Grants for Women

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,602 active grants for women in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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JWFNJ: Fall Grant - Impact Grants Cycle Jewish Women's Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Jewish Women's Foundation of New Jersey invites organizations to apply for the Fall Grant - Impact Grants Cycle, aimed at supporting projects that empower women and girls in New Jersey.	Not published	Up to $5K
FORGE and ember Grants The Womens Foundation for the State of Arizona · Foundation Not published · Varies FORGE and ember are grant programs mentioned in the navigation menu and announced in May 2025. The foundation announced its 2025-2026 FORGE and ember grantee partners, indicating these are active funding programs.	Not published	Varies
Outstanding Educator Award Grant Association for Women Geoscientists · Foundation Not published · Varies The Outstanding Educator Award, established in 1988 by the Association of Women Geoscientists, honors exceptional women educators in geoscience.	Not published	Varies
Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children Department of Health and Social Services · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Women's Funding Network Grants New Mexico Fund for Women and Girls · Foundation Not published · $30K	Not published	$30K
Women for Women Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The Women for Women Grant aims to enhance the lives of women and girls in Western North Carolina through collective giving.	Not published	Up to $35K
World Kinect Corporation Diversity Scholarship Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K World Kinect Corporation partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) to support and recognize historically underrepresented students.	Not published	Up to $5K
Lisa A. Cudahy Community Health Grant Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Through the Lisa A. Cudahy Community Health Grants, WWHF strives to promote and assist nonprofit community organizations committed to education and outreach in women's health.	Not published	Varies
AWWA Scholarship Program - Woodard & Curran Scholarship Grant American Water Works Association · Foundation Not published · $5K The AWWA Scholarship Program, specifically the Woodard & Curran Scholarship, offers a $5,000 merit-based award annually to undergraduate or graduate students focused on water-related fields.	Not published	$5K
Donna Baxter Memorial STEM Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Donna Baxter Memorial STEM Scholarship Fund, established by Dan Baxter in honor of his wife, supports women pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM).	Not published	Varies
Financial Women International Scholarship Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Financial Women International Scholarship, established in 1992 by the Hawaii chapter of Financial Women International, supports women pursuing higher education in business-related fields.	Not published	Varies
Women's Legacy Fund Southwest Florida Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $10K A philanthropic collective established in 2008 built on generosity, gratitude, and the unity of women's leadership. Members pool financial and intellectual resources to make thoughtful grant choices that uplift the community.	Not published	$250 – $10K
Academic Support Program The College and Community Fellowship Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K A tuition assistance program that provides scholarships to support women with criminal justice involvement in pursuing higher education and career certifications.	Not published	$2K
Dorothy and Edwin Liu Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dorothy and Edwin Liu Scholarship Fund, established by Frances Liu, aims to support higher education for students in Hawaii, particularly female graduates of Hilo High School.	Not published	Varies
Cokie Roberts Research Fund for Women's History National Archives Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fund encourages the next generation of journalists and authors to perpetuate Cokie Roberts' legacy by bringing moments in history and women's untold stories to new audiences.	Not published	Varies
Reilly Roworth Scholarship American Association of University Professors University of Rhode Isla · Foundation Not published · $500	Not published	$500
The Study Group Scholarship for Women in Law Grant The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K For 100 years, The Denver Foundation has been building a stronger, thriving Metro Denver, Colorado, and beyond. We’ve received $2.1 billion from generous donors and given $1.6 billion in grants to support community initiatives.	Not published	$10K
Travel & Training Fund Womens Sports Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 1984, we have awarded grants to more than 1500 individual athletes and teams – including figure skaters Michelle Kwan and Tarah Kayne, diver Mary Ellen Clark, track sprinter Scout Bassett, bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor, the U.S.…	Not published	Varies
BFB Foundation Women's Scholarships - University Program BFB Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $600 Eliminate educational expense barriers for indigenous Guatemalan girls from disadvantaged communities to access university education, vocational training, or professional certification	Not published	$600
Vocational Training Fund for Girls Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Vocational Training Fund for Girls, established by the Pittsburgh Foundation, aims to empower underprivileged female students in Allegheny County by providing scholarships for vocational training at accredited institutions.	Not published	Up to $4K
Sarah's Scholarship Program Accola · Foundation Not published · $10K A scholarship fund for residents of Sarah's... an Oasis for Women, established in fall 2022. The fund was initiated with notable donations of $6,700 from The Guild of Catholic Women and $8,300 from The Minneapolis Women's Rotary.	Not published	$10K
Women Building Community Grants Community Foundation of Brazoria County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women Building Community Grants, offered by the Community Foundation of Brazoria County, Texas, aim to address critical issues affecting women and children in Brazoria County.	Not published	Varies
Eilleen Hutchison Scholarship Grant Innovia Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Each year, Innovia awards over $400,000 in scholarships to deserving students like you who are college-bound or pursuing vocational or technical training. Single scholarship awards range between $500 and $4,000.	Not published	Varies
Texas Woman's University - Center for Women Entrepreneurs Education Awards Fort Worth MedTech Center Inc dba TechFW · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K Awards are designated for female entrepreneurs to participate in TechFW's ThinkLab startup accelerator or SmartStart business incubator programs.	Not published	$1K – $2K

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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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