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.

1,672 grants
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Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hambly Women in Sciences Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Hambly Women in Sciences Scholarship at Montana State University…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hand to Hand Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: May 30, 2025 Summary The Hand to Hand Grant aims to empower women and girls in San…

EXECUTIVE WOMEN OF THE PALM BEACHES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Harreen Bertisch EWPBF Pathfinder's Scholarship Purpose: Honor the legacy of longtime EWPBF member Harreen Bertisch (1946-2023) by awarding scholarships to high school seniors. About Harreen…

THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF MIDDLESEX & · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Harriet Tabak Woman of Valor Fund Funder: Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey Purpose: Support and funding for Jewish women pursuing leadership development Geographic Scope: Middlesex and…

HAWAII WOMEN'S LEGAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hawaii Women's Legal Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawaii Women's Legal Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The Hawaii Women's Legal Foundation…

HAMILTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

HCF: Women's Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hamilton Community Foundation (Ohio) Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Hamilton Community Foundation's Women's Fund Grants support innovative…

Up to $750,000 (in 2016 cycle, grants awarded totaling almost $750,000 to four organizations)
Foundation for the National Institutes of Health Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Heart Truth® Community Action Program Overview: A grant program jointly managed by FNIH and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) that offers grants to empower community organizations…

WOMEN'S FUND FOR THE FOX VALLEY REGION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Helen Spasoff Kratzer Scholarship Funder: Women's Fund for the Fox Valley Region Purpose: Post-secondary education assistance for high school graduates Geographic Scope: Fox Valley Region, Wisconsin…

WOMEN'S FUND OF GREATER MILWAUKEE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HER Scholarship Program Overview: The HER Scholarship provides financial support for women over the age of 35 who are returning to college to pursue their educational and career goals. Background:…

Boundless Futures Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: In 2025, the Her Village Grant Program will evolve to meet our goal of making deep impact alongside like-minded organizations. Please stay tuned for further information about Her…

College Of American Pathologists Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Herbek Humanitarian Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: College Of American Pathologists Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Herbek Humanitarian Award honors a…

WASHINGTON AREA WOMEN'S FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

HERizon Fund Status: Active program (referenced in navigation but limited details provided in available content) Focus: Support for women entrepreneurs and economic development Contact Address: 712 H…

Varies per recipient (Total awarded to date: $693,500 across 240 scholars)
CENTRAL FLORIDA WOMENS LEAGUE FOUNDATION · February 16, 2027 · Annual Foundation

High School Senior Scholarship Program Funder: Central Florida Women's League Foundation Program Type: Annual scholarships for graduating female high school seniors Geographic Scope: Graduating…

INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Higher Education Readiness (HER) Program Program Overview: A secondary school scholarship and support program designed to increase girls' participation in higher education by providing financial…

US $4,000 - US $10,000
THE ALLEN HILLES FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hilles Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Allen Hilles Fund Amount: US $4,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Hilles Fund Grant supports programs that serve vulnerable…

Latino Community Fund of · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Hispanic Seafair Ambassador Scholarship Funder: Latino Community Fund of Washington Program: Hispanic Seafair (LCF program since September 2017) Website:…

Houston Junior Forum Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HJF Community Grants Program Overview: Provides grant funding to nonprofit organizations that share a common philanthropic vision for assistance to the Houston community. Geographic Scope: Greater…

Houston Junior Forum Endowment Fund Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HJF Community Grants Program Funder: Houston Junior Forum Program Established: 2010 Geographic Scope: Houston community, TX Total Funding Provided: In excess of $1,000,000 granted to nonprofit…

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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