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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HENRY COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women’s Circle of Friends Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Henry County Community Foundation Last Updated: June 13, 2025 Summary The Women’s Circle of Friends Grants empower local women to contribute to…

GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Club of Grand Haven Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Women's Club of Grand Haven Grant, established in 2001, offers…

$11,000 - $15,000
100 MEN OF DANE COUNTY INC · July 15, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Women's Collective Grant Funder: 100 Men & Women's Collective of Dane County Inc Geographic Scope: Dane County, Wisconsin Focus Areas: Organizations supporting women and families' needs Eligibility:…

100 MEN OF DANE COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Collective Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: 100 Men Of Dane County Inc Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Women's Collective Grants support 501(c)3 organizations aiding women and…

Educational Foundation of Lake County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women’s Committee for the Arts Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Educational Foundation of Lake County Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary Overview Our Mission Our mission is to serve as…

Central Kansas Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Kansas Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Women's Community Foundation Grant,…

Covers registration fees, travel, and accommodation
NATIONAL FARMERS UNION FOUNDATION · November 8, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Women's Conference Scholarship Funder: Illinois Farmers Union and Indiana Farmers Union Overview: Scholarships to attend the National Farmers Union's Women's Conference, a premier two-day event for…

Covers registration fees, travel, and accommodation
THE FARMERS EDUCATIONAL AND COOPERATIVE · November 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Women's Conference Scholarship Funder: Illinois Farmers Union and Indiana Farmers Union Overview: Scholarships to attend the National Farmers Union's Women's Conference, a premier two-day event for…

FREEPORT MCMORAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Development Initiatives Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Freeport-Mcmoran Copper & Gold Foundation Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Women's Development Initiatives Grant…

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women’s Economic Security Act (WESA) Competitive Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Amount: Up to US $125,000 Last Updated: August 16,…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA JOBS AND TRAINING · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Women's Economic Security Act (WESA) Grant Funder: Minnesota Department of Economic and Employment Development Amount: $140,000 Status: Awarded December 2025 Geographic Scope: Central Minnesota Focus…

NEW MEXICO FUND FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Women's Economic Security Grant Program Funder: NewMexicoWomen.Org (a program of New Mexico Community Foundation) Geographic Scope: New Mexico statewide Focus Areas: - Women's economic…

Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Educational Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance Foundation Inc Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Women's Educational Grant, funded by the…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR PALM BEACH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women’s Empowerment Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary Overview Scholarships support aspiring…

AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Akron Community Foundation Last Updated: September 15, 2025 Summary The Women's Endowment Fund Grant, initiated in 1993, aims to uplift women and…

TIDES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Begin the process by completing the Partner With Us form on our website. Have an initial call with Tides staff to discuss your mission, program activities, needs, and timeline. Tides…

WOMEN'S FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Foundation of Alabama: Competitive Grantmaking Status: ACTIVE Funder: Womens Foundation of Alabama Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: August 10, 2025 Summary The Women's Foundation of…

WOMEN'S FOUNDATION OF CALIFORNIA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Foundation of California Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Womens Foundation Of California Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Women’s Foundation of California Grant focuses on fostering a…

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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