NCCU Endowed Scholarship Organization: Durham (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Purpose: Provide educational opportunity for African Americans through support of historically black colleges and…
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.
New Suns Fellowship Funder: Minnesota Black Collective Foundation (BCFMN) Award Amount: $10,000 per fellow (flexible funding) Total Investment: $120,000 annually Number of Awards: 12 fellows per…
Nick Mirkopoulos Scholarship Funder: NEIU Foundation Focus Areas: Support for African-American mothers pursuing higher education Background: Endowed by Alex Pissios and Nick Pissios, alumni of…
OneFuture Coachella Valley Scholarships Overview: OneFuture Coachella Valley awards scholarships in partnership with local nonprofit organizations and provides students with financial aid counseling…
Open Call for Creative Technologists Overview: Funding and opportunity for creative technologists working on immersive and innovative media projects. Focus Areas: - Immersive media - Creative…
Parish Leadership Support Grant Funder: Martin de Porres Foundation Geographic Scope: Archdiocese of Philadelphia; open to Black Catholics living and serving in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia as…
Partnership with Prairie View A&M: Teaching African American Studies Initiative Status: Active program (3-year pilot 2022-2025) Geographic Scope: United States Overview: A three-year collaboration…
PSWA and Linda Heidelberg Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The PSWA and Linda…
Rachel’s Network Catalyst Award - Organizational Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rachels Network Inc Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Rachel’s Network Catalyst Award is an…
Rachel’s Network Catalyst Award - Personal Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rachels Network Inc Amount: US $15,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Pre-proposal deadline refers to…
Racial Equity Funding Opportunity Funder: NewSchools Venture Fund Status: Closed - Application deadline was March 28, 2022 (based on available information) Total Available: $1.5 million Announced:…
Raleigh Alumnae Delta Scholarship Endowment for Non-traditional Students Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The Raleigh…
Reboot Representation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Reboot Representation Tech Coalition Last Updated: November 01, 2024 Summary The Reboot Representation Tech Coalition aims to significantly increase…
Renee Powell Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Lpga Foundation Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Renee Powell Education Grant, established in 2022 by The LPGA Foundation, aims to…
Renee Powell Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Lpga Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary Overview The LPGA Foundation The LPGA Foundation supports women and…
Reverend Pinckney Scholarship Program Organization: Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Status: Established 2016; College Readiness component launched in 2019 Geographic Scope: Coastal…
Robert W. and Irene O. James Community College / Technical Career Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The R.O.S.E. Foundation Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Robert W. and Irene O.…
Shirley Ann Mesher Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Alabama Community Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Central Alabama Community Foundation Established in 1987…
SisterFund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary SisterFund Grants, part of a collective giving circle at the Community…
Sisternomics Empowerment Grant Funder: National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. — Metropolitan Washington D.C. Chapter (NCBWDC) Overview: The Sisternomics Empowerment Grant is an economic…
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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