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ESI CARES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
ESI CARES Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: ESI CARES INC Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The ESI CARES Foundation Grant, established in 2018, focuses on environmental responsibility…
Grants for Women
Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 1,625 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?
Conservation Nation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Established Conservationist Grant Program Status: No longer accepting applications. Last application deadline was August 15, 2021. Geographic Scope: Applicants must be U.S.-based (home base and place…
$1,500
WOMEN'S NONPROFIT ALLIANCE · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Established Nonprofit Grant Award Amount: $1,500 Eligibility: - Applicant must be a member of Women's Nonprofit Alliance - Nonprofit must have been in existence for 2 years or more Geographic Scope:…
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation
Esther Sloan Mitchell Fund for Windham Women & Girls Geographic Scope: Windham, Connecticut Focus Areas: Supporting women and girls; strengthening their resources, strength, and confidence Overview:…
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CHARITY LEAGUE INC · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Ethel Dubois Smith Fund Funder: Charity League of Paducah (Kentucky, US) Mission: The Ethel Dubois Smith Fund is held, managed, and invested by the Ethel Dubois Smith Fund Committee, with charitable…
National Collegiate Athletic Association · Rolling / Open Foundation
Ethnic Minorities and Women’s Internship Grant - Division II Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Collegiate Athletic Association Amount: US $30,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Ethnic…
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BROOKLYN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Etsy Uplift Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Brooklyn Org Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Etsy Uplift Fund, managed by Brooklyn Org, supports nonprofits that eliminate barriers to…
Up to US $2,000
Eva Gunther Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Eva Gunther Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eva Gunther Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Eva Gunther Fellowship is a prestigious grant program aimed…
SAMUEL READY SCHOLARSHIPS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Evalina and Harold Jones Award Overview: Annual award recognizing a Scholar who has made significant or comprehensive contributions to her school. Award Criteria: - Significant contributions to…
Up to US $12,000
THE SOCIETY OF WOMAN GEOGRAPHERS · Rolling / Open Foundation
Evelyn L. Pruitt Fellowship for Dissertation Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Geographers Amount: Up to US $12,000 Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The Evelyn L. Pruitt…
More than US $500
KALAMAZOO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Evelyn Prince Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalamazoo Community Foundation Amount: More than US $500 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary Overview Kalamazoo Community…
Eastern Vascular Society · Rolling / Open Foundation
EVS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eastern Vascular Society Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: May 22, 2025 Summary The EVS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Grant aims to…
Coastal Bend Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Ewi Bobbi Sims Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coastal Bend Community Foundation Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Ewi Bobbi Sims Scholarship supports women in the Coastal Bend area…
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INDEPENDENT FEATURE PROJECT INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Executive Leadership Program Overview: A mentorship and professional development program designed specifically for undergraduate women of color to advance their film executive careers in…
EXECUTIVE WOMEN OF THE PALM BEACHES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Executive Women of the Palm Beaches Foundation Scholarship Program Purpose: Award scholarships to deserving young women in the community to support their higher education. Geographic Scope: Palm…
EXPOSURE SKATE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Exposure x CSEF College Scholarship Funder: Exposure Skate in partnership with The College Skateboarding Education Foundation (CSEF) Purpose: To empower female-identifying and non-binary…
Up to US $5,000
Jewish Community Foundation of Greater · Rolling / Open Foundation
Fall Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Community Foundation Of Greater MetroWest NJ Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 23, 2025 Summary The Jewish Women’s Foundation of New Jersey…
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CENTER FOR SCHOLARSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Fannie Wilder Scholarship The Fannie Wilder Scholarship is providing scholarships for deserving students. Funding The amount of the scholarship awards may vary from year to year. Eligibility…
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PVBLIC FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Fashion Impact Fund Overview: The Fashion Impact Fund is a program of PVBLIC Foundation dedicated to supporting fashion skills training programs led by women for women to achieve education,…
US $5,000
FAWCO Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
FAWCO Foundation: Development Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: FAWCO Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2024 Summary The FAWCO Foundation Development Grant funds impactful projects…
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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