The LAM Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE:_ * _The first step in the process of a grant application to The LAM Foundation is to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI). The submission of an LOI is required for each grant category.…
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.
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In-kind services (online session and/or sound mix)
NEW YORK WOMEN IN FILM & TELEVISION INC · June 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation
In-Kind Post-Production Grants Type: In-kind post-production services Services Provided: - Online session and/or sound mix services Geographic Scope: New York area-based filmmakers Eligibility: -…
Over $1 million total annually; varies by individual scholarship
SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS ENDOWMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
India Scholars Scholarship Status: Currently closed for 2026-2027 academic year; interest form available for 2027-2028 Geographic Scope: India (select schools only) Focus Areas: Engineering,…
PLANET WOMEN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Indigenous Women's Leadership Network (IWLN) Grant Overview: Grant supporting the Indigenous Women's Leadership Network's mission to create a platform for Native women working on water and natural…
LAND IS LIFE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Indigenous Women's Program Fellowship 2026 Funder: Land is Life Inc (NY, US) Overview: A fellowship program designed to support Indigenous women through Land is Life's Indigenous Women's Program.…
THE VANCE R AND COLLEEN H ANDRUS FAMILY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Indigo Oak Fund The Indigo Oak Fund is a Colorado-based private foundation focused on education, the arts, women and children’s issues, and ensuring equal justice under the law. Our Mission…
WOMEN'S FOUNDATION OF MISSISSIPPI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Infant & Maternal Health Grant Funder: Women's Foundation of Mississippi Geographic Scope: Mississippi statewide Focus Area: Maternal health and reproductive health; teen pregnancy prevention;…
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Ideas Beyond Borders Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Innovation Hub Overview: Ideas Beyond Borders' Innovation Hub offers small grants to people with bold ideas without the bureaucracy, corruption, and red tape typical of traditional grant processes.…
Varies
INTERNATIONAL CIVIL SOCIETY ACTION NETWORK INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Innovative Peace Fund (IPF) Overview: The first and only independent, multi-donor, global grantmaking mechanism wholly dedicated to providing financial support and technical assistance to women-led…
Varies
The Womens Foundation for the State of Arizona · Rolling / Open Foundation
Innovative Solutions Grants Funder: Women's Foundation for the State of Arizona Overview: Innovative Solutions is a grant program offered by WFSA, mentioned in the main navigation. Geographic Scope:…
$500
Women Helping Women Fund · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
InstaGrant Overview: The InstaGrant is a small, quick-turnaround grant program from Women Helping Women Fund designed to support local nonprofits with immediate funding needs. Award Amount: $500 per…
Women Divers Hall of Fame · Rolling / Open Foundation
Instructor Advanced Education Training Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: August 17, 2025 Summary The Instructor Advanced Education Training Grant,…
Ohio Department of Behavioral Health · Rolling / Open Foundation
Integrated Maternal Wellness Pilot Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Department of Behavioral Health Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Integrated Maternal Wellness Pilot Project,…
Up to US $30,000
WEYERHAEUSER FAMILY FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open Foundation
International Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Weyerhaeuser Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: May 28, 2025 Summary The International Initiative Grant, funded by the…
Up to $12,500
PEO Sisterhood CA State Chapter · December 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund Purpose: Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the United States or Canada. Geographic Scope: Scholarships for…
Up to $12,500
PEO Sisterhood AZ State Chapter · December 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund Overview: A scholarship program providing financial support for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. Scholarships…
Up to $12,500
PEO Sisterhood OH State Chapter · December 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund Overview: Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. Award Amount: Maximum of $12,500; lesser…
Up to $12,500
PEO Sisterhood IN State Chapter · December 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund Purpose: Scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. Status: Ongoing program Geographic Scope: For…
Up to $12,500
PEO Sisterhood AL State Chapter · December 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund Status: Active Geographic Scope: For international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada Focus Areas: Graduate study in any field…
Up to $12,500
PEO Sisterhood NM State Chapter · December 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation
International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund Overview: Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. Scholarship based upon demonstrated need;…
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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