SWE Golden Gate Section (SWE-GGS) Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The SWE Golden Gate…
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.
SWE Hartford Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The SWE Hartford Scholarship aims to empower women in…
SWE Maine Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Maine Section of the Society of Women Engineers…
SWE Philadelphia Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The SWE Philadelphia Scholarships support…
SWE Quad Cities Section Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary The SWE Quad Cities Section Scholarship…
SWE Richmond Section Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The SWE Richmond Section Scholarship, established in…
SWE Rocky Mountain Section College Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The SWE Rocky Mountain…
SWE Sacramento Valley Section Scholarship (Mabel Esteves Memorial Scholarship) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary…
SWE Santa Clara Valley Section Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: Approximately US $15,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The SWE Santa Clara Valley…
SWE Wisconsin Section Scholarship (Martha Maxwell Scholarship Fund) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: November 08, 2025 Summary The SWE…
SWE–OC Endowed Student Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: US $1,250 Last Updated: March 01, 2026 Summary The SWE–OC Endowed Student Scholarship, established…
SWE–OC Graduate Student Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Women Engineers Amount: US $800 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The SWE–OC Graduate Student Scholarship, awarded by…
Sweet Adelines International: Music Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sweet Adelines International Corporation Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Sweet Adelines International: Music…
SWFL Women's Executive Leadership Program Overview: A professional development program for women executives and leaders in Southwest Florida. Geographic Scope: Southwest Florida Eligibility: - Women…
Sylvia L. Hackett Award Overview: Annual award designated for a Scholar in the ninth, tenth, or eleventh grade who has exhibited superior scholarship with contributions to school, community service…
T.E.A.L. Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tell Every Amazing Lady About Ovarian Cancer Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The T.E.A.L. Research Grant…
Targum Shlishi Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Targum Shlishi Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The Targum Shlishi Grant supports innovative projects that promote positive change within the Jewish…
Taylor Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Taylor Foundation Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The Taylor Foundation, established in 2012, is committed to supporting 501(c)(3) nonprofit…
TCFNF: Women’s Giving Alliance Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation For Northeast Florida Inc Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The TCFNF: Women’s Giving Alliance Grant…
Teamsters Joint Council 25 Women's Committee Scholarship Funder: Teamsters Joint Council 25 Women's Committee Geographic Scope: Chicago, Illinois and Northwest Indiana (Teamsters Joint Council 25…
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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