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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JWFNJ: Spring Grant - Large Grants Cycle Jewish Women's Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Jewish Women's Foundation of New Jersey offers the Spring Grant - Large Grants Cycle, inviting Letters of Intent from 501(c)(3) organizations for projects benefiting women and girls in Northern-Central New Jersey.	Not published	Up to $25K
Selected Professions Fellowship: Focus Professions Group American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Selected Professions Fellowships program was created in 1970 to support women in graduate and professional degree programs in fields where female participation traditionally has been low.	Not published	Varies
CCF: Women’s Giving Circle Grants The Connecticut Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Women’s Giving Circle at Connecticut Community Foundation was formed in 2017 to bring women together to learn about issues affecting women and girls in Greater Waterbury and the Litchfield Hills, to join their dollars, and to make…	Not published	$5K – $15K
Cultivate: Leadership Grant Program Crossroads Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cultivate: Leadership Grant Program empowers women and nonbinary leaders of color in Chicago by enhancing their skills in social, economic, and racial justice.	Not published	Varies
Stand Together Fund Washington Area Women's Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Women, girls, and gender-expansive youth of color in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia areas face disproportionate safety concerns: Round 1 (Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence): $100,000 total awarded to 7 organizations Round 3 (Sexual…	Not published	Varies
Miss Hispanic Seafair Scholarship Latino Community Fund of Washington State · Foundation Not published · Varies Hispanic Seafair started in 1980 with the intention to unite the Latino community and empower young Latinas to become leaders through education, community service and scholarship.	Not published	Varies
Google.org FTC Grant Listed by Colorado Robotics Excelling at Science and Technology Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Sherry Reed Memorial Undergraduate Marine Conservation Scholarship Grant Women Divers Hall of Fame · Foundation Not published · $2K The Sherry Reed Memorial Undergraduate Marine Conservation Scholarship, awarded by the Women Divers Hall of Fame, supports women of any age enrolled in accredited undergraduate programs focused on marine conservation.	Not published	$2K
Women's Community Foundation Grant Central Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Women's Community Foundation Grant, offered by the Central Kansas Community Foundation, invites 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations serving Harvey County to apply for grants up to $3,000 for innovative community projects.	Not published	Up to $3K
Program for Continuing Education (PCE) PEO Sisterhood CA State Chapter · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K Provides need-based grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school to support themselves and/or their families.	Not published	Up to $4K
Georgia Institute of Technology Section Scholarships Grant Society of Women Engineers · Foundation Not published · Varies The Georgia Institute of Technology Section Scholarships offer financial support to members of the Georgia Tech Society of Women Engineers (SWE) with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.	Not published	Varies
Asheville Young Woman Leadership Award Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Asheville Young Woman Leadership Award, established by Dr. Andrea Gravatt, honors exceptional high school junior women in Buncombe County who exhibit remarkable leadership and community involvement.	Not published	$1K
Queen of Hearts Women’s Fund Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _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.	Not published	Varies
Springfield Women’s Club Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Springfield Women’s Club Scholarship Fund, administered by the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts, aims to support women over 19 from Hampden County pursuing two- or four-year degrees.	Not published	Up to $3K
American Association of University Women / Wagy Fund Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $4K The American Association of University Women / Wagy Fund supports initiatives that empower women and girls in Kansas City, Missouri.	Not published	$1K – $4K
Dunkirk Community Funds: Ella & Irene Cunningham Scholarship Grant The Portland Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dunkirk Community Funds: Ella & Irene Cunningham Scholarship, established in 1995, provides financial support to students residing within Dunkirk, IN, particularly those pursuing higher education in business or education.	Not published	Varies
ANNIKA Inspiration Award Annika Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Honors women who are inspiring and making an impact on others, beyond their achievements in competitive golf. Recognizes those who are using their influence, passion, and leadership to inspire others in various fields.	Not published	Varies
Adams-Mastrovich Family Foundation Grant Adams Mastrovich Fam Fdn · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Adams-Mastrovich Family Foundation Grant aims to support charitable organizations in Los Angeles County, California, and South Dakota. Focus areas include education, health, human services, the arts, and religious initiatives.	Not published	$5K – $20K
CalCPA and ABWA Empowerment Grant for Women's Leadership Forum California Certified Public Accountants Edu Fdn · Foundation Not published · $3K The CalCPA Empowerment Grant, in partnership with the Alliance of Black Women Accountants (ABWA), provides financial support for women to attend the Women's Leadership Conference.	Not published	$3K
Ida M. Green Award Southwestern Medical Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
PLTW Gateway - New Program (Phillips 66) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The PLTW Gateway program, supported by Phillips 66, aims to enhance educational equity by providing academic training in STEM fields for middle school students.	Not published	Up to $20K
SWE Santa Clara Valley Section Scholarship Grant Society of Women Engineers · Foundation Not published · $15K The SWE Santa Clara Valley Section Scholarship, offered by the Society of Women Engineers, supports women in California pursuing engineering or computer science degrees at accredited institutions.	Not published	$15K
WKCF: Women of Purpose Grant Western Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The WKCF: Women of Purpose Grant aims to empower organizations addressing crucial issues affecting women in Western Kansas.	Not published	Varies
Fund for Women and Girls Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Fund for Women and Girls, established by the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation, aims to empower women and girls to lead fulfilling and safe lives.	Not published	$500 – $5K

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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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