Grants for Women

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 1,625 active grants for women in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

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What grants for women are open right now?

WOMEN IN MINING NATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Distinguished Service Award (DSA) Funder: Women In Mining USA Overview: The Distinguished Service Award is awarded to WIM USA members who have demonstrated leadership in alignment with the mission…

American Philosophical Association Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Diversity and Inclusiveness Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Philosophical Association Inc Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2025 Summary The Diversity and Inclusiveness…

US LACROSSE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Diversity Grant Program - Girls Initiative Grant Funder: USA Lacrosse Inc Program Type: Girls Initiative Grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Provides funding for a lacrosse team or…

US LACROSSE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Diversity Grant Program - Girls Initiative Grant Funder: US Lacrosse Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States Focus Area: Funding for lacrosse teams or organizations that promote play…

EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF THE CCIM · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Diversity Scholarship Program Overview: The CCIM Institute Foundation Diversity Scholarship is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusivity within the commercial real estate industry by providing…

Duquesne Light Company · Rolling / Open Foundation

DLC Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Duquesne Light Company Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: June 10, 2025 Summary Duquesne Light Company's Community Impact Grants (CIG) program,…

THE LPGA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dolores Hope Financial Assistance Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Lpga Foundation Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary Overview The LPGA Foundation The LPGA Foundation supports women…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NEW JERSEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dominique Lisa Pandolfo Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of New Jersey Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of New Jersey Over our 46-year…

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JUNIOR LEAGUE OF SAN ANTONIO INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Done-In-A-Day Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Junior League of San Antonio Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Done-In-A-Day Grants by the Junior…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MENDOCINO COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Donna Baxter Memorial STEM Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Mendocino County Inc. Last Updated: October 21, 2025 Summary The Donna Baxter Memorial STEM…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Doris F. Schneider Scholarship for Women Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $8,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Doris…

CUMBERLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dorothy A. Howard Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc. Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Dorothy A. The next deadline…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dorothy and Edwin Liu Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Dorothy and Edwin Liu Scholarship Fund, established by…

HARTFORD FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC GIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dorothy E. Hofmann Pembroke Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Dorothy E.…

Washington State Elks Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dorothy M. Yothers Second Chances Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Elks Association Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: September 01, 2025 Summary The Dorothy M. Yothers…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dorothy Prewitt Pohlman / AAUW Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The Dorothy Prewitt Pohlman / AAUW…

DOUGLAS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Douglas Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Douglas Foundation Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Douglas Foundation Grant aims to enhance equitable access to education, healthcare, and…

QUAD CITIES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Anita L. Pinc Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quad Cities Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary The Dr. Anita L. Pinc Memorial…

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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