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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GJ Hecht Scholarship for Women to Make a Difference of the DJCF Grant Dallas Jewish Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The GJ Hecht Scholarship for Women to Make a Difference, established by the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, offers a $1,075 award to female undergraduate students majoring in business or entrepreneurship.	Not published	$1K
Cheryl L. Wase Memorial Scholarship for the Study of Archaeology Grant Society for American Archaeology · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cheryl L. Wase Memorial Scholarship, provided by the Society for American Archaeology, supports New Mexico women pursuing degrees in archaeology.	Not published	Varies
Chickering Foundation Grant The Chickering Foundation (Formerly Dedham · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chickering Foundation Grant supports programs and organizations dedicated to assisting women and children in crisis, inspired by the legacy of Hannah B. Chickering.	Not published	Varies
Women's Economic Security Grant Program New Mexico Fund for Women and Girls · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K	Not published	$5K – $10K
Impact100 Metro Detroit Grant Program Impact100 Detroit · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact100 Detroit provides high-impact grants of up to $100,000 to support local nonprofits in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb Counties.	Not published	$100K
Advancing Girls Fund Tides Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Advancing Girls Fund is a Tides Foundation initiative that powers grantmaking for adolescent girls and young women of color and their allies, investing in spaces where they can learn, play, dream, and become powerful movement leaders.	Not published	Varies
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Scholarship Fund NA'AMAT USA The Women's Labor Zionist · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Educational Loan Fund PEO Sisterhood NY State Chapter · Foundation Not published · Varies The P.E.O. Educational Loan Fund appears to be a lending program available through P.E.O. International. Limited details were provided in the source material.	Not published	Varies
Equipping Women Scholarships Entrust · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships available for women to participate in Entrust's Equipping Women modules. Some scholarships may be available upon request.	Not published	Varies
Bob Zylstra STEM Scholarship Grant Grand Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Bob Zylstra STEM Scholarship, offered by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, supports undergraduate students who identify as female or as students of color from West Michigan.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Swan Society in Boston: Agency Grants The Swan Society in Boston Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The S.W.A.N. Society in Boston provides financial assistance through individual grants to senior, single women in need, helping them maintain independence and dignity.	Not published	Varies
Black Women & Gender-Expansive Leadership Project (BWL) Washington Area Women's Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Driven by recommendations from the Thrive As They Lead report, the Foundation is launching new initiatives to uplift Black women and gender-expansive nonprofit leaders in the region.	Not published	Varies
Career Development Grant for Postdoctoral Women Travel Award American Society for Microbiology (ASM) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Career Development Grant for Postdoctoral Women awards up to $2,000 to 5-8 eligible postdoctoral women for travel to meetings, laboratory visits, or courses to enhance their research and leadership skills.	Not published	Up to $2K
The Ultimate Foundation Ultimate Players Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Foundation fueling a future for ultimate that is accessible to all backgrounds and identities by supporting USA Ultimate programs, partners, and communities.	Not published	Varies
Gender Justice and Healing Grant Program New Mexico Fund for Women and Girls · Foundation Not published · $96K	Not published	$96K
E.M.P.O.W.E.R.E.D. Entrepreneurship The College and Community Fellowship Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A cohort-based business program that teaches the essentials of starting a business, from concept development to strategy, culminating in a marketplace expo.	Not published	Varies
CRA A. Nico Habermann Award The Computing Research Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Rona Jaffe Foundation Fellowship Grant Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The Rona Jaffe Foundation Fellowship supports emerging women writers with a fully funded 7-month residency at the Fine Arts Work Center.	Not published	$3K
International Initiative Grant Weyerhaeuser Family Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The International Initiative Grant, funded by the Weyerhaeuser Family Foundation, aims to empower women and girls in developing countries by advancing their economic opportunities, education, and health.	Not published	Up to $30K
Lavina Laible Scholarship Grant Grand Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Generally the Community Foundation's scholarships are awarded to applicants who have high financial need.	Not published	Varies
Brave Actions for a Better World Grant Only the Brave Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to €200,000 The Brave Actions for a Better World Grant by the OTB Foundation aims to fund innovative projects that empower women, youth, and children.	Not published	Up to €200,000
Women’s Committee for the Arts Scholarship Grant Educational Foundation of Lake County · Foundation Not published · Varies Our mission is to serve as the connection between our community and public education, evaluating needs and securing resources to enhance the quality of education.	Not published	Varies
Courtney Caron-Peters Woman of Resilience Scholarship Alpha XI Delta Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship/grant opportunity providing support for leadership development and education. Endowed in 2022 by Courtney Caron-Peters (Fresno State '99), the youngest Alpha Xi Delta member to ever endow a scholarship.	Not published	Varies
Leslie Reid Memorial Scholarship Grant East Texas Communities Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Leslie Reid Memorial Scholarship, administered by the East Texas Communities Foundation, honors the memory of Leslie Reid and supports female graduating seniors from Henderson, Smith, or Van Zandt County who have been involved in horse…	Not published	$1K

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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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