Fund for Women of the Southern Tier Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The…
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.
Funds for Women Graduates: Emergency Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Funds for Women Graduates (FfWG) Amount: Up to £2,500 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The Funds for Women Graduates:…
Funds for Women Graduates: Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Funds for Women Graduates (FfWG) Amount: Up to £6,500 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The Funds for Women Graduates (FfWG)…
Funds for Women Graduates: Theodora Bosanquet Bursary Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Funds for Women Graduates (FfWG) Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary…
Furchak-Ferko Annual Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie Community Foundation Amount: Approximately US $30,000 Last Updated: August 23, 2025 Summary The Furchak-Ferko Annual Grant Program,…
Futurama Foundation: The Career Advancement Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: BPW/Maine Futurama Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The BPW/Maine…
Futurama Foundation: The Continuing Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: BPW/Maine Futurama Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The BPW/Maine…
Future Earth’s Inclusivity and Diversity Participation Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Future Earth Last Updated: December 27, 2025 Summary Future Earth’s Inclusivity and Diversity Participation…
Future Rising Fellowship Program Overview: An opportunity for young leaders to develop storytelling skills and create impact through narrative-driven work. Age Range: 17-25 years old Focus Areas: -…
FWL Charitable Giving Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Frisco Women's League Last Updated: June 30, 2025 Summary The FWL Charitable Giving Fund, established by the Frisco Women’s League, aims to…
FWW Fellowship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Womens Wellness Inc. Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary The FWW Fellowship Award supports emerging…
FWW: Research Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Womens Wellness Inc. Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The FWW Research Award supports innovative, short-term studies aimed at…
FY26 SUBG Women's Treatment Set-Aside RFA Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Department of Health and Human Services Last Updated: May 31, 2025 Summary The FY26 SUBG Women's Treatment Set-Aside RFA…
Gabby Girls Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: Up to US $550 Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary The Gabby Girls Scholarship, offered by the…
Gainbridge Assists Powered by Parity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gainbridge Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary The Gainbridge Assists Powered by Parity Grant, in…
Overview Galesi Family Foundation We hope to support the work of charitable organizations that apply creative and effective strategies to improve the lives of individuals and communities. Let us help…
Garman Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Garman Family Foundation Grant,…
Gender Economic Equity Program (GEEP) Status: Inaugural cohort awarded June 2025; applications by invitation only Geographic Scope: Greater Philadelphia region Program Focus: Investing in the care…
Gender Justice and Healing Grant Program Funder: NewMexicoWomen.Org (a program of New Mexico Community Foundation) Geographic Scope: New Mexico statewide Focus Areas: - Gender justice - Healing work…
Gender Justice Organizing Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bread & Roses Community Fund Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The Gender Justice Organizing Fund Grant supports…
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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