100 MEN OF DANE COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE:_ * _The founding members meet as a group to review all grants (See Pre-proposal Deadline above). _ * _The Executive Board will review all grant requests and select the top 3…
Grants for Women
Thousands of grants exist specifically to support women-led organizations, women entrepreneurs, and programs serving women and girls. These opportunities come from federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations committed to closing funding gaps and advancing gender equity. This includes grants for Black women, Latina founders, Indigenous women leaders, and women from every background — many funders explicitly prioritize women of color in their giving.
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ONE VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
100 Strong Gallatin Valley Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: One Valley Community Foundation Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary Overview About 100 Strong 100 Strong Gallatin Valley was established to…
$25,000 - $35,000 for large grant; smaller grants of same value for two runner-up organizations
100 WOMEN STRONG OHIO INC · June 12, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation
100 Women Strong OHIO Grant Program Funder: 100 Women Strong OHIO Inc (OH, US) Geographic Scope: Northeast Ohio region Focus Areas: Organizations serving women, children, and families Eligibility…
Up to $10,000 for nonprofits; Up to $1,000 for public schools
THE DALLAS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
19th Amendment Centennial Fund Overview: A collaborative funding initiative created by multiple philanthropic partners to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment (women's right to vote)…
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RED ANTS PANTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
2026 Community Grants Funder: Red Ants Pants Foundation Status: Application closed for 2026 Geographic Scope: Montana (statewide focus) Mission Alignment: Projects that align with the Red Ants Pants…
Mentors: $15,000; Mentees: $10,000
WOMEN AS ONE INC · April 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation
2026 Mentorship Awards Overview: The 2026 Mentorship Awards accelerate the advancement of women in cardiology through structured mentorship and research support. Early-career women physicians are…
500 FESTIVAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
500 Festival Princess Program Scholarship Amount: $1,000 per scholarship recipient Funder: 500 Festival Foundation Inc, in partnership with Marlyne Sexton (Indianapolis philanthropist and president…
GALLATIN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION DBA · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation
56Strong Women's Mentorship Program Overview: A six-month one-on-one mentorship program connecting women entrepreneurs and business leaders from Montana's 56 counties. Designed to support female…
7Sisters Global · Rolling / Open Foundation
7Sisters Global Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: 7Sisters Global Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The 7Sisters Global Scholarship aims to empower young women in Colorado by offering a…
MS FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
A - DI - Grantmaking Initiative Program Type: Multi-year grantmaking strategy Focus: Support the sustainability and leadership of organizations led by women and girls of color in the southern region…
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MADISON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
A Fund for Women Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Madison Community Foundation Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The A Fund for Women Grant, offered by the Madison Community Foundation, aims to empower…
US $3,000
A.I.R. Gallery ( Artists in Residence, Inc.) · Rolling / Open Foundation
A.I.R. Fellowship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: A.I.R. Gallery ( Artists in Residence, Inc.) Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The A.I.R. Fellowship Program,…
Up to US $5,000
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF AIRPORT · Rolling / Open Foundation
AAAE Women in Aviation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of Airport Executives Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The AAAE Women in Aviation…
Community Foundation for SW Washington · Rolling / Open Foundation
AAUW - Vancouver Branch Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation for…
US $25,000
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
AAUW American Dissertation Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women (AAUW) Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The AAUW American…
Up to US $10,000
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
AAUW Branch and State Affiliate Community Action Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women (AAUW) Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The…
Up to US $3,000
THE LONGMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
AAUW Community Action Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Longmont Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The AAUW Community Action Grant, administered by the…
Up to US $75,000
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
AAUW Community Action Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women (AAUW) Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The AAUW Community Action Grants…
HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
AAUW Honolulu Branch Education Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The AAUW Honolulu Branch Education Funds support female graduate…
US $18,000 - US $30,000
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
AAUW International Fellowship- Master’s Degree Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women (AAUW) Amount: US $18,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: March 27, 2026 Summary The…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants are available for women?
- Grants for women span business startup funding, education scholarships, research grants, nonprofit program funding, and community development. Federal sources include SBA programs and HHS grants, while foundations like the Ms. Foundation and Eileen Fisher offer targeted funding for women-led initiatives.
- Are there grants specifically for Black women?
- Yes. Multiple funders run programs specifically for Black women, including the Black Girl Ventures Foundation, the Fearless Fund, the Tory Burch Foundation's Fellows Program (which prioritizes women of color), and the SoGal Black Founder Startup Grant. Many community foundations and corporate giving programs also reserve funding for Black women entrepreneurs and leaders.
- Do I need to be a nonprofit to apply for grants for women?
- Not necessarily. While many grants target 501(c)(3) nonprofits, there are also grants for women-owned small businesses (through SBA and state programs), individual women pursuing education or research, and social enterprises. Each grant specifies eligible applicant types.
- How do I find grants specifically for women entrepreneurs?
- Search for grants tagged with both women and small business categories. Federal sources include the SBA, while private sources like Amber Grant, IFundWomen, and the Tory Burch Foundation specifically fund women-owned businesses. Many state economic development agencies also run women-focused business grant programs.
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