Grants for Women

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,602 active grants for women in its free grants database, drawn from federal and 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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NJWLA Grant Program New Jersey Women Lawyers Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $30K Fund programs that research, develop, and/or implement solutions, strategies, and initiatives to advance women in the legal profession.	Not published	$30K
Merit-Based Graduate Fellowships Grant Delta Gamma Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delta Gamma Foundation fosters lifetime enrichment for members, promotes Service for Sight and partners with the Fraternity to ensure the future of our sisterhood.	Not published	Varies
Resilience Fund for Women in Global Value Chains Women Win Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10M	Not published	Up to $10M
Northwood Woman’s Club Grant Northwood Woman's Club · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Northwood Woman’s Club Grant aims to empower non-profit organizations dedicated to supporting women and children in Dallas and Collin Counties.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Women United in Philanthropy Grant Womens Foundation of New Jersey a NJ Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies Women United in Philanthropy (WUIP) is New Jersey’s first women’s giving circle. Since 2004, we have awarded $1,220,000 in grant funds to programs that address chronic problems impacting women and families in Bergen County, NJ.	Not published	Varies
Women United Grant United Way of Lancaster County · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Women United Grant aims to enhance the education, economic mobility, and health of women in Lancaster County.	Not published	$10K – $20K
Power of the Purse in Berks County Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Power of the Purse in Berks County Fund (a women's giving circle at Berks County Community Foundation, est.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Anne Arundel Women Giving Together Grants Community Foundation of Anne Arundel CO · Foundation Not published · Varies The Anne Arundel Women Giving Together Grants support nonprofits dedicated to enhancing the lives of women and families in Anne Arundel County.	Not published	Varies
Joseph F. Mulach, Jr. and Louisa A. Mulach Scholarship Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joseph F. Mulach, Jr. and Louisa A. Mulach Scholarship Fund, established by the Pittsburgh Foundation, supports students pursuing degrees in biological sciences, chemistry, mathematics, physics, or genetic research.	Not published	Varies
AAUW American Fellowship American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies AAUW American Fellowships support women scholars completing doctoral dissertations, conducting postdoctoral research, or preparing research for publication (American Doctoral Fellowship, American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship…	Not published	Varies
Women's Resource Center Opportunity Scholarship Early Childhood Council of La Plata County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides funding for training or college courses that would benefit career advancement in early childhood education.	Not published	Varies
Thai Medical Women's Association Scholarship Program for Rural Female Medical Students Tpaa Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship program for rural female medical students, referenced in 2023 as an active program.	Not published	Varies
Fashion Impact Fund PVBLIC Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fashion Impact Fund is a program of PVBLIC Foundation dedicated to supporting fashion skills training programs led by women for women to achieve education, employment, and economic inclusion.	Not published	Varies
RISE Women of Elk Grove Scholarship Grant Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The RISE Women of Elk Grove Scholarship, offered by the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation, aims to support female students pursuing higher education.	Not published	$1K
Women’s 5K Classic Grants Women's 5K Classic · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women’s 5K Classic Grants fund initiatives that educate and support women in preventing Breast and Gynecologic cancers while promoting fitness.	Not published	Varies
Lipedema Foundation: Proof of Concept Award Grant Daftuar Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The Lipedema Foundation's Proof of Concept Award supports innovative research to advance understanding and treatment of Lipedema, a condition particularly affecting women.	Not published	Up to $125K
Texas Solar Energy Internship Program (SEIP) Texas Solar Energy Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A statewide internship program designed to facilitate pathways to jobs and opportunities in solar energy for female students and students of color.	Not published	Varies
2022 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund-Italy U.S. Mission to Italy · Federal Forecast · Varies AEIF 2022 should submit proposals to italyalumni@state.gov by January 30, 2022.	Forecast	Varies
New York Grace Legendre Endowment Fund Inc. (GLEF): Fellowships Grant New York Grace LeGendre Endowment Fund, Inc. · Foundation Not published · $2K The New York Grace LeGendre Endowment Fund Inc. (GLEF) has been supporting women in graduate studies since 1989, awarding over $205,000 in fellowships to 175 women across diverse fields.	Not published	$2K
Leeway x NextFab Art & Technology Residency Grant Leeway Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Leeway x NextFab Art & Technology Residency supports women and trans artists by providing a unique opportunity to create art for social change.	Not published	Up to $3K
Jill Campbell Fearless Leader Award Women in Cable Telecommunications Group · Foundation Not published · Varies Award recognizing fearless leadership within The WICT Network community.	Not published	Varies
Theodore Edson Parker Foundation Grant Theodore Edson Parker Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $50K The Theodore Edson Parker Foundation Grant supports a variety of community needs in Lowell, MA, focusing on children, disadvantaged young women, and the elderly.	Not published	$15K – $50K
BHW Women in STEM Academic Scholarship Grant The BHW Group · Foundation Not published · $3K The BHW Women in STEM Academic Scholarship is a new initiative by The BHW Group, aimed at supporting women pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.	Not published	$3K
American Fellowships- American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship Grant American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship, offered by the American Association of University Women (AAUW), promotes gender equity in academia by providing $50,000 for women pursuing independent research.	Not published	Up to $50K

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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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