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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ARRAY ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

ARRAY + Google Feature Film Grant Funder: ARRAY Alliance Inc in partnership with Google Award Amount: $500,000 Program Status: Active (announced June 2021) Geographic Scope: Not specified, appears to…

Up to US $2,500
LEEWAY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Art and Change Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Leeway Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary The Art and Change Grant offers up to $2,500 to women, trans, and gender…

JERSEY CITY ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Art House Cares: COVID Relief Grants Funder: Art House Productions, funded by New Jersey Arts and Culture Renewal Fund at the Princeton Area Community Foundation Status: One-time relief program…

SAMUEL READY SCHOLARSHIPS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arthur D. Stebbins Award Overview: Annual award designated for a Scholar who has exhibited exceptional leadership. Award Criteria: - Exceptional leadership About the Award: The award honors Arthur D.…

GLOBAL FUND FOR WOMEN INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Artist Changemaker Program Funder: Global Fund for Women Inc Geographic Scope: Global Focus Areas: Gender justice, social movements, feminist art and activism Program Description The Artist…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Asheville Young Woman Leadership Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The Asheville Young…

WOMEN'S FUND FOR THE FOX VALLEY REGION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ashley Marie Abraham Scholarship Funder: Women's Fund for the Fox Valley Region Purpose: Post-secondary education assistance for high school graduates Geographic Scope: Fox Valley Region, Wisconsin…

MS FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Asian Women Giving Circle Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ms. Foundation For Women Amount: Up to US $8,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Asian Women Giving Circle Grants support projects…

MS FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Asian Women Giving Circle Request for Proposals 2026 Funder: Ms. Foundation for Women Inc. Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: The Ms. Foundation for Women invests in grassroots, tribal,…

THE ASME FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ASME Graduate Teaching Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Asme Foundation Inc. Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary The ASME Graduate Teaching Fellowships…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF PLANT BIOLOGISTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

ASPB Women's Young Investigator Travel Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society of Plant Biologists Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: October 03, 2025 Summary The ASPB Women's Young…

WOMEN'S FUND FOR THE FOX VALLEY REGION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Athena Award Winners Giving Circle Fund - Tuition Assistance Funder: Women's Fund for the Fox Valley Region, in partnership with Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce Purpose: Tuition assistance grants to…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA CO · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Athena Giving Circle Grants Mission: The Athena Progressive Giving Circle is a community of women funding programs/initiatives that meaningfully improve the lives of women and girls in the community.…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION TRUST OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Athena Giving Circle Grants Mission: A community of women funding programs and initiatives that meaningfully improve the lives of women and girls in the local area. Geographic Scope: Sarasota and…

GREATER LAFAYETTE COMMERCE COMM · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

ATHENA Leadership Award Overview: A prestigious recognition celebrating individuals who demonstrate excellence in their profession, contribute to their community and actively mentor and support the…

GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Athena Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary Overview Scholarships Grand Haven Area Community Foundation…

Aura Cacia · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aura Cacia Positive Change Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Aura Cacia Amount: US $30,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The Aura Cacia Positive Change Project empowers…

Austin Junior Forum Inc · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Austin Junior Forum Grants Program Overview: Austin Junior Forum provides grant funding to support projects that serve a significant number of women, children, or elderly in the Austin area.…

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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