Monticello College Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Monticello College Foundation Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Monticello College Foundation Grant supports projects that promote…
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.
Mood and Psychosis Symptoms during the Menopause Transition (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to advance translational research to better…
Moonlight Mile Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $1,200 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Moonlight Mile Fund Grant supports…
Overview About Moore Women – A Giving Circle Moore Women – A Giving Circle is a program of the North Carolina Community Foundation. The Giving Circle leverages the power of collective giving through…
Overview **Our Mission ** To connect caring people with causes that build stronger communities within the Emporia area which includes Chase, Coffey, Greenwood, Lyon, Morris, Osage and Wabaunsee…
Morgan Wilkie Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Emporia Community Foundation Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Morgan Wilkie Fund, part of the Emporia Community Foundation, supports the care…
Morrison Rogosa Travel Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society for Microbiology Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Morrison Rogosa Travel Award supports women…
Motorola Solutions Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Motorola Solutions Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Motorola Solutions Foundation Grant…
Mount Rest Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Tennessee Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary The Mount Rest Fund Grant, established by the East Tennessee…
MultiPlan Rural Health Outreach Grant Funder: MultiPlan, Inc. Amount: $7,500 Focus Area: Rural health outreach and mobile healthcare services Geographic Scope: Rural communities; Horry County, South…
Mystery of the Blue Rose Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coastal Bend Community Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $16,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Mystery of the Blue Rose…
NA'AMAT Education Scholarships Organization: NA'AMAT USA / NA'AMAT Israel Geographic Scope: Israel Focus Areas: Higher education support for female students in Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D.…
Overview About The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) is the only nonprofit 501c(3) organization whose mission is solely focused on the issues and needs of the medically…
Nancy Armbrust Impact Award Geographic Scope: Brown, Kewaunee, and Oconto counties, Wisconsin Program Description: An annual award created by Schreiber Foods in 2018 to honor Nancy Armbrust, a…
Nancy Malone Marketing & Promotion Grant Purpose: Provides resources to help an emerging woman director get her film recognized and ready for distribution. Focus Areas: - Marketing and promotion…
Overview Mission At the Nasdaq Foundation, our mission is to: * Reimagine investor engagement to equip under-represented communities with the financial knowledge and tools to share in the wealth…
Dr. Natasha Stevens Microgrant for Girl Rising Student Ambassadors Overview: In honor of Dr. Natasha Stevens, Girl Rising provides annual microgrants to students and student groups working to raise…
National Council of Jewish Women Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $40,000 Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary Overview Community…
National Education Foundation (Z-NEF) Scholarships Funder: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - National Education Foundation Organization Status: 501(c)(3) charitable and educational organization Purpose:…
National Girls and Women in Sports (NAGWS) Legacy Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society Of Health And Physical Educators Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: August 13, 2025 Summary The National…
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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