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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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…

WYOMING COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wyoming Women's Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wyoming Community Foundation Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Wyoming Women's Foundation Grants, established in 1999, focus on…

Up to US $5,000
YAMPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

WZ Giving Circle Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Yampa Valley Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 07, 2025 Summary The WZ Giving Circle, supported by the Yampa Valley…

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Yamboree Empowerment Scholarship YES for Women Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The Yamboree Empowerment…

MADRE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Yanar Mohammed Feminist Defense Fund Overview: "Yanar's Fund" supports women in Iraq and throughout the region who defend women's human rights and carry forward Yanar Mohammed's legacy. Background:…

YOUR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

YCF Women’s Giving Circle Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 09, 2025 Summary The YCF Women’s Giving…

YOUTHBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: While The William S. Anheuser Charitable Fund accepts grant applications by invitation only, we welcome inquiries._ William S. Anheuser Charitable Fund The William S. Anheuser…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Yinghsia Shih Li Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary Overview Community…

YOUNG WOMAN'S HOME ASSOCIATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Young Woman's Home Association Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Young Woman's Home Association Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: October 28, 2024 Summary The Young Woman's Home Association Grant…

WASHINGTON AREA WOMEN'S FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Young Women's Initiative Status: Active, ongoing program Geographic Scope: Washington, D.C. and Prince George's County, Maryland Focus Areas: - Youth leadership development - Advocacy for young women…

CHESTER COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

YWCA Chester County Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chester County Community Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview YWCA Chester County Fund Mission Statement A primary focus of…

Community Foundation for SW Washington · Rolling / Open Foundation

YWCA Clark County Chan Barnett Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Amount: US $1,000 - US $4,000 Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary Overview…

Zonta Club of Minneapolis Service Fund Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

ZCM: Women in Business Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Zonta Club of Minneapolis Service Fund Inc Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary The ZCM: Women in Business…

BASBLUE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Zero-to-One Fellowship Overview: A fellowship program for early-stage women and non-binary entrepreneurs in Detroit and Southeast Michigan, providing business incubation, mentorship, and support…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FOX · Rolling / Open Foundation

Zonta Club of Aurora Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the…

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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