI Agent for additional pointsComplete Proof of Kindness and Proof of SolidarityStay active across all snapshotsMonitor your ranking on the leaderboardYour commitment, consistency, and impact directly determine your share of the $500,000 USDC + 50,000,000 $ETHIQ pool. ## Publication Information - [SpuriousDragon](https://paragraph.com/@tadros/): Publication homepage - [All Posts](https://paragraph.com/@tadros/): More posts from this publication - [RSS Feed](https://api.paragraph.com/blogs/rss/@tadros): Subscribe to updates