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.

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TAHOE TRUCKEE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _TTCF utilizes a simplified and streamlined granting process. Nonprofits need only apply once to a consolidated grant cycle offering at least $300,000 in available grant funds. Grant…

The R.O.S.E. Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

R.O.S.E. Foundation Scholar Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The R.O.S.E. Foundation Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The R.O.S.E. Foundation Scholar Scholarship is designed to support…

ANN ARBOR AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rachael Townsend Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Rachael Townsend Memorial Scholarship, offered by…

RACHEL'S NETWORK INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rachel’s Network Catalyst Award - Personal Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rachels Network Inc Amount: US $15,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Pre-proposal deadline refers to…

ALBUQUERQUE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rae Lee Siporin Scholarship for Women Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Albuquerque Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: June 30, 2025 Summary The Rae Lee Siporin Scholarship for…

US $25,000 - US $75,000
RANCHO SANTA FE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rancho Santa Fe Women's Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rancho Santa Fe Foundation Amount: US $25,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Rancho Santa Fe Women's Fund Grant aims…

$1,000 - $5,000
CHICAGO FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Rapid Response Fund Status: Applications have closed Geographic Scope: Chicagoland area (includes city and collar counties and, in some cases, statewide) Overview: Rapid Response Fund grants support…

Groundswell Action Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rapid Response Funding Funder: Groundswell Action Fund (501(c)(4)) Geographic Scope: Nationwide, United States Focus Areas: - Electoral organizing - Campaign push moments - Unexpected opportunities…

Varies (recent awards: $2,500 - $5,000 per organization)
WOMEN'S FOUNDATION OF MISSISSIPPI · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Rapid Response Grants Funder: Women's Foundation of Mississippi Geographic Scope: Mississippi statewide Purpose: Emergency funding for organizations directly serving vulnerable women and families…

NEW YORK WOMEN IN FILM & TELEVISION INC · July 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Ravenal Foundation Feature Film Grant Amount: $7,500 Purpose: Supports a woman second-time feature film director over 40 years of age in the production of a dramatic feature film. Focus Areas: -…

Coastal Bend Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

RBG – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coastal Bend Community Foundation Last Updated: September 28, 2025 Summary The RBG – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Memorial…

RIPLEY COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

RCCF: Women’s Giving Circle Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ripley County Community Foundation Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The RCCF Women’s Giving Circle Grants support nonprofit organizations…

RICHLAND COUNTY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

RCF Women's Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Richland County Foundation Last Updated: July 23, 2025 Summary The RCF Women's Fund Grant, established by the Richland County Foundation, aims to empower…

SWARTZLANDER R COMMUNITY HS T W · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rebecca Hart Swartzlander Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rebecca Hart Swartzlander Trust Amount: US $3,000 - US $7,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Rebecca Hart Swartzlander Trust…

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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