Grants for Women

Last updated August 19, 2026

There are currently 1,603 active grants for women in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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Grant Deadline Amount
Women Helping Women Fund Tri-Cities - Annual Grant Program
March 13, 2027
$3K – $25K
Phoenix Panhellenic Association Centennial Scholarship
March 15, 2027
$1K
Mary Louise Roller Scholarship
March 15, 2027
$1K
Carole Jurenko Jones Scholarship
March 15, 2027
$1K
Texas Rural Electric Women's Association (TREWA) Scholarship
March 15, 2027
$2K
Sigma Kappa Courage and Conviction Scholarship
March 15, 2027
$1K
Alpha Phi/Betty Mullins Jones Scholarship
March 15, 2027
$1K
Elizabeth Ahlemeyer Quick/Gamma Phi Beta Scholarship
March 15, 2027
$2K
LDEI Woman of Purpose Award
March 17, 2027
$10K
Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award
March 20, 2027
$1K – $5K
Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award (YWLA)
March 20, 2027
$1K
Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award
March 22, 2027
$2K – $5K
The Pattis Family Foundation Summer Leadership Program
March 31, 2027
$3K
Sisterhood For Good Grant Program
March 31, 2027
Varies
BJWC Community Grants
April 1, 2027
Varies
Edilith Eckart & Jene McCovey Memorial Peace Scholarship
April 1, 2027
$150 – $500
P.E.O. STAR Scholarship
April 30, 2027
$3K
Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship
May 17, 2027
$3K
Adrienne Shelly Foundation Production Grant - AFI Directing Workshop for Women
May 29, 2027
Varies
Adrienne Shelly Award for Best Female Director - Columbia University
May 29, 2027
Varies
Adrienne Shelly Excellence in Filmmaking Award - Nantucket Film Festival
May 29, 2027
Varies
Adrienne Shelly Foundation Finishing Funds Grant - New York Women in Film & Television
May 29, 2027
Varies
Adrienne Shelly Screenwriting Fellowship - Tribeca Film Institute
May 29, 2027
Varies
Woman's Club of St. Matthews High School Scholarship
May 31, 2027
$3K

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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

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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