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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American Fellowships - American Short-Term Research Publication Grants American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K The American Fellowships - American Short-Term Research Publication Grants support women in academia by funding the preparation of research manuscripts for publication.	Not published	$8K
Visionary Leadership Fund Grant Valentine Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Visionary Leadership Fund Grant, managed by the Valentine Foundation since 2005, aims to support leadership development for women and aspiring leaders in the Greater Philadelphia area.	Not published	Up to $3K
J. Frances Allen Scholarship Award Grant American Fisheries Society · Foundation Not published · $3K The J. Frances Allen Scholarship Award, established by the American Fisheries Society in 1986, supports female PhD students conducting aquatic research. The awardee receives a $2,500 scholarship with no restrictions on fund usage.	Not published	$3K
WIF: Spark Awards Grant Womens Impact Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K The Women’s Impact Fund has introduced the Spark Awards, offering $5,000 unrestricted grants annually to inspiring women leaders in Mecklenburg County.	Not published	$5K
AAUW State College Centre County Community Action Grant American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · $900 – $11K The AAUW State College Centre County Community Action Grant aims to support non-profit organizations in Centre County, Pennsylvania, that empower women and girls.	Not published	$900 – $11K
Etsy Uplift Fund Grant Brooklyn Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Etsy Uplift Fund, managed by Brooklyn Org, supports nonprofits that eliminate barriers to entrepreneurship for creators.	Not published	Varies
Democracy Commission Program Round 2 FY2023 U.S. Mission to Albania · Federal Forecast · $30K – $50K The U.S. Embassy Tirana announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications under the Democracy Commission Program. Please follow all instructions below.	Forecast	$30K – $50K
WCCF: The Women's Fund Grant Wayne County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women's Fund, an initiative of the Wayne County Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in Wayne County, Ohio, focusing on women's education, economic empowerment, and health.	Not published	Varies
EVS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Grant Eastern Vascular Society · Foundation Not published · $5K The EVS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Grant aims to empower women, LGBTQ+, and underrepresented minorities in medicine by providing funding for leadership development and DEI-focused research in vascular surgery.	Not published	$5K
Nevada Women's Philanthropy: Impact Grant Nevada Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500K The Nevada Women's Philanthropy Impact Grant, established in 2005, supports 501(c)(3) public charities in Southern Nevada that address community needs.	Not published	$500K
Opera Grants for Women Composers: Commissioning Grants Opera America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports the development of new operas by women, advancing the important objective of increasing diversity across the field.	Not published	Varies
The Fund for Homeless Women Grant Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Fund for Homeless Women Grant aims to support programs and services for homeless women on the Monterey Peninsula, with a focus on emergency assistance and innovative housing solutions.	Not published	Up to $50K
The Metrowest Women's Fund Grant Metrowest Women's Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Metrowest Women's Fund Grant aims to empower women and girls from low-income backgrounds in the Metrowest area.	Not published	$5K – $20K
EmpowHer Grants Boundless Futures Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K EmpowHer Grants, offered by the Boundless Futures Foundation, provide essential financial support and resources to female entrepreneurs in the U.S. who are committed to creating social impact through their businesses.	Not published	Up to $50K
Society of Women Engineers: Emerging First Year Scholars Grant Society of Women Engineers · Foundation Not published · $1K – $19K The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) offers the Emerging First-Year Scholars program to provide financial support to women entering their first year of undergraduate studies in Fall 2025.	Not published	$1K – $19K
WW Dissertation Fellowship in Women’s Studies Institute for Citizens and Scholars · Foundation Not published · Varies Citizens & Scholars offers four Fellowships for Graduate Students The Women’s Studies Fellowships are provided to Ph.D. candidates at institutions in the United States who will complete their dissertations during the fellowship year.	Not published	Varies
100 Men of Dane County Grants 100 Men of Dane County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Mission: From Survival to Success to Significance We are driven by a single goal: to do our part in making the world a better place for the families of Dane County.	Not published	Varies
Strengthening Feminist Movements in Asia Grant Program Women's Fund Asia · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Strengthening Feminist Movements in Asia Grant Program, initiated by Women's Fund Asia, aims to bolster the efforts of women, girls, trans, and intersex rights activists across the region.	Not published	Up to $30K
Unique Zan Foundation: Small Grant Unique Zan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Unique Zan Foundation offers small grants to empower women in education and health, focusing on initiatives that promote peace and community leadership, especially in high-conflict regions of West Asia and the Middle East.	Not published	Varies
Park City Community Foundation: Women’s Giving Fund Grant Park City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $90K The PCCF: Women’s Giving Fund Grant supports transformative philanthropy for women and children in Summit County, Utah.	Not published	$90K
ESA Foundation esports Scholarship Entertainment Software Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The ESA Foundation's esports scholarship was introduced for the first time in the 2020-21 academic year to address a significant gap in esports funding.	Not published	Varies
International Postdoctoral Scholars in Cancer Research Fellowship Mary Kay Ash Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Two-year fellowship program offering international postdoctoral researchers the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge cancer research, particularly focusing on cancers affecting women.	Not published	Varies
Edward and Dorothy Livingston Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Edward and Dorothy Livingston Fund, established by The Pittsburgh Foundation, offers scholarships to nursing students in Allegheny County, PA.	Not published	Up to $1K
L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards Grant Mountain Research Initiative · Foundation Not published · Fr.100,000 The 2026 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards will celebrate five exceptional women researchers in Life and Environmental Sciences across various global regions.	Not published	Fr.100,000

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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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