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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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
Rosie Fund Grant Community Foundation of Kankakee River Valley · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Rosie Fund Grant aims to support not-for-profit organizations addressing the unmet needs of women in Kankakee County.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Women Building Success Awards International Union of Operating · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education (PCE) PEO Sisterhood IN State Chapter · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K Need-based grants for women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who need to return to school to support themselves and/or their families.	Not published	Up to $4K
Anna Lalor Burdick Program Grant The Lalor Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $35K The Anna Lalor Burdick Program supports initiatives that enhance women's access to reproductive health care, contraception, and pregnancy termination.	Not published	$10K – $35K
SCF The Women's Fund Grant Stark Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The SCF The Women's Fund Grant, established in 2006 by visionary women, aims to enhance the lives of women and children in Stark County.	Not published	Up to $5K
Services Program for Residential Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women (361585) Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Services Program for Residential Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women aims to provide essential support for women facing substance use disorders.	Not published	Varies
Women's Fund Success Grants Community Foundation of Central Illinois · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Women's Fund Success Grants, established by the Community Foundation of Central Illinois, aim to empower women and children in central Illinois.	Not published	Up to $5K
Montclair Fund for Women Grant Montclair Fund for Women Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Montclair Fund for Women Grant supports innovative programs aimed at achieving educational success and social justice, particularly for women and girls of color in Montclair and North Essex.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Lynn W. Williams Natural Science Education Fund Grant Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $500 The Lynn W. Williams Natural Science Education Fund for Girls Grant aims to support underprivileged girls through experiential STEM education.	Not published	$250 – $500
Make Golf Your Thing Grant Program Usaga · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Educational Loan Fund PEO Sisterhood NE State Chapter · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
RCCF: Women’s Giving Circle Grants Ripley County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The RCCF Women’s Giving Circle Grants support nonprofit organizations serving women and children in Ripley County.	Not published	Varies
Action Fund General Support Grants Groundswell Action Fund · Foundation Not published · $15K Groundswell Action Fund provides unrestricted general support grants that allow organizations to build their infrastructure and avoid the harm caused by boom-and-bust electoral funding cycles that only appear during key election years.	Not published	$15K
Erie County Emergency Medical Services Scholarship Grant Erie Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Erie County Emergency Medical Services Scholarship supports residents pursuing careers in emergency medical services.	Not published	Varies
PCF Women in Science Award Prostate Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognition award and lecture series honoring women scientists making significant contributions to prostate cancer research.	Not published	Varies
The Burlingame/Gerrity Horticultural Therapy Scholarships Grant Woman's National Farm and Garden Association, Inc. · Foundation Not published · $1K The Burlingame/Gerrity Horticultural Therapy Scholarships, established in 1984, support students pursuing degrees in horticultural therapy or horticulture with a focus on horticultural therapy.	Not published	$1K
Community Navigator Pilot Program (CNPP) Mini-Monies Program - Round 2 Vermont Principals Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $45K	Not published	$45K
Award for Excellence in Leadership Pepperdine University · Foundation Not published · Varies Honors a woman whose academic leadership has made a significant contribution to her profession. Nominations sought for women demonstrating leadership in:	Not published	Varies
Mara E. Lieberman Memorial Travel Grants Endocrine Society · Foundation Not published · $500 The Mara E. Lieberman Memorial Travel Grants support outstanding female researchers presenting at the Endocrine Society's ENDO 2025 Annual Meeting.	Not published	$500
Junior League of Miami Community Grants Junior League Of Miami Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Junior League of Miami Community Grants aim to empower women, children, and families in Miami by addressing food insecurity and other critical issues such as homelessness and health.	Not published	Up to $25K
SWE Collegiate/Graduate Scholars Grant Society of Women Engineers · Foundation Not published · $1K – $19K The SWE Collegiate/Graduate Scholars program, funded by the Society of Women Engineers, supports women pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies in engineering, technology, or computing.	Not published	$1K – $19K
Forging Industry Women's Scholarship Forging Industry Educational and Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship program designed to support women entering or advancing in the forging industry.	Not published	Varies
College Club of Pittsburgh Scholarship Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K Established in 1945, The Pittsburgh Foundation is one of the nation’s oldest community foundations and as of 2022 is the 18th largest of more than 750 similar foundations across the United States.	Not published	$5K
The Chopra-Bakshi Scholarship at Woodstock School Timberline Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies To provide young people from underprivileged communities, particularly young girls in and around Mussoorie, with a life-changing education	Not published	Varies

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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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