Arbitrum DAO Grants - New Protocols RFP

Arbitrum DAO Grants runs an RFP program specifically for teams building novel protocols and applications on Arbitrum's Layer 2 network. If you're developing new DeFi primitives, infrastructure tools, consumer applications, or experimental protocols that push boundaries on Arbitrum, this program offers grants up to $500K in ARB tokens. The focus is on innovation—projects that bring fresh ideas to the ecosystem rather than ports of existing protocols.

The DAO evaluates proposals based on technical merit, team capability, ecosystem value, and execution roadmap. You'll need to demonstrate why Arbitrum is the right home for your protocol, show technical competence through prior work or detailed architecture, and outline clear milestones with realistic timelines. Grant amounts scale with project ambition and team track record. Expect rigorous community scrutiny: proposals go through public discussion on the Arbitrum governance forum before reaching a vote.

Submit your proposal through the Arbitrum DAO governance process. Start by posting a detailed RFP response in the forum covering your protocol concept, technical approach, team background, funding request, and milestone breakdown. Engage with community feedback, refine your proposal based on discussion, then proceed to formal voting. The RFP accepts submissions on a rolling basis—no fixed deadline. Build credibility early: contribute to forum discussions and demonstrate you understand Arbitrum's technical advantages and ecosystem needs.