Grants for Women

Last updated June 12, 2026

There are currently 1,626 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?

ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAUW of East Mesa (AZ) Branch Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Community Foundation Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview Arizona Community Foundation For more than four…

American Association of University Women Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAUW State College Centre County Community Action Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women Inc Amount: US $900 - US $11,400 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The…

American Association of University Women Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAUW State College STEM Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women Inc Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: May 28, 2025 Summary The AAUW State College STEM Mini-Grant…

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAUW: Community Action Grants - Project Support Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women (AAUW) Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The AAUW…

ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Abbott Nutrition Award in Women’s Health Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Academy Of Nutrition And Dietetics Foundation Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary The Abbott Nutrition Award…

Bennett College · Rolling / Open Foundation

ABOUT LOVE Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bennett College Last Updated: August 08, 2025 Summary The ABOUT LOVE Scholarship at Bennett College supports students pursuing degrees in creative…

US $15,000 - US $20,000
ANNA B STEARNS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ABSC Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Anna B Stearns Charitable Foundation Inc Amount: US $15,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The Anna B. Stearns Charitable Foundation…

Up to $1,500 per semester for college or up to $1,500 per year for certification programs
THE COLLEGE AND COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academic Support Program Organization: College & Community Fellowship (NY, US) Program Type: Tuition assistance and scholarships Overview A tuition assistance program that provides scholarships to…

First place: $125,000; Second place: $50,000; Third place: $25,000
WOMEN IN MOTORSPORTS NORTH AMERICA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Accelerate Her Contingency Fund Program Funder: Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA) Geographic Scope: North America Program Focus: A contingency fund program recognizing and rewarding female…

ASSOCIATION FOR COMPUTING · Rolling / Open Foundation

ACM SIGHPC Computational & Data Science Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Association For Computing Machinery Inc Amount: US $20,000 - US $80,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The ACM…

US $2,000 - US $5,000
WOMENS FOUNDATION OF NEW JERSEY A NJ NONPROFIT CORPORATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Action Against Hunger Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Womens Foundation of New Jersey Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary Action Against Hunger Grants provide essential…

Lever for Change · Rolling / Open Foundation

Action for Women's Health Status: Open call Award Amount: $250 million global open call Geographic Scope: Global Focus Areas: Support organizations working to improve women's mental and physical…

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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