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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Jewish Women's Foundation of New Jersey · Rolling / Open Foundation

JWFNJ: Fall Grant - Impact Grants Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Women's Foundation of New Jersey Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Summary The Jewish Women's Foundation of…

Jewish Women's Foundation of New Jersey · Rolling / Open Foundation

JWFNJ: Spring Grant - Large Grants Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Women's Foundation of New Jersey Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Jewish Women's Foundation of…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ka'iulani Home For Girls Trust Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Ka'iulani Home For Girls Trust Scholarship supports…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kansas Federation of Republican Women Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary Overview Greater Salina Community Foundation…

Karen Colina Wilson Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Karen Colina Wilson Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Karen Colina Wilson Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Karen Colina Wilson Foundation Grant…

INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS · June 30, 2030 · Quarterly Foundation

Karen Lee Richards Advancing Women in Finance Scholarship Status: Active (established March 5, 2026) Award Amount: $80,000 total commitment over five years; up to $4,000 per quarter (July 2025 - June…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Karen Louise Behr Sponsored by P.E.O. Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The Karen Louise Behr…

SAN LUIS COASTAL EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Karla Robles Latina Legacy Fund Overview: Scholarship/fund designed to help first generation college-bound Latina women achieve their educational and career goals. Geographic Scope: San Luis Coastal…

PIERCE KATHARINE C UW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Katharine C. Pierce Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pierce Katharine C Uw Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The Katharine C. Pierce Trust Grant aims to enhance the lives of…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Katherine Rose Davis Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Katherine Rose Davis Scholarship Fund,…

The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kathryn E. and John P. Doyle Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Alaska Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Kathryn E. and John P. Doyle…

US $5,000 - US $50,000
THE KATHRYN B MCQUADE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kathryn McQuade Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kathryn B Mcquade Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary Overview Mission The Foundation was…

NEW HAMPSHIRE ELECTRIC CO-OP FOUNDATION · May 18, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Kathy Anderson Scholarship Funder: New Hampshire Electric Co-op Foundation Award Amount: $2,500 annually Geographic Scope: New Hampshire Electric Co-op service territory Purpose: Created to help…

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kathy’s Kids Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: October 08, 2025 Summary The Kathy’s Kids Scholarship, established in honor of…

Presbyterian Mission Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Katie Cannon Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Presbyterian Mission Agency Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: March 07, 2025 Summary The Katie Cannon Scholarship honors Rev. Dr. Katie…

HALLMARK UNIVERSITY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Kelly Harris Memorial Scholarship Established by: Hallmark University Board of Trustees Award Amount: Up to $20,000 in financial aid Geographic Scope: Hallmark University, San Antonio, Texas Focus…

KENTUCKY FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kentucky Foundation For Women: Artist Enrichment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kentucky Foundation For Women Inc Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The Kentucky Foundation for Women offers the Artist…

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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