Grants for Women

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,602 active grants for women in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 24 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 849 list an award amount, with a median of $8,000.

Grants tracked: 1,602; from 969 funders
Median award: $8,000; middle half $2,500–$27K
Total listed funding: $93.3M; across 849 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 20; 122 with a published date

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Rebecca Hart Swartzlander Trust Grant Swartzlander R Community HS T W · Foundation Not published · $3K – $7K The Rebecca Hart Swartzlander Trust Grant supports public, charitable, educational, and welfare organizations in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.	Not published	$3K – $7K
WAM Research Grant A Woman's Nation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Impact 100 Richmond Grant The Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact 100 Richmond aims to transform lives in the Richmond area by empowering women through philanthropy.	Not published	$100K
SCCF: Women’s Fund Steuben County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Steuben County Community Foundation (SCCF) The Steuben County Community Foundation (SCCF) acts as a leader of the philanthropic community; identifying and exploring important needs and concerns, addressing serious problems, and shaping…	Not published	Varies
Circle of Sisterhood Foundation Grants Circle of Sisterhood Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Circle of Sisterhood Foundation awards grants each year (in the spring) to organizations working worldwide to remove barriers to education for girls and women.	Not published	$10K
Giving Circle of Women's Connection Philadelphia Grants The Philadelphia Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K Grant program supported by the Giving Circle of Women's Connection Philadelphia.	Not published	$20K
Mary Houliston MacDonald Scholarship for Women (Community Foundation of Broward) Community Foundation of Broward Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies 'This scholarship was established by Mary Houliston MacDonald.	Not published	Varies
The Fund for Women & Girls The Foundation for Enhancing Communities · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
JoAhn Brown Nash Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The JoAhn Brown Nash Memorial Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, honors the legacy of JoAhn Brown-Nash, who dedicated her life to education and empowering youth.	Not published	Varies
TGJ Shine On Grant The Community's Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides funding to female-athletes from the Greater Philadelphia Area who need help affording sports registration, sports equipment, or mental-health needs.	Not published	Varies
Cinderella’s Closet of NEPA Scholarship Grant Scranton Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change.	Not published	Varies
Athena Giving Circle Grants The Community Foundation Trust of Sarasota County · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
SHE Change Grant New Hampshire Women's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The SHE Change award is the New Hampshire Women's Foundation's highest honor, recognizing innovation, collaboration and strengthening opportunity for New Hampshire women and girls. Award amount: $10,000	Not published	$10K
Women's Legacy Fund Grant The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Women's Legacy Fund Grant, administered by the San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation, supports 501(c)(3) organizations serving San Luis Obispo County.	Not published	Up to $40K
Nonprofit Grants The Womens Fund of Herkimer & Oneida County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $27K	Not published	Up to $27K
Aurora Foundation College Success Program Grants Aurora Women and Girls Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $18K – $30K The Aurora Foundation for Women & Girls makes grants to Greater Hartford nonprofits/institutions running women's college-success/retention programs; 2025 grantees (Charter Oak State College, Hartford Public Library, University of Hartford…	Not published	$18K – $30K
CFSLC: Women’s Giving Alliance of South Lake Grant Community Foundation of South Lake County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women’s Giving Alliance of South Lake, part of the Community Foundation of South Lake County, aims to inspire women to become strategic philanthropists.	Not published	Varies
Impact Investing Loans Elevance Health Cares Inc · Foundation Rolling · $100K – $500K Particularly interested in entities that:	Rolling	$100K – $500K
Reproductive Health and Family Planning Grants: Women’s Health Block Grant – General Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Foundation Not published · $1.3M The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announces funding opportunities for the Reproductive Health and Family Planning Grants, specifically the Women’s Health Block Grant.	Not published	$1.3M
Lois Mitsuyo Tyler Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lois Mitsuyo Tyler Scholarship Fund, administered by the Hawai'i Community Foundation, supports students from Hawaii pursuing degrees in health fields.	Not published	Varies
Merata Mita Fellowship Grant Sundance Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies The Merata Mita Fellowship, offered by the Sundance Institute, honors the legacy of Merata Mita, a pioneering Māori filmmaker.	Not published	Varies
Patty Foell Scholarship Atlanta Track Club Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The Patty Foell Scholarship is a college scholarship awarded annually to a female metro Atlanta high school senior in memory of Patty Foell.	Not published	$3K
Impact100 Owensboro: Residual Grant Impact 100 - Owensboro Inc · Foundation Not published · $34K The Impact100 Owensboro Residual Grant empowers women philanthropists by providing significant funding for transformative projects in the Greater Owensboro area.	Not published	$34K
Women’s Economic Security Act (WESA) Competitive Grant Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The Women’s Economic Security Act (WESA) Competitive Grant, offered by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, aims to empower women by facilitating their entry into high-wage, high-demand, nontraditional…	Not published	Up to $125K

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About 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for women award?

Of the 1,602 grants for women Grantable lists as of October 19, 2026, 849 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $8,000, and the middle half fall between $2,500 and $27K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for women?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are American Association of University Women Inc (19), Society of Women Engineers (19), Association for Women Geoscientists (15), Greater Kansas City Community Foundation (11), and Adrienne Shelly Foundation Inc (9). In all, 969 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for women due?

Of 1,602 grants listed, 20 accept applications on a rolling basis, 122 have a published upcoming deadline, 392 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,068 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 51% fall in October–December.

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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