Women-owned businesses represent one of the fastest-growing segments of the economy, and a growing number of grant programs specifically support women entrepreneurs. From federal SBA programs to foundation grants and corporate initiatives, women business owners can access non-dilutive funding at every stage of growth.
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…
Overview Access to Local Foods Grants Arkansas Community Foundation is seeking proposals for projects that will increase Arkansans’ access to locally grown and produced foods and/or strengthen the…
Ascend Fund Status: Active (expanding Ignite Fund's success) Geographic Scope: Baltimore and surrounding region (Baltimore Metro, Montgomery County mentioned) Purpose: Transform Baltimore's…
Athena Giving Circle Grants Mission: The Athena Progressive Giving Circle is a community of women funding programs/initiatives that meaningfully improve the lives of women and girls in the community.…
Bank of Marin- Annual Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bank of Marin Last Updated: September 08, 2025 Summary The Bank of Marin's Annual Grant Program focuses on enhancing community welfare…
Beyond Open Grants: Make Bold Moves Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for the Carolinas Amount: US $10,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: July 26, 2025 Summary The Beyond Open Grants program aims to…
Building Opportunities for Lasting Development (BOLD) Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The City of Birmingham Amount: US $50,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The Building…
Business Growth & Access to Capital (BGAC) Loan Fund Overview: A partnership between the Veteran Women's Enterprise Center (VWEC) and PeopleFund to support business growth and access to capital for…
Business Women's Giving Circle Overview: A giving circle comprised of accomplished business women in Northern Virginia that supports programs and organizations in the region. Geographic Scope:…
California Relief Grant Program Funder: State of California, administered by California Office of the Small Business Advocate Award Amount: Direct grants ranging between $5,000 and $25,000 Program…
Capital Connector Program Overview: A Tory Burch Foundation Capital Program designed to help small business owners find loan capital, coaching, and support to run a strong and resilient business.…
Comcast RISE Grant Program Overview: Comcast RISE (Representation, Investment, Strength and Empowerment) is a grant program designed to support small businesses hardest hit by COVID-19 and help them…
Development Strategy Group (DSG) Overview: A four-month business strategy and financial planning program providing grants and potential matched funding to help businesses implement their growth…
Downtown Digital Innovation Grant Status: Active (at least as of 2018) Geographic Scope: Lower Manhattan storefront businesses Purpose: Supports local storefront businesses seeking to develop their…
E.M.P.O.W.E.R.E.D. Entrepreneurship Organization: College & Community Fellowship (NY, US) Full Name: Elevating Mindsets to Pursue Opportunities around Wealth-building, Economic development, and…
Emerging Entrepreneur Loan Program (EELP) Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), administered by Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc. (RAEDI) Overview: The…
EmpowHer Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boundless Futures Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary EmpowHer Grants, offered by the Boundless Futures Foundation,…
Energy Efficiency and Clean Technology Training (PON 3981) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Amount: Up to US $1,000,000 Last Updated: September…
Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EIFF) - Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Grant Pathway Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) Amount: Up to…
Entrepreneur Expansion Initiative (EEI) Overview: A 12-month intensive program designed to help revenue-ready women veteran business owners scale their businesses for success. Program Components -…