Grants for Black Women

Last updated August 11, 2026

There are currently 131 active grants for black women in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	H. Jesse Arnelle Endowed Scholarship	New Rochelle Fund for Educational	Rolling	$10K
Foundation	Cultivate: Women of Color Leadership Grant	Crossroads Fund Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	The SCALE Fellowship Program	The Equity Impact Center	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Drs. Keith and Monica Taylor's Family Scholarship Grant	Community Foundation of the Lowcountry	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	1954 Project - Luminary Award Grant	The Cleveland Avenue Foundation For	Rolling	$1M
Foundation	Partnership with Prairie View A&M: Teaching African American Studies Initiative	National Humanities Center	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	John Kenney Jr., MD Lifetime Achievement Award and Lectureship Grant	American Academy of Dermatology Inc	Rolling	$10K
Foundation	NCCU Endowed Scholarship	Durham Chapter of the Links Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	IF: Womxn and Girls Grant	Island Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Women's Foundation of California Grant	Women's Foundation of California	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Janisha R. Gabriel Movement Protection Fund	Solidaire Network Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Eva L. Ozier Scholarship for Graduating High School Seniors Grant	Kalamazoo Community Foundation	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	John W. Work III Memorial Foundation Scholarship Fund Grant	The Community Foundation of Middle	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Rachel’s Network Catalyst Award - Personal Grant	Rachel's Network Inc	Rolling	$15K
Foundation	Black Student Union Scholarship	Educational Excellence Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	World Kinect Corporation Diversity Scholarship	Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	National Lincoln Institute Alumni Scholarship Grant	The Community Foundation Of	Rolling	$3K
Foundation	360 Fashion Scholarship	Icon360 Inc	Rolling	$3K – $5K
Foundation	Dr. George H. and Mrs. Hettie S. Love “Love of Learning” Scholarship Fund Grant	The Foundation for Enhancing Communities	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Community Power-Building for Birth and Parenting Justice Grant Program	Sistersong Inc	Rolling	$25K – $50K
Foundation	ArtsWave Circle Grants	Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	2026 Spring Essay Scholarship	Black Women Lawyers Association of Greater Chicago	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Amplify Scholarship Grant	OSA Foundation Inc	Rolling	$10K
Foundation	Black Women & Gender-Expansive Leadership Project (BWL)	Washington Area Women's Foundation	Rolling	Varies

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About grants for black women

Grants for Black women address the intersectional funding gap affecting Black women entrepreneurs, leaders, and community organizations. Dedicated programs are growing, with foundations, corporate initiatives, and government programs increasingly recognizing the need for targeted support.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grants specifically support Black women entrepreneurs?

The Fearless Fund specifically backed Black women-led businesses. IFundWomen has a Black women entrepreneurs program. Hello Alice offers targeted grants. The SBA's 8(a) program serves economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs. Backstage Capital focuses on underrepresented founders. Corporate programs from Google, Visa, and American Express also provide targeted support.

Are there grants for Black women in education?

Yes. The UNCF provides scholarships for students at HBCUs. The Thurgood Marshall College Fund supports students. The AAUW offers research and education grants. Sorority foundations like Alpha Kappa Alpha and Delta Sigma Theta offer scholarships and community grants. Department of Education programs at minority-serving institutions also provide support.

What organizations fund programs serving Black women?

The Black Women's Health Imperative, National Council of Negro Women, and Black Women's Blueprint offer and channel funding. Foundations like the Kellogg Foundation, Ford Foundation, and Open Society Foundations have specific equity programs. The Community Foundation for Black Women and Girls is a dedicated funder.

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