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.

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DLC Community Impact Grants

Up to US $10,000
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,…

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Dolores Hope Financial Assistance Initiative Grant

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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…

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Dominique Lisa Pandolfo Scholarship Grant

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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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Done-In-A-Day Grants

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
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…

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Donna Baxter Memorial STEM Scholarship Fund Grant

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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…

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Doris F. Schneider Scholarship for Women Grant

US $8,000
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…

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Dorothy A. Howard Memorial Scholarship Grant

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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…

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Dorothy and Edwin Liu Scholarship Fund Grant

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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…

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Dorothy E. Hofmann Pembroke Scholarship Fund Grant

US $5,000 - US $10,000
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.…

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Dorothy M. Yothers Second Chances Scholarship Grant

Up to US $1,000
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…

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Dorothy Prewitt Pohlman / AAUW Scholarship Grant

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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…

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Douglas Foundation Grant

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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…

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Dr. Anita L. Pinc Memorial Scholarship Grant

Up to US $4,000
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…

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Dr. Fay Hakemulder Scholarships for Gender Related Issues

€1,000 - €5,000
INTERCULTURAL OPEN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Fay Hakemulder Scholarships for Gender Related Issues Funder: Intercultural Open University Foundation (IOUF) Named After: Dr. Fay Hakemulder, PhD, co-founder of the Intercultural Open University…

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Dr. Julie Fletcher Scholarship Grant

US $4,000
Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Julie Fletcher Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $4,000 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Dr. Julie Fletcher Scholarship, offered by the…

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Duke Endowment Grant for Mobile 3D Mammography Unit

$685,000
CONWAY HOSPITAL INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Duke Endowment Grant for Mobile 3D Mammography Unit Funder: The Duke Endowment Amount: $685,000 Focus Area: Mobile 3D mammography services for breast cancer screening Geographic Scope: Horry County,…

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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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