VENN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Social Business Match Program (SBMP) Overview: A Program-Related Investment (PRI) initiative designed to help social businesses access seed capital for growth. Geographic Scope: - Minnesota, North…
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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Biophysical Society · Rolling / Open Foundation
Society Awards: Margaret Oakley Dayhoff Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Biophysical Society Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The Society Awards: Margaret Oakley Dayhoff Award…
Approximately US $6,000
HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Society of Women Engineers (SWE HI) Scholarship Fund in Honor of Mae Nakatani Nishioka Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Amount: Approximately US $6,000 Last Updated: November…
US $250 - US $5,000
Society of Women Engineers · Rolling / Open Foundation
Society of Women Engineers (SWE): Program Development Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: US $250 - US $5,000 Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The Society of Women…
US $1,000 - US $19,000
Society of Women Engineers · Rolling / Open Foundation
Society of Women Engineers: Emerging First Year Scholars Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: US $1,000 - US $19,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The Society of…
US $30,000 - US $40,000
Mama Cash · Rolling / Open Foundation
Solidarity Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mama Cash Amount: US $30,000 - US $40,000 Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary Overview Solidarity Fund Grant Designed by women’s funds for women’s funds.…
Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Sophia Scherman Woman in Politics Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The Sophia Scherman Woman…
Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Soroptimist International of Elk Grove Dream Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The…
Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Soroptimist International of Kansas City Northland Healthcare Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: December 28, 2025…
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THE COLLEGE AND COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Soular Sistas Support Group Organization: College & Community Fellowship (NY, US) Overview A supportive community group for CCF members focused on wellness, personal growth, and empowerment.…
Community Foundation of South Lake County Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Southern Sisterhood Society Scholarship Overview: A new scholarship program supporting South Lake County residents pursuing vocational, technical, or certificate programs. This is one of 12…
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WOMEN'S FUND OF GREATER MILWAUKEE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Special Grants Overview: Special grant opportunities offered by the Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee. Geographic Scope: Greater Milwaukee area, Wisconsin Contact Information: - Women's Fund of…
Over $2 million invested since 2006
ST LOUIS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Spirit of St. Louis Women's Giving Fund Overview: Each year 240 women come together to make a difference in St. Louis through The Spirit of St. Louis Women's Fund (SOS). This collaborative fund grows…
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Womens Sports Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Sports 4 Life Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Women’s Sports Foundation Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Sports 4 Life Grants, co-founded by the Women’s Sports Foundation and ESPN, aim to…
Up to US $25,000
JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER METROWEST NJ · Rolling / Open Foundation
Spring Grant Cycle - Large Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: JWF of New Jersey Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Jewish Women’s Foundation of New Jersey (JWF) aims to…
Up to US $3,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation
Springfield Women’s Club Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Springfield…
Up to $20,000
METROWEST WOMEN'S FUND INC · Closed · Annual Foundation
Spruce Fund Grant Purpose: Provides resources for programs addressing girls and their safety from violence. Target Population: Girls in Metrowest communities Focus Area: Safety from violence, with…
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Virginia Center for the Creative Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation
SSG & AC Edwards Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia Center for the Creative Arts Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: August 05, 2025 Summary The SSG & AC…
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WASHINGTON AREA WOMEN'S FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Stand Together Fund Status: Active, ongoing funding program launched in 2020 Geographic Scope: Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia metropolitan region Mission: Support women, girls, and…
$2,000 - $15,000
WOMEN'S FUND OF GREATER LA CROSSE INC · May 5, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Standard Grant Funder: Women's Fund of Greater La Crosse Inc (WFGL) Geographic Scope: Greater La Crosse, Wisconsin area Purpose: Support local nonprofit programs that elevate women and girls in the…
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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