Grants for Women

Last updated October 20, 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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Fund for Women of the Southern Tier Grants Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Fund for Women of the Southern Tier grants support programs aimed at empowering girls and women through education and health initiatives.	Not published	Up to $3K
Women's Giving Circle Grants Community Foundation of West Texas · Foundation Not published · $10K The Women's Giving Circle is a giving collective within the Community Foundation of West Texas where members pool funds to support nonprofits chosen collectively at the end of each year.	Not published	$10K
Zonta Club of Greater Sandusky Nontraditional Students Scholarship Fund Grant Erie County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Zonta Club of Greater Sandusky offers a scholarship fund aimed at supporting female residents of Erie, Huron, Ottawa, or Sandusky Counties, Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Carol Cope Alpha Xi Delta Scholarship Grant Kearney Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $900 The Carol Cope Alpha Xi Delta Scholarship, managed by the Kearney Area Community Foundation, supports local undergraduate women attending the University of Nebraska at Kearney.	Not published	$900
Ruth Binnie Fellowship Grant Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) · Foundation Not published · $6K The Ruth Binnie Fellowship honors a pioneer of home economics education in Nova Scotia. It supports women enrolled in Master's studies focusing on Human Ecology or related fields, whether in Canada or abroad.	Not published	$6K
CFNEM: Women's Giving Circle Grant Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women's Giving Circle Grant, established in 2006, supports projects vital to women in northeast Michigan.	Not published	Varies
Junior League of Detroit Grant Junior League of Detroit · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Junior League of Detroit Grant aims to support organizations in Wayne County focused on improving children's health and welfare. With over $400,000 awarded annually, grants up to $25,000 are provided for various community projects.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Jewish Women's Foundation Grants Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago · Foundation Not published · $413K The Jewish Women's Foundation (JWF), an independent project of JUF, allocates grants supporting women and girls through strategic grantmaking. In 2021, JWF allocated $413,000 in grants supporting 27 organizations.	Not published	$413K
MADE in New Jersey Manufacturing Day - Year of Women in Manufacturing Scholarship New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $5K Scholarship established by NJMEP CEO John Kennedy to support women in manufacturing pursuing higher education to advance their manufacturing careers and leadership potential.	Not published	$5K
Laura Penny Community Impact Award The Womens Foundation for the State of Arizona · Foundation Not published · $1K Named after former WFSA CEO Laura Penny, this award recognizes women making positive changes in the lives of women and girls. The award honors women leaders in community organizing and advocacy.	Not published	$1K
Advancing Women in Transportation Scholarship Grant Arkansas Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation’s scholarships are for Arkansas students pursuing education at two- or four-year colleges or universities, vocational schools or technical training programs. Each scholarship has its own eligibility criteria.	Not published	Varies
Mary and Rodolfo Jasso Scholarship Fund Grant San Antonio Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mary and Rodolfo Jasso Scholarship Fund, managed by the San Antonio Area Foundation, supports female students in the Alamo College District pursuing various degrees.	Not published	Varies
Women of Vision Fund Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia · Foundation Not published · Varies Women of Vision, Philadelphia's Jewish Women's Foundation, impacts the lives of self-identifying Jewish women and girls across generations and geographic boundaries through strategic grantmaking, advocacy and educational programs leading…	Not published	Varies
Community Power-Building for Birth and Parenting Justice Grant Program Sistersong Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K A multi-year community-based grant program to strengthen the birth and parenting justice movements. The program supports:	Not published	$25K – $50K
Ebby Halliday Foundation Grants Ebby Halliday Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ebby Halliday Foundation Grants support charitable organizations that assist women and children, and those facing food and shelter insecurity.	Not published	Varies
Targum Shlishi Grant Targum Shlishi Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Targum Shlishi Grant supports innovative projects that promote positive change within the Jewish community.	Not published	Varies
Violet Jabara Charitable Trust Grant The Violet Jabara Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Violet Jabara Charitable Trust was founded in May, 2007, to continue the philanthropic work of its founder Dr. Linda K. Jacobs, and it is named after her mother, Violet Jabara Jacobs.	Not published	Varies
Town and County Club Fund Grant Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Town and County Club Fund, established by members of the Town and County Club in Hartford, aims to support adult women pursuing higher education.	Not published	Up to $5K
Dorothy A. Howard Memorial Scholarship Grant Cumberland Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Dorothy A. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 10 Feb 2027.	Not published	Varies
Core Grants Iowa Women's Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K Core Grants support organizations across Iowa working to break down barriers that keep women and girls from achieving economic self-sufficiency. Awards are distributed annually to multiple grantees.	Not published	$100K
Impact 100 Hunterdon Grant Impact 100 Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact 100 Hunterdon Grant empowers women to award transformative grants of $100,000 in Hunterdon County. Established in Spring 2023, this initiative focuses on diverse local women's engagement to foster positive social change.	Not published	$100K
AAUW: Community Action Grants - General Operating Support American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The AAUW Community Action Grants provide essential funding for nonprofit organizations dedicated to promoting education and equity for women and girls in K-12.	Not published	$10K
WCA Foundation- Project Investment Grant The Minneapolis Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The WCA Foundation Grant empowers local women in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area by funding initiatives that address the urgent needs of women, including health, economic stability, shelter, and safety.	Not published	$10K – $30K
AAUW - Vancouver Branch Scholarship Grant Community Foundation for SW Washington · Foundation Not published · $3K Community Foundation for Southwest Washington The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington is a public charitable organization dedicated to strengthening communities across Southwest Washington by connecting people, resources, and…	Not published	$3K

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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 20, 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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