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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THE RELEASE RECOVERY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Lily Young Woman's Scholarship Overview: Financial assistance program designed to help young women access mental health and substance use disorder treatment with access to high-quality care.…

Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Marie A Calderilla Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Silicon Valley Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Marie A Calderilla…

US $5,000 - US $20,000
METROWEST WOMEN'S FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Metrowest Women's Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Metrowest Women's Fund Inc Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Metrowest Women's Fund Grant aims to…

FINE ARTS WORK CENTER IN · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Rona Jaffe Foundation Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown Amount: More than US $2,500 Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary The Rona Jaffe Foundation…

The Saturday Club · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Saturday Club’s Grant Fund Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Saturday Club Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The Saturday Club’s Grant Fund Program supports local charitable organizations…

MIDLAND AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Service Club Alliance Grant (Zonta Club) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Midland Area Community Foundation Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Service Club Alliance Grant, offered by the Midland…

GLOBAL FUND FOR WOMEN INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Solidarity Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Global Fund for Women Last Updated: May 16, 2025 Summary The Solidarity Fund Grant, part of the Black Feminist Fund, aims to empower Black feminist…

Spirit of St. Louis Women's Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Spirit of St. Louis Women’s Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Spirit of St. Louis Women's Fund Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: June 24, 2025 Summary The Spirit of St. Louis Women's…

THE DENVER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Study Group Scholarship for Women in Law Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Denver Foundation Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary Overview The Denver Foundation For 100 years,…

Ultimate Players Association · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Ultimate Foundation Overview: Foundation fueling a future for ultimate that is accessible to all backgrounds and identities by supporting USA Ultimate programs, partners, and communities.…

$5,000/year per student (5 students total)
THE WOMAN'S CLUB · March 5, 2027 · Annual Foundation

The Woman's Club Scholarship Fund Program Name: Mary Munford Scholars Overview: In a tradition inspired more than 100 years ago by founding member and past president Mary Munford, The Woman's Club…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Woman's Club Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation…

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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