Apply for Rhizome Commissions

Rhizome Commissions is a Rhizome (New Museum) grant providing between $5,000 and $25,000. Applications are due 2026-11-15 (open).

How to apply for Rhizome Commissions

1. Confirm your organization is eligible for Rhizome Commissions from Rhizome (New Museum), checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
2. Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
3. Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
4. Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Rhizome (New Museum) before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the Rhizome Commissions?

Rhizome Commissions is offered by Rhizome (New Museum) and is generally open to nonprofit. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the Rhizome Commissions provide?

Rhizome Commissions provides between $5K and $25K per award from Rhizome (New Museum). Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the Rhizome Commissions deadline?

Applications for Rhizome Commissions are due 2026-11-15 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Rhizome (New Museum), and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the Rhizome Commissions?

To apply for Rhizome Commissions, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Rhizome (New Museum).