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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CFNS: Women's Fund Grant Community Foundation of the North State · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Community Foundation of the North State offers the Women's Fund Grant to support women's initiatives in Redding.	Not published	$1K – $10K
P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education (PCE) PEO Sisterhood AZ State Chapter · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K A need-based grant program providing one-time grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school to support themselves and/or their families.	Not published	Up to $4K
Avon Micro-Grants for K-12 Outreach Programs National Center for Women and Information Technology · Foundation Not published · $200 Support the creation and startup of new K-12 computing outreach programs, especially those designed to broaden participation in computing at minority-serving institutions.	Not published	$200
P.E.O. STAR Scholarship PEO Sisterhood OR State Chapter · Foundation Not published · $3K Non-renewable $2,500 scholarship for graduating women in their final year of high school. Award must be used in the academic year following graduation or it will be forfeited.	Not published	$3K
Capacity Building Support Groundswell Action Fund · Foundation Not published · $400K Capacity-building support for organizations conducting year-round electoral organizing, focused on: Groundswell Action Fund stands in the gap for organizations by providing robust infrastructure support to build their capacity.	Not published	$400K
Marisla Fdn: Human Services Grant The Marisla Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marisla Foundation, established in 1986, offers a Human Services Grant aimed at supporting women in crisis in Orange County and Los Angeles, California.	Not published	Varies
USDA NIFA - Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (Field School) Appalachian Resource Conservation & Development Council · Foundation Not published · $408K – $50M Field School is a beginning farmer training program that trains up-and-coming farmers on both agricultural operations and the business and legal aspects of running a farm business.	Not published	$408K – $50M
Abbott Nutrition Award in Women’s Health Grant Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Abbott Nutrition Award in Women’s Health, presented by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation, recognizes dietitians who significantly contribute to women's health through nutrition.	Not published	$2K
Career Development Grants American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $20K The Career Development Grants, offered by the American Association of University Women (AAUW), support women with bachelor's degrees seeking to advance or change careers, particularly in high-growth STEM fields.	Not published	$2K – $20K
Women Helping Women Award Soroptimist International of Anacortes · Foundation Not published · Varies Unique to Soroptimist International of Anacortes. Recognizes women working to overcome extreme social and economic problems.	Not published	Varies
Phyllis G. Meekins Scholarship Grant The LPGA Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K Easily learn more about the Phyllis G. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 02 Feb 2027. The LPGA Foundation supports women and young people through programs and initiatives aimed at empowering them through the game of golf.	Not published	$5K
CFOV: Women's Giving Circle Grant Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Women’s Giving Circle, part of the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley, offers grants to enhance the lives of women and girls in specific counties in West Virginia and Ohio.	Not published	Up to $10K
Women United Grants United Way of Greater Charlottesville · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K Women United is a philanthropic committee of United Way that supports local women and children through collective giving of membership.	Not published	Up to $60K
Women's Giving Circle Grants Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County Inc · Foundation Not published · $16K – $26K Annual competitive grant program funded by membership dues and donations from the Women's Giving Circle, a philanthropic group of women of all ages, means, and backgrounds.	Not published	$16K – $26K
Scaling and Assessing Developmental Education Reform - Women Employed Grant Illinois Community College Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Scaling and Assessing Developmental Education Reform grant, funded by the Illinois Community College Board, aims to enhance equitable, evidence-based developmental education initiatives.	Not published	Up to $75K
Educational Loan Fund PEO Sisterhood CA State Chapter · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Dr. Patricia Allynson Winter Fund Grant Daniel E Stuntz Memorial Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $6K The Dr. Patricia Allynson Winter Fund supports female graduate students in mycology pursuing teaching careers, reflecting the late Dr. Winter's priorities.	Not published	$1K – $6K
Digital Media Institute at InterTech Student Scholarships and Tuition Assistance Biomedical Research Foundation of Northwest Louisiana · Foundation Not published · $25K Best Buy Foundation's primary mission: Give teens access to technology opportunities that help them excel in school and develop 21st century skills for future careers	Not published	$25K
Action for Women's Health Lever for Change · Foundation Not published · $250M This is a $250 million global open call designed to support organizations working to improve women's mental and physical health around the world.	Not published	$250M
500 Festival Princess Program Scholarship 500 Festival Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The 500 Festival Princess Program is a leadership development program for college-aged women who serve as ambassadors for the 500 Festival, their hometowns, their colleges/universities, and the Indianapolis 500.	Not published	$1K
AWG Chrysalis Scholarship Grant Association for Women Geoscientists · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The AWG Chrysalis Scholarship supports women geoscience graduate students whose education has faced significant interruptions due to life circumstances.	Not published	Up to $2K
SWE–OC Graduate Student Scholarship Grant Society of Women Engineers · Foundation Not published · $800 The SWE–OC Graduate Student Scholarship, awarded by the Society of Women Engineers, supports female graduate students pursuing engineering degrees at accredited California universities.	Not published	$800
Women's Breast Health Fund The Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Sarah Bradley Tyson Memorial Fellowship Grant Woman's National Farm and Garden Association, Inc. · Foundation Not published · $4K The Sarah Bradley Tyson Memorial Fellowship, established in 1928, honors Sarah Tyson's commitment to women's agricultural education.	Not published	$4K

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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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