Grants for Women

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,602 active grants for women in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Gifting Programs: The Uplift Gift Grant The Deena Jo Heide-Diesslin Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $55K The Deena Jo Heide-Diesslin Foundation, honoring its namesake, supports transformative projects for women and girls through its Uplift Gift program.	Not published	Up to $55K
Utah Chapter Student Research Scholarship Grant Association for Women Geoscientists · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The AWG Utah Chapter Student Research Award offers scholarships up to $500 for graduate and undergraduate students presenting geoscience research at professional meetings.	Not published	Up to $500
Greenville Women Giving Grants Community Foundation of Greenville Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K Greenville Women Giving (GWG) is a philanthropic organization in Greenville County, SC, focused on funding impactful community projects.	Not published	$50K – $100K
U-M Alumnae Club (University of Michigan) Scholarships Grant Grand Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Generally the Community Foundation's scholarships are awarded to applicants who have high financial need.	Not published	Varies
Elsie H. Hillman Foundation Grant Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elsie H. Hillman Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in southwestern Pennsylvania by focusing on community empowerment and support for underrepresented groups.	Not published	Varies
Clare Jean Siegel Memorial Scholarship Bailey's Cafe Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Bailey's Cafe is the fiscal sponsor for the Clare Jean Siegel Memorial Scholarship, established in memory of Clare Jean Siegel, the younger sister of Bailey's founder and executive director, Stefanie Siegel.	Not published	Varies
Kode With Klossy Flagship Summer Camps Scholarship Kode with Klossy Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Kode With Klossy's flagship program provides free two-week coding bootcamps for young women, gender nonconforming, and trans scholars ages 13-18. Scholars learn computer science concepts and skills through immersive, project-based learning.	Not published	Varies
Women's Philanthropy Institute (Mary M. Jalonick Women's Philanthropy Institute) The Dallas Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Mary M. Jalonick Women's Philanthropy Institute (WPI) is a program established by The Dallas Foundation to educate, inspire, and empower women donors to become confident and engaged philanthropists.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Good Jobs Challenge Program - OMA Award to AOMC Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers Coalition · Foundation Not published · Up to $930K Strengthening workforce partnerships that lead to good-paying jobs by recruiting and upskilling manufacturing workers across Ohio. Designed to allow employers to build a workforce trained to their specific needs.	Not published	Up to $930K
Blissful Retreat & Rescue - Baker Family Scholarship Grant Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Blissful Retreat & Rescue - Baker Family Scholarship, offered by the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation, aims to support female students pursuing education beyond high school.	Not published	Up to $1K
Women's Mini Grant Application Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Women's Mini Grant Application supports county Farm Bureaus in Kentucky by offering grants up to $500 for educational programs aimed at enhancing agricultural literacy among children and adults.	Not published	Up to $500
The Nature Awards Inspiring Women in Science: Scientific Achievement Grant Springer Nature Limited · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Nature Awards for Inspiring Women in Science celebrate outstanding contributions by women in STEM fields.	Not published	Up to $50K
Professional Pipeline for Advancement Veteran Womens Enterprise Center · Foundation Not published · Varies A program designed to match unemployed and underemployed women veterans with small businesses positioned for growth and expansion, providing leadership development and advanced training.	Not published	Varies
Reproductive Health and Family Planning Grants: Women’s Health Block Grant – City-based Clinics Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Foundation Not published · $225K The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is granting funds to establish and maintain two city-based clinics for family planning services in Milwaukee, Racine, or Kenosha.	Not published	$225K
Diversity and Inclusiveness Grant Program American Philosophical Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Diversity and Inclusiveness Grant Program by the American Philosophical Association aims to enhance the participation of underrepresented groups in philosophy.	Not published	Up to $20K
Leadership Development Grants for Young Women (ages 18-30) Presbyterian Women In The Presbyterian Church Usa Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Leadership Development Grants for Young Women, offered by Presbyterian Women, empower women aged 18-30 to enhance their leadership skills through participation in educational events.	Not published	Up to $2K
WAAW Foundation Scholarship Grant WAAW Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The WAAW Foundation Scholarship supports female college students in Africa who are pursuing STEM-related degrees.	Not published	$500
Women of Vision Grants Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program listed in foundation's offerings for women-focused initiatives.	Not published	Varies
International Project Grants American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The AAUW International Project Grants support women who have completed AAUW International Fellowships and are committed to improving the lives of women and girls in their home countries.	Not published	Up to $15K
Ruth Olesen Kelley Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The Ruth Olesen Kelley Scholarship, managed by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, awards a $2,000 scholarship to a graduating high school senior or undergraduate student from Springfield.	Not published	$2K
Women's Giving Circle Aurora Women and Girls Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A welcoming and diverse group of women—moms, professionals, activists, and everyday changemakers—who pool resources collectively to fund local organizations supporting women and girls in Greater Hartford.	Not published	Varies
Bonnie Sorenson Scudder Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Northern Illinois · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bonnie Sorenson Scudder Scholarship aims to support female students aspiring to become teachers, particularly those passionate about women's physical education.	Not published	Varies
Women's Fund of the Blue Ridge Grant Womens Fund of the Blue Ridge Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Since our establishment, the Women's Fund has donated over $2.1 million to local nonprofits as part of our ongoing commitment to the annual grants cycle.	Not published	Varies
AWG Maria Luisa Crawford Field Camp Scholarship Grant Association for Women Geoscientists · Foundation Not published · $750 The AWG Maria Luisa Crawford Field Camp Scholarship supports young women pursuing geoscience careers by offering two annual scholarships of $750.	Not published	$750

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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 19, 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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