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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Million Girls Moonshot Flight Crew STEM Next Opportunity Fund · Foundation ~December · Varies The Million Girls Moonshot is a STEM Next initiative looking for afterschool STEM champions to join the Flight Crew — a group of youth advocates promoting the value of out-of-school STEM learning and equity in STEM.	~December	Varies
Impact100 Martin Grant Impact100 Martin Inc · Foundation ~December · $100K Impact100 Martin empowers women to foster meaningful change in their communities through collective giving. With annual grants of $100,000, the organization supports transformative projects that address significant needs in Martin County.	~December	$100K
SWFL Women's Executive Leadership Program Southwest Florida Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies A professional development program for women executives and leaders in Southwest Florida.	~December	Varies
Rossiter Family Scholarship on Behalf of William J. Rizzo, Jr. Boston Society of Civil Engineers · Foundation ~December · $1K – $12K	~December	$1K – $12K
International Peace Scholarship Fund PEO Sisterhood OR State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $13K Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. Scholarship based upon demonstrated need; however, award not intended to cover all academic or personal expenses.	~December	Up to $13K
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund PEO Sisterhood NM State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $13K Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. Scholarship based upon demonstrated need; however, award is not intended to cover all academic or personal expenses.	~December	Up to $13K
International Peace Scholarship Fund (IPS) PEO Sisterhood NE State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $13K Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada.	~December	Up to $13K
International Peace Scholarship Fund (IPS) PEO Sisterhood GA State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $13K Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. Based on demonstrated need; award not intended to cover all academic or personal expenses.	~December	Up to $13K
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund PEO Sisterhood OH State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $13K Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. Examples of Additional Required Resources:	~December	Up to $13K
Impact 100 Cincinnati Grant Program Impact 100 Inc · Foundation ~December · $100K – $420K Impact 100 is a women-led philanthropic organization founded in Cincinnati in 2001 that uses a collective giving model to fund transformational grants to local nonprofit organizations.	~December	$100K – $420K
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund PEO Sisterhood AZ State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $13K A scholarship program providing financial support for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. Scholarships are need-based but not intended to cover all academic or personal expenses.	~December	Up to $13K
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund PEO Sisterhood AL State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $13K A woman is eligible for consideration for an International Peace Scholarship if she:	~December	Up to $13K
International Peace Scholarship Fund PEO Sisterhood KS State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $13K	~December	Up to $13K
ConnectHER Fellowship Connecther · Foundation ~December · Varies The ConnectHER Fellowship invites past ConnectHER filmmakers to become mentors and changemakers in their own communities.	~December	Varies
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund PEO Sisterhood OK State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $13K Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada.	~December	Up to $13K
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund PEO Sisterhood NY State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $13K The International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada.	~December	Up to $13K
Nancy Armbrust Impact Award Greater Green Bay Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~December · $5K An annual award created by Schreiber Foods in 2018 to honor Nancy Armbrust, a retired Schreiber Foods executive, for her community advocacy and leadership.	~December	$5K
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund PEO Sisterhood CA State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $13K Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the United States or Canada.	~December	Up to $13K
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund PEO Sisterhood IN State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $13K Scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada.	~December	Up to $13K
Versafund Grant Program: Venture Grant Versacare Inc · Foundation ~December · $10K – $40K The Versafund Grant Program: Venture Grant provides financial support ranging from $10,001 to $40,000 for projects aimed at community engagement, education, and humanitarian efforts.	~December	$10K – $40K
Catalyst Award Rachel's Network Inc · Foundation ~December · $1M The Catalyst Award recognizes and supports women environmental leaders of color who are advancing environmental justice, climate action, food sovereignty, energy equity, marine science, and other environmental solutions.	~December	$1M
P.E.O. STAR Scholarship PEO Sisterhood AL State Chapter · Foundation ~December · $3K A woman is eligible for consideration for a STAR Scholarship if she:	~December	$3K
56Strong Women's Mentorship Program Gallatin Development Corporation DBA Prospera · Foundation ~December · Varies A six-month one-on-one mentorship program connecting women entrepreneurs and business leaders from Montana's 56 counties. Designed to support female entrepreneurs in growing their businesses while bridging the urban-rural divide.	~December	Varies
Women & Girls of Color Fund The Women's Foundation of Colorado Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies A community-developed, community-led field-of-interest fund that partners with women-of-color-led organizations working to advance the economic security of Colorado women and girls of color.	~December	Varies

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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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