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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FUND FOR WOMEN OF THE SOUTHERN TIER INC · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

FFW Educational Grants - $500 Individual Grants Funder: Fund for Women of the Southern Tier, Inc. (FFW) Mission: Help girls and women achieve economic self-sufficiency and realize life goals through…

THE FINDLAY-HANCOCK COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

FHCCF: Handbags That Help Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary Handbags That Help (HTH) is a women's giving circle…

Inland Empire Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Field of Interest Funds: Seraphim Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) Serving Riverside & San Bernardino Counties Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last…

ADRIENNE SHELLY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Film Fatales Support Grant Partner Institution: Film Fatales Award Frequency: Annual Overview: Annual grant in support of various female filmmaker initiatives. Focus Areas: Female filmmaker…

WOMEN IN FILM · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Film Finishing Fund Overview: The Film Finishing Fund provides cash grants and in-kind production services to complete films created by, for, or about women. History: Since its launch in 1985, the…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Financial Women International Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Financial Women International Scholarship, established…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MENDOCINO COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fionna and Richard Perkins Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Mendocino County Inc. Last Updated: October 21, 2025 Summary The Fionna and Richard Perkins…

FIRST ASCENT CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Ascent Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Ascent Charitable Foundation Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The First Ascent Charitable Foundation Grant supports…

FISA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

FISA Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: FISA Foundation Last Updated: June 05, 2025 Summary The FISA Foundation Grant supports initiatives aimed at improving the health and well-being of people…

THE SOCIETY OF WOMAN GEOGRAPHERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Flag Carriers Established: 1931 Flag Designer: Carroll Bill, Boston artist Representation: Eastern half of the Western Hemisphere and western half of the Eastern Hemisphere, with the North Star above…

EAST BAY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Florence Baldwin Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Bay Community Foundation Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary The Florence Baldwin Scholarship, provided by East Bay Community…

Cleveland Social Venture Partners · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Flourish Award Funder: Collaborate Cleveland Overview: The Flourish Award directly supports leaders who invest their time, resources, and often their own well-being to serve women in Cleveland. This…

$2,000,000 total distributed (specific grant amounts not specified)
ST DAVID'S FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Focus on the Fourth: Postpartum Support for Central Texas Women in the 4th Trimester Geographic Scope: Central Texas Focus Area: Postpartum support and women's health Background: The postnatal period…

$2,000,000 total distributed
ST DAVID'S FOUNDATION COMMUNITY FUND · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Focus on the Fourth Subtitle: Postpartum Support for Central Texas Women in the 4th Trimester Geographic Scope: Central Texas Focus Area: Women's Health Overview: This RFP funds projects aimed at…

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Foley Equipment Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: December 31, 2025 Summary Overview Our Mission The…

Stipend provided by Julia Child Foundation (amount not specified); includes week-long mentorship program in Washington, D.C.
LES DAMES DESCOFFIER OF WASHINGTON · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Food Policy & Advocacy Legacy Award Funder: Les Dames d'Escoffier International with support from The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts Program Established: 2009 Geographic…

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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