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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Asian Women Giving Circle Grants Ms Foundation for Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Asian Women Giving Circle Grants support projects led by Asian American women and gender-expansive individuals using arts and culture for social change.	Not published	Up to $8K
Woman of Achievement Award Soroptimist International of Anacortes · Foundation Not published · Varies Granted to a club member who has demonstrated extraordinary service within the club.	Not published	Varies
SCA Sustainability Awards Association for Specialty Coffee · Foundation Not published · Varies The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Sustainability Awards recognize individuals, organizations, and business models demonstrating leadership, innovation, and measurable impact in advancing sustainability across the global specialty…	Not published	Varies
Versafund Grant Program: Catalyst Grant Versacare Inc · Foundation Rolling · $3K – $10K The Versafund Grant Program: Catalyst Grant, offered by Versacare Foundation, provides funding ranging from $2,500 to $10,000.	Rolling	$3K – $10K
Unidas Youth Leadership Program - Teen Philanthropy Grants The Womens Foundation for the State of Arizona · Foundation Not published · $5K Unidas is an award-winning after-school teen program that teaches high school-aged young women and gender-expansive teens about leadership, philanthropy, and social justice.	Not published	$5K
Marilyn Horowitz / PANO Screenwriting Award Pano Network Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K	Not published	$5K
CSweetener HLTH Impact Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies CSweetener is a free mentorship program for women and nonbinary healthcare professionals in director to C-suite roles with 10+ years of experience. The program warmly welcomes intersectional applicants.	Not published	Varies
Resilience Innovation through Scaling Entrepreneurship (RISE) Urban Challenge Grant Global Resilience Partnership · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Resilience Innovation through Scaling Entrepreneurship (RISE) Urban Challenge Grant supports innovative urban solutions that address resilience challenges in informal contexts.	Not published	Up to $50K
NYC Fund for Girls and Young Women New York Women's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The first of its kind in the United States, the NYC Fund for Girls and Young Women pools resources to invest in nonprofit efforts that promote the well-being and leadership of young women as change agents.	Not published	Varies
Edna and Erma Memorial Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Edna and Erma Memorial Scholarship, established by The Dayton Foundation in 2018, supports women from Montgomery County, Ohio, pursuing education degrees.	Not published	Up to $1K
Special Grants Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Special grant opportunities offered by the Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee.	Not published	Varies
Seeding the Movement Fund Peace Development Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Seeding the Movement Fund grants support grassroots organizing led by people from their communities.	Not published	Varies
CJBPG: The Miriam Fund Grant Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: LOIs due on Friday, August 29, 2025, TMF will only accept applications from organizations whose overall mission or specific project proposal primarily focuses on the categories of: Education or Economic Empowerment._ _In the…	Not published	Varies
Agnes E. Vaghi Scholarship Grant National Italian American Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · $4K The Agnes E. Vaghi Scholarship, offered by the National Italian American Foundation, supports outstanding female Italian American undergraduates majoring in Italian, English, literature, or journalism.	Not published	$4K
AAUW Career Development Grant American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies AAUW Career Development Grants support women who hold a bachelor's degree and are pursuing a credential, certificate, or degree to advance/change careers or re-enter the workforce.	Not published	Varies
WiF Mentorship Program Forging Industry Educational and Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A mentorship program focused on women in the forging industry.	Not published	Varies
Women's Fund Warren County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports programs that drive lasting change and improve the lives of women and girls in Warren County.	Not published	Varies
Jefferson International Women's Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Louisville Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Founded in 1984, the Community Foundation of Louisville mobilizes people, networks, and capital to spark meaningful change in and beyond Louisville. Just as our name signifies, here, community comes first.	Not published	$10K
Hamblen and Herrell Education Scholarship The Savannah Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ASPB Women's Young Investigator Travel Award Grant American Society of Plant Biologists · Foundation Not published · $1K The ASPB Women's Young Investigator Travel Award promotes the participation of early-career female investigators at Plant Biology 2026 in Ottawa, Canada, from July 18-22, 2026.	Not published	$1K
Corning Women in Optical Communications Travel Grant OSA Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 2002, the Optica Foundation carries out charitable activities in support of the society’s student and early career communities.	Not published	Varies
Ribbons of Hope Grant Ribbons of Hope Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The Ribbons of Hope Grant, awarded annually by the Ribbons of Hope Foundation since 2012, aims to enhance the lives of women and children through education, health, economic independence, social well-being, and human rights initiatives.	Not published	$100K
Women's Fund of Essex County Grant Essex County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Women’s Fund of Essex County provides grants to non-profit organizations that support at-risk women and girls in Essex County, focusing on gender-specific services.	Not published	Up to $30K
Orchid Giving Circle Community Grant Communities Foundation of Texas Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: A complete application must be submitted through the CFT online grant portal including all properly labeled attachments.	Not published	Varies

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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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