JFGNH: Women of Vision Society Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven Inc. Last Updated: December 20, 2025 Summary The Women of Vision Society Grant, established by the…
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.
JFGS: Women's Endowment Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2025 Summary The JFGS Women's Endowment Fund Grants,…
Jill Campbell Fearless Leader Award Overview: Award recognizing fearless leadership within The WICT Network community. Geographic Scope: Global Presented At: The WICT Network Signature Awards…
Jim and Linda Pivarnik Women’s Health, Sport & Physical Activity Travel Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American College Of Sports Medicine Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February…
JLB Academic Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Junior League Of Birmingham Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,500 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The JLB Academic Scholarship, provided by…
JLR Scholarship Funder: The Junior League of Reading, PA, Inc. Award Amount: $5,000 to one young woman Geographic Scope: Berks County, Pennsylvania Eligibility: - Must have graduated or will be…
JLSF Community Partner Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Junior League Of San Francisco Inc Amount: US $5,000 - US $35,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The JLSF Community Partner Grants aim to…
JLSF: Enabling Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Junior League Of San Francisco Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Junior League of San Francisco (JLSF) offers…
JoAhn Brown Nash Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 23, 2025 Summary The JoAhn Brown Nash Memorial Scholarship Fund,…
Joan Kelly Memorial Prize Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Historical Association Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The Joan Kelly Memorial Prize, awarded by the American…
John & Julia Onete Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the Fox…
Overview _NOTE: Interested organizations may submit an initial letter of inquiry. Grant applications for these funding areas are accepted by invitation only, and are evaluated on a quarterly basis._…
Joseph F. Mulach, Jr. and Louisa A. Mulach Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Joseph F. Mulach, Jr. and Louisa A. Mulach…
Joseph L. Runde Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 08, 2025 Summary The Joseph L. Runde Memorial Scholarship,…
Josephine Goodyear Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo Last Updated: February 26, 2025 Summary The Josephine Goodyear Foundation, established in 1912,…
Journal of Women’s History Scholars Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: University of Chicago Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: October 03, 2025 Summary The Journal of Women’s History offers a…
Journey to Publication: Writing Fellowship for Indigenous Women of the Colorado River Basin Overview: Writing fellowship program launching April 22, 2026, supporting Indigenous women to develop and…
Joy Thomas Prize Overview: Annual award recognizing exceptional female students in STEM fields, particularly those who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in competitive entrance examinations…
JTF College STEM Program - Nurture Underserved College Students Overview: A 4-year comprehensive support program designed to change the lives and careers of talented but economically disadvantaged…
Judith Chapman Memorial Women's Leadership Award Organization: Jewish Federation Bay Area Geographic Scope: Bay Area community Award Purpose: Honors distinguished women community members whose Jewish…
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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