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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AAUW American Dissertation Fellowship Grant American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K The AAUW American Dissertation Fellowship supports women scholars in their final year of dissertation writing, providing a stipend of $25,000 to help offset expenses.	Not published	$25K
CFAAC: Women and Girls Fund Grant Community Foundation of Anne Arundel CO · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Women and Girls Fund, established by the Klompus Family Foundation and managed by the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County, aims to empower women and girls facing obstacles like poverty and domestic violence.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Rosalind Franklin Young Investigator Award Grant The Gruber Foundation/The Genetics Society of America · Foundation Not published · $75K The Rosalind Franklin Young Investigator Award, funded by The Gruber Foundation and administered by the Genetics Society of America, honors women in the early stages of their independent faculty careers in genetics.	Not published	$75K
L.I.T.T.Y. Book & Writers Club The College and Community Fellowship Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A transformative writing program designed to help women find their voice, share their personal stories, and develop the skills to become published authors.	Not published	Varies
Girl Rising Global Education Fund (GRGEF) Girl Rising · Foundation Not published · Varies A venture philanthropy fund supporting local partner organizations working on girls' education and gender equity.	Not published	Varies
IMPACT the Palm Beaches Grants Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Impact the Palm Beaches is a philanthropic organization where women collectively award grants to nonprofits in Central and Northern Palm Beach County to ignite transformational change in our community.	Not published	Varies
Urban Rural Women’s Substance Use Treatment Services Grant Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Foundation Not published · $365K The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is offering funding for programs that provide substance use treatment specifically for women.	Not published	$365K
Dayton Catholic Women's Club Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Dayton Catholic Women's Club Scholarship, established in 2010, supports female high school graduates of the Roman Catholic faith in their pursuit of higher education.	Not published	$1K
Women's Fund of the Eastern Shore Grant Community Foundation of the Eastern Shor · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Women’s Fund of the Eastern Shore empowers local women and girls through collective philanthropy, addressing crucial needs such as job readiness and crisis support.	Not published	Up to $5K
NCAA Ethnic Minority and Women’s Enhancement Graduate Scholarship Grant National Collegiate Athletic Association · Foundation Not published · $10K The NCAA Ethnic Minority and Women’s Enhancement Graduate Scholarship offers $10,000 each to 26 deserving ethnic minority and female graduates pursuing graduate programs in sports administration or related fields.	Not published	$10K
Red de Mujeres en Conservación de Latinoamérica y el Caribe (MeC LAC Network) Grant Planet Women · Foundation Not published · $15K Grant supporting the Network of Women in Conservation in Latin America and the Caribbean to advance women's leadership in biodiversity conservation.	Not published	$15K
Woman’s Club of Nashville Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Woman’s Club of Nashville Scholarship Endowment Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, empowers young women in Davidson County to pursue higher education.	Not published	Varies
The Saturday Club’s Grant Fund Program The Saturday Club · Foundation Not published · Varies The Saturday Club’s Grant Fund Program supports local charitable organizations that enhance the lives of women, children, and families in Greater Philadelphia.	Not published	Varies
Women's Giving Circle Grant Yampa Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Women's Giving Circle Grant aims to provide urgent financial assistance up to $3,000 for individuals and families in the Yampa Valley facing crises.	Not published	Up to $3K
The Applied Materials Momentum Fund - Emergency Financial Assistance Grant The Applied Materials Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $595 The Applied Materials Momentum Fund offers emergency financial assistance to students facing unexpected financial obstacles while pursuing degrees in engineering.	Not published	Up to $595
WMU Department of Chemistry: Dr. Susan Burns Scholarship Grant Western Michigan University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dr. Susan Burns Scholarship at Western Michigan University honors the legacy of Dr. Susan Burns, a dedicated faculty member who made significant contributions to chemistry research.	Not published	Varies
Liz Karnes Memorial Scholarship Award Kicks for a Cure Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K This scholarship honors the late Liz Karnes by recognizing female student-athletes who embrace life with the same spirit Liz displayed.	Not published	$1K
IWCF Pool-Fund Grant Idaho Womens Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K – $35K The IWCF Pool-Fund Grant, established by the Idaho Women’s Charitable Foundation, focuses on empowering women through collaborative philanthropy.	Not published	$20K – $35K
Ruth Scholarship Grant McPherson County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $750 The Ruth Scholarship, established by the McPherson County Community Foundation, honors the legacy of Central Kansas women who valued education, family, and community.	Not published	$750
TCFNF: Women’s Giving Alliance Grant Program The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The TCFNF: Women’s Giving Alliance Grant Program focuses on addressing violence against women and girls through initiatives aimed at prevention, survival, and empowerment.	Not published	Varies
Mount Rest Fund Grant East Tennessee Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Mount Rest Fund Grant, established by the East Tennessee Foundation, continues a legacy of support for women and children in Knox County. Founded in 2004, it honors the historical commitment of the Mount Rest Home, which began in 1894.	Not published	Up to $20K
Diane M. Bauer-Wilkinson Woman in Business & Insurance Scholarship M3 Insurance Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K To carry on the positive impact Diane Bauer-Wilkinson made throughout her career by assisting women in their pursuit of secondary education.	Not published	$1K
Carol Cutler Scholarship Award Les Dames Descoffier of Washington DC · Foundation Not published · Varies Les Dames d'Escoffier Washington, D.C. Regional Chapter	Not published	Varies
CANVAS Be The Good Fund Grant Canvas, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The CANVAS Be The Good Fund Grant is an employee-driven initiative by Canvas, Inc. aimed at supporting impactful programs focused on women, children, veterans, and 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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