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.

1,672 grants
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THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Portland Foundation Women’s Giving Circle Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Portland Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: May 24, 2025 Summary The Portland Foundation Women’s Giving Circle…

Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Power of the Purse Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Power of the Purse Grant supports organizations that assist women…

THE NORTHERN CINCINNAI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Power of the Purse The Power of the Purse (POP) Fund is a women's giving circle dedicated to strengthening the community by providing grant funds to non-profit organizations serving the…

BERKS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Power of the Purse in Berks County Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Power of the Purse in Berks County Fund provides…

Presbyterian Mission Agency · Rolling / Open State

Presbyterian Mission Agency Thank Offering grants for nonprofits whose project will work with women, children, youth, young adults, persons of diverse races and/or ethnicities and/or persons with…

Presbyterian Women · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to support small new or expanded projects, or small capital improvement projects, that will work with women, children, youth, young adults, persons of diverse races…

AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About ACS The American Chemical Society (ACS) is a non-profit organization founded in 1876 and chartered by the U.S. Congress. ACS is committed to improving all lives through the…

Bridge to Turkiye · May 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Prof. İsmail B. Çelik Memorial Scholarship Overview: Supports women from Türkiye who aspire to pursue undergraduate or graduate studies, internships, or research opportunities in the United States.…

Association for Women Geoscientists · Rolling / Open Foundation

Professional Excellence Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Association for Women Geoscientists Last Updated: April 30, 2025 Summary The Professional Excellence Award recognizes women who have made…

Veteran Womens Enterprise Center · Rolling / Open Foundation

Professional Pipeline for Advancement Overview: A program designed to match unemployed and underemployed women veterans with small businesses positioned for growth and expansion, providing leadership…

PEO Sisterhood CA State Chapter · Rolling / Open Foundation

Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Purpose: Provides need-based grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school…

PEO Sisterhood NM State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Overview: Provides need-based grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school…

PEO Sisterhood NY State Chapter · Rolling / Open Foundation

Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Program Type: Need-based grant for women returning to education Overview: The P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education (PCE) provides need-based grants to women…

PEO Sisterhood OH State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Overview: Provides need-based grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school…

PEO Sisterhood NE State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Purpose: Provides need-based grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school…

PEO Sisterhood GA State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Program Type: Need-based grant for women returning to education Geographic Scope: United States and Canada Maximum Award: $4,000 (one-time grant) Purpose:…

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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