Dr. Ernest Hartzog Founder’s Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Dr. Ernest Hartzog Founder’s Scholarship aims to…
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.
Dr. George H. and Mrs. Hettie S. Love “Love of Learning” Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Dr. George…
Dr. Robert Tanner Freeman Dental School Scholarship Status: In early stages of development, still fundraising for expansion Established: 2023 Geographic Scope: United States Focus: Dental school…
Drs. Keith and Monica Taylor's Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Last Updated: October 19, 2025 Summary Drs. Keith and Monica Taylor's Family…
Empowering Students Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Academy of Audiology Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Empowering Students Scholarship, offered by the…
EmpowerMENt Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The EmpowerMENt Fund Grant, offered by the Ann Arbor…
Equality Can't Wait Challenge Amount: $10 million (awarded to NMCC & Native Women Lead collaboration) Status: Completed/Past competition (awards announced August 2021) Geographic Scope: United States…
Eva L. Ozier Scholarship for Graduating High School Seniors Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalamazoo Community Foundation Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The Eva L.…
Executive Leadership Program Overview: A mentorship and professional development program designed specifically for undergraduate women of color to advance their film executive careers in…
Fellowships for HBCU Faculty Status: Active program Geographic Scope: United States Overview: A specialized fellowship program providing residential fellowships specifically for scholars from…
Friends of Carver Scholarship - Barrett Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Friends of Carver…
Fund II UNCF STEM Scholars Program Overview: The Fund II Foundation's UNCF STEM Scholars Program provides scholarships to college-bound African American STEM scholars. The program welcomed its second…
General Hospital #2 Perpetual Trust Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary Overview General Hospital #2…
George G. Johnson Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary The George G. Johnson Scholarship Fund, established in…
Grimes-King Foundation for the Elderly Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grimes King Foundation For The Elderly Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Grimes-King…
H. Jesse Arnelle Endowed Scholarship Award Amount - $10,000 annually to an NRHS graduating senior Eligibility Requirements Awardee must meet one or more of the following criteria: - Demonstrated…
HHIBAC Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hilton Head Island-bluffton Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary The HHIBAC Scholarship…
Hilliard P. and Helen P. Jenkins Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of South Alabama Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Hilliard P. and Helen…
IF: Womxn and Girls Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Island Foundation Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Island Foundation's Womxn and Girls Grant aims to support organizations that address the…
Illuminations Grant for Black Trans Women Visual Artists Status: ACTIVE Funder: Queer Art Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Illuminations Grant for Black Trans Women Visual…
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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