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.

1,672 grants
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Minimum six $1,000 scholarships
WOMEN'S DIVISION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE · February 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

WDCC Scholarship Program Funder: Women's Division Chamber of Commerce (WDCC), Michigan Geographic Scope: Muskegon County and surrounding areas (north to Hart in Oceana County, south to West Olive,…

We Are Moving The Needle · Rolling / Open Foundation

We Are Moving The Needle Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: We Are Moving The Needle Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary The We Are Moving The Needle Scholarship supports women, trans, and…

Funding amount not specified in announcement
HANSJORG WYSS INSTITUTE FOR BIOLOGICALLY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wellcome Leap - The Missed Vital Sign Program Overview Funder: Wellcome Leap Program Budget: $50 million (total program) Geographic Scope: Global Focus Areas: - Women's health - Heavy menstrual…

WOMEN'S FUND OF GREATER MILWAUKEE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WF Flash Grants Overview: Flash grants are a funding opportunity offered by the Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee. Geographic Scope: Greater Milwaukee area, Wisconsin Contact Information: - Women's…

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WOMEN'S FUND OF GREATER MILWAUKEE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WF Grants Overview: Social change grants provided by the Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee to fund women and girls-led social change initiatives. Focus Areas: Women and girls-led social change…

Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our Mission Women’s Fund of Central Indiana mobilizes people, ideas and investments so every woman and girl in our community has an equitable opportunity to reach her full potential – no…

Women's Foundation of Genesee · Rolling / Open Foundation

WFGV Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Women's Foundation of Genesee Valley Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Women's Foundation of Genesee Valley has been dedicated to empowering women and…

WOMEN'S FUND OF HAWAI'I · Rolling / Open Foundation

WFH Relief, Recovery, and Reimagining Grant Geographic Scope: Hawaii Funder: Women's Fund of Hawai'i Purpose: While mentioned in navigation menus, limited specific details are provided in the…

CENTER FOR SCHOLARSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wickam, Ivie Frances scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Center for Scholarship Administration (CSA) Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview The Center for Scholarship Administration The…

FORGING INDUSTRY EDUCATIONAL AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

WiF (Women in Forging) Mentorship Program Funder: Forging Industry Educational and Research Foundation (FIERF) Website: fierf.org Overview: A mentorship program focused on women in the forging…

Womens Impact Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

WIF: Spark Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Womens Impact Fund Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The Women’s Impact Fund has introduced the Spark Awards, offering $5,000…

WOMEN IN FILM & VIDEO INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WIFV Narrative Short Film Finishing Grant Funder: Women in Film & Video DC Geographic Scope: Washington DC area (local organization) Focus Areas: Narrative short film completion/finishing Contact…

WOMEN IN MINING NATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WIM100 Award Funder: Women In Mining (WIM) - International program administered by WIM USA Overview: The WIM100 Award recognizes and celebrates 100 inspirational women in mining globally. This is the…

THE WOMEN'S FOUNDATION OF COLORADO INC · December 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

WINcome (Women + Income = Women Thriving) Overview: An evolution of WFCO's WAGES grantee cohort (2017-2021). WINcome is a board-controlled grantmaking program that provides flexible and holistic…

US $30,000 - US $60,000
THE WOMEN'S FOUNDATION OF COLORADO INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WINcome Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Women's Foundation of Colorado Amount: US $30,000 - US $60,000 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The WINcome Grant, launched by the Women's Foundation of…

Wings Foundation Huron · Rolling / Open Foundation

WINGS Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wings Foundation Huron Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Why the Wings Foundation An unwavering commitment to family, community and stronger…

Association for Women Geoscientists · Rolling / Open Foundation

Winifred Goldring Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Association for Women Geoscientists Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Winifred Goldring Award, presented by the…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wisconsin Women’s Alliance Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Wisconsin…

WOMEN INVESTING IN SECURITY AND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WISE Victoria Collins Legacy Fund Scholarship Overview: Scholarships awarded to high school seniors from Girls Inc. of Orange County who are college-bound. The fund honors WISE founder Victoria…

Up to US $375,592
State of New Jersey Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

WISEWOMAN Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Health Amount: Up to US $375,592 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary Overview New Jersey Department of Health…

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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