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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Wickam, Ivie Frances scholarship Grant Center for Scholarship · Foundation Not published · Varies The Center for Scholarship Administration The Center for Scholarship Administration (CSA) provides corporations, foundations, trust funds, and individual philanthropists scholarship selection and administration management that is…	Not published	Varies
Anne Marie Muhs Memorial Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Anne Marie Muhs Memorial Scholarship at Montana State University supports students in the Civil Engineering Department who are at least sophomores.	Not published	Varies
American Agri-Women Helen Whitmore Memorial Convention Scholarship Grant American Agri-Women Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The American Agri-Women Helen Whitmore Memorial Convention Scholarship, established in 1993, honors the legacy of rancher Helen Whitmore.	Not published	$500
Skylight Mentorship Program Another Round Another Rally · Foundation Not published · Varies A six-week mentorship program that connects female, femme, and nonbinary bartending professionals with experienced spirits industry mentors for career advancement, professional development, and networking.	Not published	Varies
TREWA Scholarships Tvec Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Texas Rural Electric Women's Association (TREWA) offers 20 scholarships valued at $1,000 each to support education and leadership in electric cooperative families across Texas.	Not published	$1K
United Way of Holyoke, South Hadley, and Granby, Inc./YWCA Scholarship Fund for Women Grant Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K Easily learn more about the United Way of Holyoke, South Hadley, and Granby, Inc. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 02 Mar 2027.	Not published	Up to $3K
Accelerating Innovation in Vaginal Formulations in Support of Women's Health Grant Gates Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K This grant aims to enhance women's health by promoting the development of innovative vaginal drug delivery systems.	Not published	Up to $250K
Brown & Caldwell – Dave Caldwell Scholarships Grant American Water Works Association · Foundation Not published · $5K The Dave Caldwell Scholarship, sponsored by the American Water Works Association, offers a $5,000 award to exceptional undergraduate or graduate students pursuing engineering degrees in the drinking water field.	Not published	$5K
Women's Giving Circle Grant Program Catholic Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Catholic Community Foundation Women's Giving Circle seeks to invite, inform, and involve women of faith in the charitable, educational, and spiritual work of the Church in Northeast Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Rapid Response Grants Women's Foundation of Mississippi · Foundation Rolling · $3K – $5K Emergency funding for organizations directly serving vulnerable women and families during times of crisis (e.g., COVID-19 pandemic)	Rolling	$3K – $5K
Women's Philanthropy Fund Amarillo Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women's Philanthropy Fund awards grants to nonprofit organizations serving women and girls in the Panhandle region.	Not published	Varies
Women Investing in Nebraska Grants University of Nebraska Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K Women Investing in Nebraska (WIN) provides grants to innovative projects that address urgent needs in Nebraska. Since 2011, WIN has awarded over $1.9 million to various initiatives through a member-driven process.	Not published	$100K
Impact100 South Jersey Grants: Community Heroes Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · US $10,000 The Community Heroes Grant by Impact100 South Jersey aims to empower smaller nonprofits with operating budgets under $500,000.	Not published	US $10,000
Roblee Foundation Grant Joseph & Florence Roblee Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Roblee Foundation Grant supports initiatives that promote equity in race, ethnicity, and gender.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Student Art Program Orange County Womens Transportation Seminar · Foundation Not published · $1K A program introducing elementary school students to transportation through interactive presentations and art projects.	Not published	$1K
Linda H. Mantel Next Generation Women’s Leadership Award Grant Sigma Xi · Foundation Not published · $3K The Linda H. Mantel Next Generation Women’s Leadership Award, established in 2022 by Sigma Xi, honors emerging women leaders in research.	Not published	$3K
BOOTS (Bridging Outstanding Opportunities with Tradeswomen Skills) Western States Regional Council of Carpenters · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Partner Grants (General Grantmaking) New York Women's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The New York Women's Foundation provides catalytic grantmaking to social entrepreneurs and changemakers.	Not published	Varies
Charles E. Culpeper Arts & Culture Grant Program Rockefeller Brothers Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charles E. Culpeper Arts & Culture Grant Program, funded by The Rockefeller Brothers Fund, aims to support diverse artists and cultural organizations in New York City.	Not published	Varies
Women in IR Champion Award Society of Interventional Radiology · Foundation Not published · Varies Presented annually to recognize an individual who has consistently made a significant contribution to the advancement of women in IR, such as in sponsorship, mentorship, teaching, promotion, advocacy, and recruitment.	Not published	Varies
Women of Worth Award Grant L'Oreal Paris · Foundation Not published · $25K L’Oréal Paris Celebrates 20 Years of Women of Worth For 20 years, L’Oréal Paris has honored women who uplift their communities through service.	Not published	$25K
Central Kentucky Community Foundation: Heels Together Grant Central Kentucky Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Heels Together Grant, established by the Central Kentucky Community Foundation, supports programs that enhance the lives of women and girls.	Not published	Varies
Samantha B. Skjodt Scholarship Grant Samerian Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Samantha B. The next deadline for this grant is Thu, 12 Nov 2026. Founded in 2003, the Samerian Foundation is dedicated to perpetuating the vision of Cindy and Paul Skjodt, the founders.	Not published	Varies
U.S. Women's Sledge Hockey Team Grant USA Hockey Foundation · Foundation Not published · $35K For more information: http://www.uswomensledgehockey.org/	Not published	$35K

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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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