Grants for Women

Last updated October 19, 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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P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education PEO Sisterhood KS State Chapter · Foundation ~December · Up to $4K	~December	Up to $4K
NHWF: Women and Girls of Color Fund Grant New Hampshire Women's Foundation Inc · Foundation Jan 1, 2027 · Up to $2K The NHWF: Women and Girls of Color Fund Grant supports projects led by and serving women and girls of color in New Hampshire.	Jan 1, 2027	Up to $2K
Adrienne Shelly Foundation Film Grant (Horizon Award/Sundance Film Festival) Adrienne Shelly Foundation Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies The Adrienne Shelly Foundation Film Grant is awarded in partnership with The Horizon Award at The Sundance Film Festival each January.	~January	Varies
MAA Tensor Grant Program Mathematical Association of America Inc · Foundation ~January · Up to $8K The MAA Tensor Grant Program, supported by the Tensor Foundation, aims to enrich mathematics education for underrepresented students.	~January	Up to $8K
Grants to Charities Looking Out Foundation · Foundation Jan 15, 2027 · $5K – $25K Program interests include, but are not limited to: Grant decisions are normally made twice per year:	Jan 15, 2027	$5K – $25K
Looking Out Foundation Grant Looking Out Foundation · Foundation Jan 15, 2027 · $5K – $25K The Looking Out Foundation Grant supports social justice and humanitarian initiatives, having donated nearly $6 million to various causes globally.	Jan 15, 2027	$5K – $25K
Spring Grant Cycle - Large Grants Jewish Federation of Greater Metrowest NJ · Foundation ~January · Up to $25K The Jewish Women’s Foundation of New Jersey (JWF) aims to uplift women and girls through collective grantmaking, enhancing community quality of life.	~January	Up to $25K
JWF-NJ’s Spring Cycle - Large Grants Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Metrowest NJ · Foundation ~January · Up to $25K The JWF-NJ’s Spring Cycle - Large Grants offers funding up to $25,000 to 501(c)(3) organizations supporting projects that empower women and girls in New Jersey.	~January	Up to $25K
Women's Professional Forum Foundation Grant Program Women's Professional Forum · Foundation ~January · $4K – $10K Since 1984, the Women's Professional Forum Foundation (WPFF) has invested in programs that create opportunities for women and girls to achieve their leadership and professional dreams.	~January	$4K – $10K
Vivian Winston Scholarship Women Helping Women Fund · Foundation ~January · $2K – $4K The Vivian Winston Scholarship is offered by Women Helping Women Fund (WHWF) to support women in the Spokane area pursuing academic education.	~January	$2K – $4K
WX Scholars Program WX Charitable Fund Ltd · Foundation ~January · $2.4M The WX Scholars Program encourages and supports bright and talented young women pursuing careers in real estate and related professions in the New York metropolitan area.	~January	$2.4M
Austin Junior Forum Grants Program Austin Junior Forum Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies Austin Junior Forum provides grant funding to support projects that serve a significant number of women, children, or elderly in the Austin area.	~January	Varies
Cancer Research Grant Program (Innovative/Translational Cancer Research) Mary Kay Ash Foundation · Foundation ~February · Up to $100K	~February	Up to $100K
WDCC Scholarship Program Women's Division Chamber of Commerce · Foundation ~February · From $1K The prestigious Member Memorial Scholarship is awarded in $1,000 increments to top candidates who demonstrate a desire to improve the community through service.	~February	From $1K
Affinity Giving Grants (Consolidated Program) Indiana University Foundation · Foundation ~February · $4K – $50K Funding Focus Areas (all affinity groups combined):	~February	$4K – $50K
Beverly Beaird Young Woman Leadership Scholarship The Junior League of Tyler Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies The scholarship is designed for a young woman in her senior year of high school in Smith County who:	~February	Varies
High School Senior Scholarship Program Central Florida Womens League Foundation · Foundation ~February · $694K To assist graduating young women with college tuition expenses and support their educational advancement Scholarship recipients have attended prestigious institutions including: The University of Texas, University of Miami, University of…	~February	$694K
Junior Welfare League Grant Program The Junior Welfare League Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies	~February	Varies
Linda W. Navarro Trailblazer Award OBA Education Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies Named in honor of Linda W. Navarro, who dedicated nearly 28 years to the Oregon Bankers Association and served as President and CEO for almost two decades (2005–2024), this award recognizes and celebrates women in banking who have achieved…	~February	Varies
Les Dames d'Escoffier Washington DC - Community Grants Program Les Dames Descoffier of Washington DC · Foundation ~February · $2K – $5K Each year, grants are awarded to tax-exempt charitable or educational organizations making a significant difference in the community through food and hospitality.	~February	$2K – $5K
Impact Awards for Women in Pest Management The Pest Management Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies The 2026 recipients include representatives from:	~February	Varies
Champions of Change Awards Greater Fort Wayne Metro Chamber Alliance Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies Annual awards presented by the Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Women's Network to honor extraordinary leaders and mentors in Allen County who mentor and empower women.	~February	Varies
FFW Educational Grants - $500 Individual Grants Fund for Women of the Southern Tier Inc · Foundation ~March · $500 Established in 2009, FFW is the first funding stream dedicated solely to helping improve the lives of girls and women residing in the Southern Tier counties.	~March	$500
ASTEF Aspiring Educator Grants Alpha State Texas Educational Foundation · Foundation Mar 1, 2027 · $500 – $1K The Alpha State Texas Educational Foundation (ASTEF), affiliated with the Texas State Organization of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, provides Aspiring Educator Grants to women in Texas to help them complete a bachelor's…	Mar 1, 2027	$500 – $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 19, 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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