Grants for Single Moms
Last updated October 1, 2026
There are currently 79 open grants for single moms in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 39 list an award amount, with a median of $3,500.
- Open grants
- 79
- from 66 funders
- Median award
- $3,500
- middle half $1,550–$10K
- Total listed funding
- $598K
- across 39 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 8
- 5 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| The Discovering Me Scholarship Essay Contest Georgia Ave Family Support Collaborative · Foundation October 31, 2026 · Up to $2K Annual cash prize scholarship for teen girls facing the challenge of father absence. Applicants write essays sharing their personal stories of resilience and self-discovery while growing up without their father. | |
| Live Your Dream Award Soroptimist Kansas City Foundation · Foundation November 15, 2026 · $250 – $4K A signature program of Soroptimist International of the Americas that provides grants to head-of-household women pursuing educational or career training opportunities. | |
| Dr. Emma Lerew Scholarship Louis Hernandez JRS Foundation · Foundation May 31, 2027 · Varies | |
| Single Parent Household & Families Scholarship Louis Hernandez JRS Foundation · Foundation May 31, 2027 · Varies | |
| STEAM Scholarship Louis Hernandez JRS Foundation · Foundation May 31, 2027 · Varies | |
| TPF Single Mothers Fund Turkish Philanthropy Funds Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Part of Turkish Philanthropy Funds' special programs focused on gender equality and social economic development, specifically supporting single mothers in Turkey. | |
| Edward & Ellen Roche Relief Foundation Grants Uw Edward & Ellen Roche Rel Fdn · Foundation Rolling · $15K – $25K The Edward & Ellen Roche Relief Foundation Grants support nonprofits that assist disadvantaged women and children in New York City. | |
| OFB Rapid Response Grant Oregon Food Bank · Foundation Rolling · Up to $5K The OFB Rapid Response Grant provides up to $5,000 for organizations to address food insecurity and inequities faced by marginalized communities. | |
| Single Mother Student Emergency Fund Metrowest Women's Fund Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Supports single mothers whose education is at risk because of a serious financial burden. | |
| Power of the Purse Grant Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Power of the Purse Grant supports organizations that assist women and children facing challenges related to poverty, education, and abuse. | |
| Otis Smith Scholarship Grant Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan · Foundation Rolling · Up to $3K The Otis Smith Scholarship, funded by the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, provides non-renewable scholarships of up to $3,000 for single parent mothers pursuing post-secondary education at accredited institutions. | |
| Helen M. Clymer Scholarship Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Helen M. Clymer Scholarship Fund, established by the Berks County Community Foundation, supports single mothers in Berks County who are pursuing their education. | |
| Rose Francis Foundation Emergency Assistance Fund Grant Rose Francis Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $500 The Rose Francis Foundation Emergency Assistance Fund provides vital support for families facing financial hardships in Fayetteville, NC. | |
| Nyah's Angels Fund (Funeral Assistance for Stillborn Loss) Whitley County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies An endowment fund established to assist single mothers from Whitley County who have experienced the loss of a baby due to stillborn birth and face financial burden of funeral expenses. | |
| Penny Ann Powers Scholarship Fund Grant San Antonio Area Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Penny Ann Powers Scholarship Fund, managed by the San Antonio Area Foundation, supports students pursuing an Associate Degree or vocational training. | |
| Kathi Joy Wiley Scholarship Grant Community Foundation for SW Washington · Foundation Rolling · $3K Community Foundation for Southwest Washington The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington is a public charitable organization dedicated to strengthening communities across Southwest Washington by connecting people, resources, and… | |
| ANSWER Scholarship Grant College Foundation, Inc. · Foundation Rolling · $3K – $6K The ANSWER Scholarship, offered by the College Foundation of North Carolina, provides financial support ranging from $2,750 to $5,500 for nontraditional female students aged 25 and older who are mothers of school-age children. | |
| Sierra's Fund (Adoption Assistance) Whitley County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies An endowment fund established to provide adoption assistance to Whitley County residents navigating the adoption process to build their families. Established by Matt and Hallie Grant in honor of their adopted daughter Sierra. | |
| Judy Jones Bosserman Memorial Scholarship Endowment Grant John Randolph Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K The Judy Jones Bosserman Memorial Scholarship Endowment aims to support the continuing education of deserving students, particularly females raised by single mothers. | |
| Grace Brorstrom Oakley Scholarship Grant John Wood Community College Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $1K The Grace Brorstrom Oakley Scholarship, established by Dr. Burks Oakley II in honor of his mother, supports single mothers pursuing a degree at John Wood Community College (JWCC). | |
| Women's Business Center Scholarship and Microgrant Initiative Rural Enterprises of Oklahoma Inc · Foundation Rolling · $10K | |
| Heloise Werthan Kuhn Scholarship Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Heloise Werthan Kuhn Scholarship Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, supports pregnant or parenting teens in Tennessee. | |
| Betty Bell Scholarship for Kauai Women Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Betty Bell Scholarship for Kauai Women Fund, established in 2020, supports women from Kauai who demonstrate a strong work ethic and may face barriers to higher education. | |
| Special Initiative Grants The Devto Support Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $100K – $250K The DevTo Support Foundation's invitation-only Special Grants Initiative supports innovative, transformational programs serving at-risk populations in Orange County and the Coachella Valley. Pamela R. Cohen, Ed.M., Foundation Administrator |
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Grants for single moms by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 8 10%
- Upcoming date published
- 5 6%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 18 23%
- No deadline published
- 48 61%
Only 5 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.
Funders with the most open grants for single moms
- Louis Hernandez JRS Foundation for a 3 open
- Mother's Grace 3 open
- ANSWER Scholarship Inc 2 open
- Community Foundation of Abilene 2 open
- Council Bluffs Schools Foundation Inc 2 open
- Hawaii Community Foundation 2 open
66 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 79 open grants for single moms (active, with a deadline today or later or none published) as of October 1, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum.
About grants for single moms
Grants for single mothers fund education, housing, childcare, job training, and emergency assistance. While few grants target single mothers exclusively, many programs prioritize single-parent families, low-income women, and women with dependent children. Federal, state, and foundation sources all offer relevant opportunities.
Grants for Single Moms by state
Browse grants for single moms available to organizations in 3 states.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do grants for single moms award?
Of the 79 open grants for single moms Grantable lists as of October 1, 2026, 39 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $3,500, and the middle half fall between $1,550 and $10K. The largest is $250K. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most grants for single moms?
By number of open listings, the most active funders are Louis Hernandez JRS Foundation for a (3), Mother's Grace (3), ANSWER Scholarship Inc (2), Community Foundation of Abilene (2), and Council Bluffs Schools Foundation Inc (2). In all, 66 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
When are grants for single moms due?
Of 79 open grants, 8 accept applications on a rolling basis, 5 have a published upcoming deadline, 18 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 48 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.
What grants help single moms go back to school?
Pell Grants provide up to $7,395 annually for low-income students. The Patsy T. Mink Education Foundation supports women with children pursuing education. Many states offer educational grants for single parents. Workforce development programs through the Department of Labor provide job training funds. Some colleges offer specific scholarships for single mothers.
Are there emergency grants for single mothers?
Yes. TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) provides emergency cash assistance. Salvation Army, Catholic Charities, and local community action agencies offer emergency grants. The Modest Needs Self-Sufficiency Grant helps families in temporary crisis. Many community foundations run emergency assistance funds for single-parent families.
Can single moms get grants to start a business?
Absolutely. Single mothers qualify for all women-focused business grants, plus many programs that prioritize low-income entrepreneurs. The SBA, Amber Grant, IFundWomen, and state programs all offer opportunities. Micro-lending organizations like Grameen America specifically serve low-income women entrepreneurs.
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