CBE Conference Scholarships for Women Organization: Christians for Biblical Equality (CBE International) Purpose: Provides scholarships to attend CBE's annual conferences for women and men committed…
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.
CCF: Women and Girls - Women's Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary The Connecticut Community…
CCF: Women’s Giving Circle Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary Overview CCF: Women’s Giving Circle…
CDBCF Community Grants Program Mission Focus: Through sponsored facilities and a grants program, the Connie Dwyer Breast Cancer Foundation serves underprivileged and vulnerable women by ensuring the…
Cecelia Connelly Memorial Graduate Scholarships in Underwater Archaeology Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: September 13, 2025 Summary The Cecelia…
Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) Fellowship: Remembering Our Sisters Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Aspen Institute Inc Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Center for Native American…
Central Kentucky Community Foundation: Heels Together Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Kentucky Community Foundation Last Updated: July 05, 2025 Summary The Heels Together Grant, established by…
Central Minnesota Women's Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CommunityGiving Amount: US $3,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: April 20, 2025 Summary The Central Minnesota Women's Fund, established in…
CF Lowcountry: Women in Philanthropy Giving Circle Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Amount: US $15,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The CF…
CFAAC: Women and Girls Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County Amount: US $3,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2025 Summary The Women and Girls Fund,…
CFCSRA: Women in Philanthropy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Last Updated: September 11, 2025 Summary The CFCSRA: Women in Philanthropy Grant…
CFGR: Women's Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Rochester Amount: Approximately US $1,000 Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Women's Fund Grants by the…
CFLC: Women's Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Lorain County Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Women's Fund Grant, established in 1991 by the Community Foundation…
CFMC Competitive Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middlesex County Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The CFMC Competitive Grant Cycle…
CFMJC: Women's Giving Circle Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Women's Giving Circle Grant Program supports…
CFMT The Women’s Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Women’s Fund, part of the Community…
CFMV Athena Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Mahoning Valley Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview About Us Leadership. Collaboration. Impact. The Community…
Overview Women Who Care Grants Women Who Care strives to educate, encourage, and expand the number of women committed to philanthropy in order to strengthen our community by providing funds and…
CFNEM: Women's Giving Circle Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan Last Updated: May 22, 2025 Summary The Women's Giving Circle Grant, established in 2006, supports…
CFNS: Women's Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the North State Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of the North…
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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