Career Development Grant for Postdoctoral Women Travel Award Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society for Microbiology (ASM) Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: November 09, 2025 Summary The Career…
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.
Career Development Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women (AAUW) Amount: US $2,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: December 20, 2025 Summary The Career Development Grants,…
Caren S. Franzini Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CDFA Foundation Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Caren S. Franzini Fellowship, established in 2017 by the CDFA Board, honors the…
Carley Ingram Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ashland County Community Foundation Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary The Carley Ingram Memorial Scholarship, offered by the…
Carol Cope Alpha Xi Delta Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kearney Area Community Foundation Amount: US $900 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Carol Cope Alpha Xi Delta Scholarship,…
Carol Cutler Scholarship Award Funder: Les Dames d'Escoffier Washington, D.C. Regional Chapter Geographic Scope: Washington D.C. and surrounding area Mission: Provide scholarships for deserving…
Carol T. Berner Women in STEM Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: December 31, 2025 Summary Easily learn more about…
Carole Jurenko Jones Scholarship Funder: NPC Foundation (established by Alpha Omicron Pi) Award Amount: $1,000 Status: Active - offered annually (added in 2018) Overview Established by Alpha Omicron…
Caroline Scholars, Mount Mary University Award Type: Four-year undergraduate scholarship for female students Award Amount: Full tuition and residence hall living stipend including meal plan Number of…
Carolyn Adams Ticket for the Cure - Community Outreach Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Public Health Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: August 10, 2025 Summary The Carolyn…
Carolyn Adams Ticket for the Cure - Patient Navigation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Public Health Amount: Up to US $2,500,000 Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Carolyn…
Carrie Ehlers Memorial Scholarship Fund Funder: Express Carriers Association (ECA) Background: Established in 2009 to honor the memory of Carrie Ehlers, ECA Past President who passed away in 2008.…
Cary Women’s Giving Network Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Cary Women’s Giving Network…
Caryn Nesbitt, M.D. Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Caryn Nesbitt, M.D. Memorial Scholarship,…
Catalyst Award Funder: Rachel's Network Inc, Washington, DC Mission: Honors women leaders of color for their commitment to a healthy planet and provides financial support, wraparound leadership…
Category A Grant Funder: The Board of Visitors Geographic Scope: Greater Phoenix community, Arizona Focus Areas: Healthcare services for women, children, and the elderly Award Amount: Up to $200,000…
Category B Grant Funder: The Board of Visitors Geographic Scope: Greater Phoenix community, Arizona Focus Areas: Healthcare services for women, children, and the elderly Award Amount: $5,000 –…
Category C Grant Funder: The Board of Visitors Geographic Scope: Greater Phoenix community, Arizona Focus Areas: Healthcare services for women, children, and the elderly Award Amount: Net proceeds of…
Category D Grant Funder: The Board of Visitors Geographic Scope: Greater Phoenix community, Arizona Focus Areas: Healthcare services for women, children, and the elderly Award Amount: Up to $5,000…
Catherine Prelinger Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coordinating Council for Women in History Amount: US $20,000 Last Updated: April 22, 2025 Summary The Catherine Prelinger Award, offered by 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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