Grants for Women

Last updated June 12, 2026

There are currently 1,626 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.

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What grants for women are open right now?

Indiana University Foundation · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Women's Philanthropy Leadership Council (WPLC) Grants Status: Active, annual grant program Geographic Scope: Indiana University system (all IU campuses) Background: Established in 2012, WPLC has…

Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Grant Description Each year the Women’s Philanthropy Society awards up to two high-dollar grants to create systemic change around a key focus area facing women and their families in our…

WOMEN'S FOUNDATION OF MISSISSIPPI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Women's Policy Institute Funder: Women's Foundation of Mississippi Program Type: Policy advocacy and leadership program Geographic Scope: Mississippi statewide Focus: Policy development, advocacy,…

WOMEN'S PROFESSIONAL FORUM · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Women's Professional Forum Foundation Grant Program Overview: Since 1984, the Women's Professional Forum Foundation (WPFF) has invested in programs that create opportunities for women and girls to…

SOCIETY OF INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Research Mentorship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Society of Interventional Radiology Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Women's Research…

EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL OF LA PLATA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Resource Center Opportunity Scholarship Purpose: Provides funding for training or college courses that would benefit career advancement in early childhood education. Eligibility: Individuals…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Second Chance College Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Womens Assistance- Women Helping Women Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: July 21, 2025 Summary The Women Helping Women Fund, supported by the Greater…

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS LONE STAR · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

World Kinect Corporation Diversity Scholarship Overview: World Kinect Corporation partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) to support and…

WOMEN OF WISDOM WOW TRICITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

WOW Blended Capital Enhancement Grant Program Funder: Women of Wisdom Tri-Cities (WOW Tri-Cities) Geographic Scope: Tri-Cities area, Washington, US Website: wowtricities.com Contact:…

Varies
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH LOUISIANA · Rolling / Open Foundation

WPN Grants Funder: Community Foundation of North Louisiana Geographic Scope: North Louisiana Overview: Grant opportunity available through the Women's Philanthropy Network (WPN), a giving circle…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
Wood River Women's Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

WRWF Pooled Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wood River Women's Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The WRWF Pooled Fund Grant empowers local nonprofits…

Varies by year (e.g., $50,000 total awarded in 2019; $75,000 in 2021)
ORANGE COUNTY WOMENS TRANSPORTATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WTS Orange County Scholarships Overview: WTS Orange County offers multiple scholarships at various education levels to support young women pursuing careers in transportation. Geographic Scope: Orange…

United Way of Acadiana Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Women United Microgrants Overview Program Name: WU Microgrants Description: Women United Microgrants are designed to offer a small investment to women entrepreneurs to help sustain and/or grow their…

INSTITUTE FOR CITIZENS AND SCHOLARS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Fellowships for Graduate Students Citizens & Scholars offers four Fellowships for Graduate Students WW Dissertation Fellowship in Women’s Studies The Women’s Studies Fellowships are provided…

US $5,000 - US $20,000
Washington Women In Need (WWIN) · Rolling / Open Foundation

WWIN Star Scholars Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington Women In Need (WWIN) Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The WWIN Star Scholars program empowers Washington…

Full scholarships (approximately $2.4 million total awarded since 2004)
WX CHARITABLE FUND LTD · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

WX Scholars Program Overview: The WX Scholars Program encourages and supports bright and talented young women pursuing careers in real estate and related professions in the New York metropolitan…

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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