Sigma Xi · Rolling / Open Foundation
Linda H. Mantel Next Generation Women’s Leadership Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sigma Xi Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The Linda H. Mantel Next Generation Women’s…
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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OBA EDUCATION FOUNDATION · February 26, 2027 · Annual Foundation
Linda W. Navarro Trailblazer Award Overview: Named in honor of Linda W. Navarro, who dedicated nearly 28 years to the Oregon Bankers Association and served as President and CEO for almost two decades…
GALLATIN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION DBA · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation
Link Up Business Accelerator for Women Overview: A three-month intensive training program for women entrepreneurs designed for community building, business education, and group accountability.…
Up to US $250,000
DAFTUAR FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lipedema Foundation: Collaborative Research Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lipedema Foundation Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last Updated: April 10, 2025 Summary The Lipedema Foundation's…
Up to US $100,000
DAFTUAR FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lipedema Foundation: Mentored Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lipedema Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: April 10, 2025 Summary The Lipedema Foundation's Mentored Award supports…
Up to US $125,000
DAFTUAR FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lipedema Foundation: Proof of Concept Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lipedema Foundation Amount: Up to US $125,000 Last Updated: April 10, 2025 Summary The Lipedema Foundation's Proof of Concept…
WISCONSIN WOMEN'S HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation
Lisa A. Cudahy Community Health Grant Funder: Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation (WWHF) Purpose: Through the Lisa A. Cudahy Community Health Grants, WWHF strives to promote and assist nonprofit…
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lisa S. Krivickas Clinician/Scholar Travel Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American College Of Sports Medicine Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Lisa S.…
SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lisa Walder Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Lisa Walder Scholarship Fund, managed by the San Antonio Area…
ESCO TECHNOLOGIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Liu Fang Memorial Scholarship Fund Purpose: Provides scholarships to women pursuing college or university degrees in physics, engineering, or mathematics. Background: Established to honor the memory…
$250 - $3,500
Soroptimist Kansas City Foundation · November 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Live Your Dream Award Overview: A signature program of Soroptimist International of the Americas that provides grants to head-of-household women pursuing educational or career training opportunities.…
Varies
SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF ANACORTES · November 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Live Your Dream Award Overview: Provides cash grants to women who are working to better their lives through additional schooling and skills training. Eligibility: - Woman must be the primary…
$1,000 - $4,000
Soroptimist International of Sequim Club 111124 · November 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Live Your Dream Award: Education and Training for Women Funder: Soroptimist International of Sequim Club 111124 (WA, US) Geographic Scope: Primary focus on women in the community; applications…
Up to US $10,000
Soroptimist International Of The Americas Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
Live Your Dream Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Soroptimist International Of The Americas Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The Live Your Dream Awards,…
US $500 - US $1,000
American Alpine Club · Rolling / Open Foundation
Live Your Dream Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Alpine Club Amount: US $500 - US $1,000 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The Live Your Dream Grant, supported by The North Face, empowers…
KICKS FOR A CURE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Liz Karnes Memorial Scholarship Award Funder: Kicks for a Cure Inc (Omaha, NE) Overview: This scholarship honors the late Liz Karnes by recognizing female student-athletes who embrace life with the…
$5,000 - $15,000
UNITED STATES HISPANIC CHAMBER OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Local Chamber Grant Program Funder: United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) in partnership with Wells Fargo Overview: The USHCC has partnered with Wells Fargo to provide substantial…
EXECUTIVE WOMEN OF THE PALM BEACHES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Lois C. Kwasman Program for Community Impact Purpose: Provide support for programs that assist girls and young women who need help to develop life skills to gain self-confidence, become resourceful…
SCRANTON AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Lois Marks Hausman Memorial Fund Purpose: Support female first-generation college students Geographic Scope: Scranton, Pennsylvania Eligibility: - Female graduating senior from Scranton High School -…
HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lois Mitsuyo Tyler Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: March 01, 2026 Summary The Lois Mitsuyo Tyler Scholarship Fund, administered by the Hawai'i…
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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