Aave Grants DAO 2026
Amounts, focus, equity terms and how to apply for Aave Grants DAO, from our web3 grant tracker (last verified 2026-09-27). Terms change often, so confirm on the official page before you apply.
What it funds
Focus: Aave ecosystem builders.
Program format: Rolling applications; new grantees announced monthly.
Stage: any — the tracker lists no stage requirement.
From the official page (aavegrants.org, checked 2026-09-28):
- Categories: applications and integrations, code audits, committees and DAOs serving the ecosystem, community (marketing and education), developer tooling, events and sponsorships, protocol development, and other.
- There are no cohorts or deadlines. Every applicant hears back, accepted or not.
- There are no traditional RFPs, but the program publishes a Requests for Grants page; you can answer one of those ideas through the standard form.
- Milestone-based grants pay later tranches through a separate claim form.
How to apply
Apply on the official page: aavegrants.org. Eligibility, format and deadlines are set there and can change without notice.
What makes any grant application easier to say yes to:
Apply to ZK Prime in parallel
Same document, no exclusivity. $5K–$75K non-dilutive grants for on-chain AI agents, DeFAI and ZK infrastructure at idea or prototype stage; reply within 5 business days.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Aave Grants DAO give?
Our tracker lists: Varies. There is no single fixed amount, so size the request to one milestone. Confirm current amounts on the official page (aavegrants.org); last verified 2026-09-27.
How do I apply to Aave Grants DAO?
Apply through the form on aavegrants.org at any time. Submitted applications cannot be edited: share progress at the interview stage, or in a new application if the first one is declined. If you have had no answer after a month, you can ask for an update in the program’s Telegram channel. (Official page: aavegrants.org, checked 2026-09-28.)
Does Aave Grants DAO take equity?
No. Our tracker lists Aave Grants DAO as non-dilutive: no equity is taken.
Can I apply to ZK Prime at the same time?
Yes. ZK Prime Capital does not ask for exclusivity and accepts the same application document you prepare for Aave Grants DAO: $5K–$75K, non-dilutive, idea or prototype stage, reply within 5 business days. Any rules on disclosing other funding are set by Aave Grants DAO itself, so check its terms.
Source: ZK Prime web3 grant tracker, last verified 2026-09-27. Spotted an outdated detail? Open a PR.