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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Lilla Jewel Awards Grant Seeding Justice · Foundation Not published · $10K The Lilla Jewel Awards support Oregon-based artists of marginalized genders, promoting social change through their work.	Not published	$10K
GROW Grants for Women & Children Community Foundation of Monroe County · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Nationwide, women are increasingly influential in family decisions about charitable giving. Recognizing this, the Community Foundation of Monroe County, through a group of dedicated women, has established G.R.O.W. Monroe.	Not published	Up to $5K
Women of AT&T (WOA Dallas) Scholarship Program Listed by Communities in Schools of the Dallas Regioninc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $16K Women of AT&T Dallas Chapter (through CISDR partnership)	Not published	$2K – $16K
Power of the Purse Grant Program The Northern Cincinnai Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Power of the Purse (POP) Fund is a women's giving circle dedicated to strengthening the community by providing grant funds to non-profit organizations serving the interests of women & children in West Chester and Liberty Townships.	Not published	Varies
Mary's Pence Grants Mary's Pence · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K Mary's Pence funds small organizations with a big vision for systemic change that benefits women and their communities.	Not published	Up to $4K
Bridging the C-Suite Gap Executive Mentoring Program Crew Charlotte Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
SWE Richmond Section Scholarship Grant Society of Women Engineers · Foundation Not published · $1K The SWE Richmond Section Scholarship, established in 1988, supports women entering engineering or computer science in central Virginia.	Not published	$1K
Yamboree Empowerment Scholarship YES for Women Grant East Texas Communities Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Yamboree Empowerment Scholarship YES for Women, provided by the East Texas Communities Foundation, is designed for graduating seniors from Upshur County high schools.	Not published	$5K
GSCF: YW Legacy Fund Grant Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The GSCF: YW Legacy Fund, established in 2006, aims to enhance the lives of women and families in Salina, Kansas, through targeted grants.	Not published	Up to $10K
WAGS Childcare Grant Women and Girls in Soccer · Foundation Rolling · $1K – $80K The WAGS Childcare Grant is a first-of-its-kind $80,000 fund distributed to individual female coaches and semi-pro players to help them stay in the game by addressing childcare as a barrier to participation.	Rolling	$1K – $80K
Galesi Family Foundation Grant The Galesi Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies 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 you make a difference.	Not published	Varies
Women's Circle Grant Harrington Cancer and Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding available to area non-profits seeking funds to assist with needs and/or programs that focus specifically on impacting the health and well-being of women.	Not published	Varies
DePratti Meaningful Initiatives Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The DePratti Meaningful Initiatives Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, supports students pursuing computer science studies at accredited institutions.	Not published	Up to $1K
Distinguished Service Award (DSA) Women in Mining National · Foundation Not published · Varies The Distinguished Service Award is awarded to WIM USA members who have demonstrated leadership in alignment with the mission and goals of Women in Mining USA.	Not published	Varies
WF Grants Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Social change grants provided by the Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee to fund women and girls-led social change initiatives.	Not published	Varies
National Council of Jewish Women Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Louisville Inc · Foundation Not published · $40K Founded in 1984, the Community Foundation of Louisville mobilizes people, networks, and capital to spark meaningful change in and beyond Louisville. Just as our name signifies, here, community comes first.	Not published	$40K
Nonprofit ENG(INE) Grant Nonprofit ENG(INE) · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Nonprofit ENG(INE) Grant, led by AlleyCorp, offers in-kind engineering support valued at $250K over six months to U.S.-based 501c3 organizations.	Not published	Up to $500K
Evelyn L. Pruitt Fellowship for Dissertation Research Grant The Society of Woman Geographers · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K The Evelyn L. Pruitt Fellowship for Dissertation Research, sponsored by the Society of Women Geographers, supports woman Ph.D. students in geography or related fields.	Not published	Up to $12K
Portland Foundation Women’s Giving Circle Grant The Portland Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Portland Foundation Women’s Giving Circle Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Jay County, Indiana, by empowering women philanthropists.	Not published	Up to $5K
B. J. Runnels Dean Scholarship Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The B. J. Runnels Dean Scholarship Fund, established by Myrte Veach and friends of B.J. Dean, honors her legacy in advancing women in ministry.	Not published	Varies
Women’s Giving Circle of Harford County (WGC) Grant Grapevine giving foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Women’s Giving Circle of Harford County (WGC) Grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on women, children, and families in Harford County.	Not published	Up to $5K
Joseph L. Runde Memorial Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joseph L. Runde Memorial Scholarship, managed by The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, supports deserving female seniors from various high schools, including Hazel Green and Belmont, who aspire to pursue degrees in healthcare…	Not published	Varies
Community Assistance Fund Grants Junior League of the City of Washington Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K	Not published	Up to $5K
A.I.R. Fellowship Program Grant A.I.R. Gallery ( Artists in Residence, Inc.) · Foundation Not published · $3K The A.I.R. Fellowship Program, established in 1993, empowers emerging women and non-binary artists in New York City by providing them with their first solo exhibition, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.	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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