RootstockCollective 101 : Submitting a grant

This article is part of the RootstockCollective 101 series dedicated to guiding developers and community members through the ecosystem. From getting and staking RIF, to submitting and voting for proposals, you’ll find what you’re looking for in this series.

If you’ve been following the news, then you already know that Asami became the first recipient of a grant through RootstockCollective, setting a precedent for builders to receive the support needed to bring their vision to life.

And with the RootstockCollective Grants Wave 2 kicking off soon, it’s vital for builders to know how they can be part of this journey.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of submitting a grant proposal, from preparing your idea and staking RIF to securing community votes.

But first,

Why should you apply for a grant through RootstockCollective?

Submitting a proposal to the RootstockCollective DAO allows you to directly influence and contribute to the future of the Rootstock ecosystem while being rewarded for your efforts.

By participating, you’re not only accessing financial support through the community-led Treasury, but you’re also becoming part of a collective mission to drive innovation on Bitcoin.

Whether you’re building new applications or contributing to ecosystem growth, your proposal helps shape Rootstock’s future and strengthens its long-term vision to bring Bitcoin to the next billion users.

Steps to submitting a proposal

Step 1: Complete KYB Requirements

Submit KYB Application: Fill out the KYB Google Form and sign the agreement. This will trigger an email with instructions for Step 2.
Persona Verification: Complete Persona verification (off-chain KYC provider) with entity and project info.