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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The Jensen Project: GrantTank Grant Program The Jensen Project Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Our GrantTank program is a funding opportunity and a think tank for anti-trafficking nonprofit non-governmental organizations.	Not published	Varies
Gender Economic Equity Program (GEEP) Womens Way · Foundation Not published · $235K – $705K Investing in the care economy as a pathway to gender and economic equity.	Not published	$235K – $705K
Durham Home Inc. Scholarship Grant Montgomery County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Durham Home Inc. Scholarship Fund, honoring Shirley O'Neall, supports women in Montgomery County, Indiana, pursuing education. Founded in 1944, Durham Home provides a nurturing environment for independent women.	Not published	Varies
Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation Grant Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the lives of low-income and disadvantaged communities in Greater Milwaukee.	Not published	Varies
Mary J. Mullarkey Scholarship Grant The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Mary J. Mullarkey Scholarship, funded by The Denver Foundation, supports students of color, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals pursuing law degrees at accredited U.S. law schools.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Program for Continuing Education (PCE) PEO Sisterhood NY State Chapter · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education (PCE) provides need-based grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school to support themselves and/or their…	Not published	Up to $4K
Equal Opportunity in the Construction Trades Grant Program American Jobs Now · Foundation Not published · $10K – $90K A grant program aimed at providing opportunities for women and minority workers and small business owners in the public construction industry.	Not published	$10K – $90K
Miss Fiesta® San Antonio Scholarship Fiesta San Antonio CommissionInc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Miss Fiesta® San Antonio program provides a scholarship opportunity for a talented, hardworking young woman selected to serve as an ambassador and Official Fiesta® Royalty.	Not published	$10K
Sabrina Wright-Gilliar Scholarship New York Women in Film & Television Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K Honor the memory of legendary prop master Sabrina Wright-Gilliar and support female high school seniors pursuing careers in below-the-line film crafts.	Not published	$3K
Girls on the Run Sparking Limitless Potential Scholarship Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Girls on the Run Sparking Limitless Potential Scholarship, funded by The Columbus Foundation, empowers high school graduates from the Girls on the Run program to pursue higher education.	Not published	$2K
SWE Quad Cities Section Scholarship Grant Society of Women Engineers · Foundation Not published · $1K The SWE Quad Cities Section Scholarship offers a $1,000 scholarship for female students entering their junior or senior year at an ABET accredited engineering school.	Not published	$1K
Gretchen Miller Bowker Scholarship Grant Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gretchen Miller Bowker Scholarship, offered by the Central Indiana Community Foundation, provides financial assistance to women pursuing education in STEM fields.	Not published	Varies
Motorola Solutions Foundation Grant Motorola Solutions Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Motorola Solutions Foundation Grant supports organizations that enhance safety and community well-being, focusing on underrepresented populations.	Not published	Up to $50K
Dickinson County Republican Women Scholarship The Community Foundation of Dickinson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _The 2026 Scholarship Award Cycle application period opens on 12/15/2025._ The Community Foundation of Dickinson County, Inc. was established in 1999 by a group of civic-minded individuals who cherished their community and wanted to ensure…	Not published	Varies
CFMJC: Women's Giving Circle Grant Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women's Giving Circle Grant Program supports organizations that empower women and children in Jefferson County, Indiana. This competitive grant initiative focuses on education, economic empowerment, health, and violence prevention.	Not published	Varies
Undergraduate Excellence in Paleontology Award Grant Association for Women Geoscientists · Foundation Not published · $1K The Association for Women Geoscientists is proud to offer the Undergraduate Excellence in Paleontology Award, a $1000 cash prize for an exceptional female undergraduate pursuing paleontology.	Not published	$1K
Mid-Year Established Conservationist Grant Program Conservation Nation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K	Not published	Up to $10K
Women’s Fund of Door County Community Grants Door County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Women’s Fund of Door County Community Grants support initiatives that empower women and girls through education, self-esteem building, and addressing critical issues with research-based solutions.	Not published	$5K
Service Objectives Grants Soroptimist Kansas City Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual grants program supporting 501(c)(3) agencies and community organizations serving women and girls in the Kansas City area. Eligible Recipient Types (Historical Recipients Include):	Not published	Varies
Google STAR Fiber-Optics Project Listed by Dallas County Local Workforce Development Board · Foundation Not published · Varies A phased, multi-level training program designed to upskill underrepresented job seekers in the fiber-optics trade, with funding from Google.	Not published	Varies
Gender Justice Organizing Fund Grant Bread and Roses Community Fund · Foundation Not published · $10K The Gender Justice Organizing Fund Grant supports initiatives led by women, girls, trans, gender nonconforming, and LGBTQI+ individuals to achieve gender justice.	Not published	$10K
Women's Fund of Southwest Iowa Community Foundation for Western Iowa · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women's Fund of Southwest Iowa is the catalyst for lasting, positive change relative to the challenges facing the women of southwest Iowa.	Not published	Varies
Doris F. Schneider Scholarship for Women Grant The Community Foundation of Louisville Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K Easily learn more about the Doris F. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 02 Mar 2027. Founded in 1984, the Community Foundation of Louisville mobilizes people, networks, and capital to spark meaningful change in and beyond Louisville.	Not published	$8K
Impact 100 Metro Denver Grants Impact 100 Metro Denver · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Impact100 Metro Denver offers a transformative $100,000 grant aimed at empowering Denver-area non-profits to enhance their mission and community impact.	Not published	Up to $100K

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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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