Grants for Women

Last updated October 19, 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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Nonprofit Organization Annual Grant Awards Fund for Women of the Southern Tier Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies Established in 2009, FFW is the first funding stream dedicated solely to helping improve the lives of girls and women residing in the Southern Tier counties.	~March	Varies
Altrusa Club of Wenatchee Scholarship Community Foundation of NCW · Foundation ~March · Varies The Altrusa Club of Wenatchee was part of an international service club providing scholarships from dues and fundraising proceeds.	~March	Varies
FFW Educational Grants - $2,500 Scholarship Grants Fund for Women of the Southern Tier Inc · Foundation ~March · $3K Established in 2009, FFW is the first funding stream dedicated solely to helping improve the lives of girls and women residing in the Southern Tier counties.	~March	$3K
Women's Philanthropy Leadership Council (WPLC) Grants Indiana University Foundation · Foundation ~March · $3K – $25K	~March	$3K – $25K
The Woman's Club Scholarship Fund (Mary Munford Scholars) The Woman's Club · Foundation ~March · $5K In a tradition inspired more than 100 years ago by founding member and past president Mary Munford, The Woman's Club supports five women each year in the pursuit of a college education.	~March	$5K
Hortense B. Perry Scholarship The Hortense B Perry Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies Applicants may choose one of two scholarship categories: Each application is reviewed by a committee and receives a weighted score based on applicant responses. Mrs. Verna Cahoon, Chairman, Hortense B. Perry Foundation Scholarship Committee	~March	Varies
Women Helping Women Fund Tri-Cities - Annual Grant Program Women Helping Women Fund Tri-Cities · Foundation ~March · $3K – $25K Our Board gives priority to programs that: Programs will be considered that offer preventive strategies and/or proactive initiatives in one or more of the following areas:	~March	$3K – $25K
Phoenix Panhellenic Association Centennial Scholarship National Panhellenic Conference Inc · Foundation ~March · $1K Funded in honor of the Phoenix Panhellenic Association's centennial, this scholarship is awarded annually.	~March	$1K
Mary Louise Roller Scholarship National Panhellenic Conference Inc · Foundation ~March · $1K Named for Mary Louise Roller, this scholarship was originally funded by a grant from Alpha Omicron Pi Fraternity in honor of Mrs. Roller's 33-year tenure on AOPi's Panhellenic Delegation.	~March	$1K
Carole Jurenko Jones Scholarship National Panhellenic Conference Inc · Foundation ~March · $1K Established by Alpha Omicron Pi to honor Carole Jones' commitment to the National Panhellenic Conference, including serving as the 2017-19 NPC chairman.	~March	$1K
Texas Rural Electric Women's Association (TREWA) Scholarship South Plains Electric Trust · Foundation ~March · $2K Applicants must meet ALL of the following criteria:	~March	$2K
Sigma Kappa Courage and Conviction Scholarship National Panhellenic Conference Inc · Foundation ~March · $1K The Sigma Kappa Courage and Conviction Scholarship was funded by Sigma Kappa in honor of Donna Crain King's service as 2015-17 NPC chairman.	~March	$1K
Alpha Phi/Betty Mullins Jones Scholarship National Panhellenic Conference Inc · Foundation ~March · $1K Established by the Alpha Phi Foundation to honor Betty Mullins Jones' commitment to NPC.	~March	$1K
Elizabeth Ahlemeyer Quick/Gamma Phi Beta Scholarship National Panhellenic Conference Inc · Foundation ~March · $2K Established to honor Betty Quick's long and devoted service to both NPC and Gamma Phi Beta.	~March	$2K
LDEI Woman of Purpose Award Les Dames D'Escoffier International Inc · Foundation ~March · $10K Applicants must demonstrate commitment to one or more of:	~March	$10K
Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award Hershey Charitable Trust · Foundation ~March · $1K – $5K The Zonta Club of Denver awards scholarships to young women demonstrating exceptional leadership in their schools and communities.	~March	$1K – $5K
Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award (YWLA) Zonta Club of Denver Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · $1K The Zonta Club of Denver awards this scholarship to recognize young women leaders in their school and community.	~March	$1K
Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award Zonta Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · $2K – $5K	~March	$2K – $5K
The Pattis Family Foundation Summer Leadership Program Women Employed · Foundation ~March · $3K Women Employed's paid summer internship provides professional skill building and practical experience through leadership training, front-line research, and exposure to barriers experienced by low-paid workers.	~March	$3K
Sisterhood For Good Grant Program Sisterhood For Good Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies	~March	Varies
BJWC Community Grants Barrington Junior Womens Club Inc · Foundation ~April · Varies To qualify for a grant, your organization must: Bacoa, Barrington Area Conservation Trust, Barrington Children's Choir, Barrington Giving Day, Barrington Youth and Family Services, BStrong Together, Fellowship Housing Corporation (FHS)…	~April	Varies
Edilith Eckart & Jene McCovey Memorial Peace Scholarship Ink People Inc · Foundation ~April · $150 – $500 Supports projects that promote peace and social justice, locally or globally. The scholarship encourages local individuals and groups in projects that create or increase peace and justice.	~April	$150 – $500
Category B Grant The Board of Visitors · Foundation ~April · $5K – $100K Organizations selected to submit full proposals must submit two years of financial statements. Since 1908, The Board of Visitors has granted millions to serve the healthcare needs of the greater Phoenix community.	~April	$5K – $100K
Category A Grant The Board of Visitors · Foundation ~April · Up to $200K Organizations selected to submit full proposals must submit two years of independently reviewed or audited financials. Since 1908, The Board of Visitors has granted millions to serve the healthcare needs of the greater Phoenix community.	~April	Up to $200K

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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 19, 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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