Grants for Women

Last updated October 20, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,602 active grants for women in its free grants database, drawn from federal and 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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Coronavirus Support Fund New Hampshire Women's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the New Hampshire Women's Foundation allocated almost half of its regular grants budget to a Coronavirus Support Fund, specifically designated to support organizations with a mission to serve New…	Not published	Varies
Chicken & Egg Award Chicken & Egg Films Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Women & Girls of Color Fund: Front Range focus Grant The Women's Foundation of Colorado Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Women & Girls of Color Fund focuses on empowering women and girls of color in Colorado through targeted investments in their leadership and economic security.	Not published	$10K – $20K
Andrea Wagner Women in Science Scholarship Fund Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andrea Wagner Women in Science Scholarship Fund, established by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, offers financial support to female students in the region pursuing degrees in math, chemistry, physics, engineering, or biology.	Not published	Varies
Impact 100 Houston Grant Program Impact100 Houston Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Impact100 Houston Grant Program empowers women to become philanthropists by providing transformative grants of at least $100,000 to nonprofit organizations across five focus areas: Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, Family, and…	Not published	$100K
The Hadassah Foundation: Core Grants The Hadassah Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $80K The Hadassah Foundation supports organizations enhancing the leadership roles of women and girls in the U.S. Jewish community. Grants of $80,000 are distributed over three years, focusing on program-based or unrestricted support.	Not published	Up to $80K
Fund for Women and Girls Princeton Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Link Up Business Accelerator for Women Gallatin Development Corporation DBA Prospera · Foundation Not published · Varies A three-month intensive training program for women entrepreneurs designed for community building, business education, and group accountability. Facilitated by Karen Lum of K. Lum Consulting.	Not published	Varies
Northwest Community Bank Foundation Grant Northwest Community Bank Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Northwest Community Bank Foundation supports non-profits that enhance community life through grants focused on education, housing, basic human services, and community impact.	Not published	Up to $25K
The Women in Conservation Science Scholarship Grant Parks and Wildlife Foundation of Texas · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Women in Conservation Science Scholarship supports female undergraduate and graduate students in Texas pursuing careers in conservation-related fields.	Not published	Up to $4K
Nike Community Impact Fund - Netherlands Grant Nike Foundation · Foundation Not published · €5,000 - €20,000 The Nike Community Impact Fund in the Netherlands aims to empower local organizations in Amsterdam, Amersfoort, Hilversum, and Utrecht by providing grants to initiatives that promote physical activity among underserved communities.	Not published	€5,000 - €20,000
Erie Women's Fund Grant Erie Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Erie Women's Fund Grant aims to empower women and families in Erie County by providing financial support to local nonprofits. Since its inception in 2007, the fund has awarded over $1.1 million to organizations that share its mission.	Not published	Up to $100K
Alexandra Hallock Capacity Building Grant for Small Nonprofits Cause Strategy Partners · Foundation Not published · $20K The Alexandra Hallock Capacity Building Grant for Small Nonprofits, established in 2024, honors the legacy of Alexandra Hallock by supporting small nonprofits focused on human rights, women's empowerment, and LGBTQ+ causes.	Not published	$20K
BFB Foundation Women's Scholarships - High School Program BFB Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Eliminate educational expense barriers for indigenous Guatemalan girls to complete high school education by providing funding to four Bethlehemite high schools in the highlands of Guatemala	Not published	Varies
U.S. Embassy Cotonou PDS Request for Statements of Interest U.S. Mission to Benin · Federal Forecast · $5K – $20K The U.S. Mission to Benin supports the country’s efforts to enhance cooperation and promote economic growth in partnership with the United States.	Forecast	$5K – $20K
Women's Economic Security Act (WESA) Grant Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services Inc · Foundation Not published · $140K	Not published	$140K
Community Assistance Grants The Junior League of Houston Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Junior League provides financial support to organizations in the greater Houston community that do not currently receive volunteer support from the League. The Junior League of Houston, Inc.	Not published	Varies
Connie Grasso Award Young Women's Christian Association of Newburyport · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognizes individuals who, through their professional or volunteer lives, have positively impacted their community by supporting women's health issues.	Not published	Varies
The CWEF Scholarship Grant Colorado Women's Education Foundation (CWEF) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Colorado Women’s Education Foundation invests in women who are transforming their lives through education - for themselves, their families, and their communities.	Not published	Varies
Pink Aid Organizational Grants Pink Aid Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Undergraduate Marine Research Internship Grant Women Divers Hall of Fame · Foundation Not published · $2K The Undergraduate Marine Research Internship, offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame, provides a $1,000 scholarship to female undergraduate students participating in marine biology internships.	Not published	$2K
A Fund for Women Grant Madison Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The A Fund for Women Grant, offered by the Madison Community Foundation, aims to empower women and girls in Dane County by supporting projects focused on economic empowerment and education.	Not published	Varies
Soroptimist International of Elk Grove Dream Scholarship Grant Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Soroptimist International of Elk Grove Dream Scholarship supports female students from the Elk Grove Unified School District, aiding their pursuit of higher education at 4-year universities, community colleges, or vocational schools.	Not published	$2K
Ashley Marie Abraham Scholarship Women's Fund for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K Post-secondary education assistance for high school graduates	Not published	$2K

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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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