Grants for Women

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 1,625 active grants for women in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

1,625 grants
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What grants for women are open right now?

Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Urban Rural Women’s Substance Use Treatment Services Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Amount: Approximately US $365,040 Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary The…

Up to US $15,000
The Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

US & Canada Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The US & Canada Grant Program, supported by the…

$407,995 (ARCD's award from $50 million total NIFA funding)
Appalachian Resource Conservation & Development Council · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

USDA NIFA - Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program Funder: USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) Program Amount: $50 million distributed nationally through 140 funded…

Association for Women Geoscientists · Rolling / Open Foundation

Utah Chapter Student Research Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Association for Women Geoscientists Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: March 01, 2026 Summary The AWG Utah Chapter Student…

Varies
THE COLLEGE AND COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

V.O.I.C.E. Organization: College & Community Fellowship (NY, US) Full Name: Voters Organized for Informed Civic Engagement Overview Encourages women to understand and exercise their voting rights,…

SOCIETY FOR VASCULAR SURGERY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Vascular Care for the Underserved Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Foundation Amount: US $20,000 Last Updated: July 29, 2025 Summary The Vascular Care for the…

THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

VCF: Vermont Women's Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vermont Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Vermont Women's Fund Grant, established in…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

VCF: Women’s Fund Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: June 23, 2025 Summary The Women’s Fund Grants Program, conducted by…

VERSACARE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Versafund Grant Program: Catalyst Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Versacare, Inc. Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The Versafund Grant Program: Catalyst Grant,…

VERSACARE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Versafund Grant Program: Venture Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Versacare, Inc. Amount: US $10,001 - US $40,000 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Versafund Grant Program: Venture Grant…

VA FOUNDATION FOR INDEPENDENT COLLEGES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

VFIC Women's Leadership Development Summit Status: Active Geographic Scope: Virginia (open to students from VFIC member institutions) Purpose: To provide women and leaders of all ages, backgrounds,…

SAN JUAN ISLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Vida Wight Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Juan Island Community Foundation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: April 18, 2025 Summary The Vida Wight Memorial Scholarship,…

Educational Foundation of Lake County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Villages Working Women Social Group Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Educational Foundation of Lake County Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary Overview Our Mission Our mission is to serve…

THE VIOLET JABARA CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Welcome The Violet Jabara Charitable Trust was founded in May, 2007, to continue the philanthropic work of its founder Dr. Linda K. Jacobs, and it is named after her mother, Violet Jabara…

WOMAN'S MISSIONARY UNION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Vision Fund Overview: The WMU Vision Fund was established in 1993 to support the core ministries of WMU, which began over 130 years ago. Purpose: Supports multiple WMU ministries that strengthen…

VALENTINE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Visionary Leadership Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Valentine Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Visionary Leadership Fund Grant, managed by the…

Women Helping Women Fund · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Vivian Winston Scholarship Overview: The Vivian Winston Scholarship is offered by Women Helping Women Fund (WHWF) to support women in the Spokane area pursuing academic education. Award Amount:…

THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Vocational Training Fund for Girls Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Vocational Training Fund for Girls,…

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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