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Amber Grant for Women (Monthly Amber Grant, Monthly Startup Grant, and Business Category Grants) is sponsored by WomensNet. WomensNet awards three $10,000 Amber Grants each month: a Monthly Amber Grant, Monthly Startup Grant, and Business Category Grants. Two monthly winners can also apply for a $25,000 annual award, with one receiving a $100,000 grant at the end of the year.
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The Amber Grant | Grants for Women in Business | WomensNet Don't miss the deadline. Apply now > Apply today for a $50,000 Amber Grant for women Stephanie Dean of StepStitches WomensNet founded the “Amber Grant” in 1998. The grant was set up with one goal in mind: to honor the memory of a very special young woman, Amber Wigdahl, who died at just 19 years old — before realizing her business dreams.
Today, WomensNet carries on that tradition, proudly giving away at least $30,000 every month in Amber Grant money. In recognition of the diversity of businesses owned by women, we’ve also expanded our grant-giving to include “Startup Grants,” “Business Category Grants,” as well as three “$50,000 Year End Grants. ” View a full list of Grants » How Do I Apply For an Amber Grant?
Applying is simple. Just take a few minutes to tell us about yourself and your business dream. No long, complicated forms to fill out.
Submitting one application makes you instantly eligible for all grants related to your business. We announce the grant winners by the 21st of the following month. View Application » December 2025 Amber Grant Awarded to Iconicake January 2026 Amber Grant Awarded to Flour Sack Studio, LLC February 2026 Amber Grant Awarded to Brown Girl Surf March 2026 Amber Grant Awarded to Soak iT Up April 2026 Amber Grant Awarded to Ayuda Health Hurry!
The application cutoff for the next $10,000 Amber Grant is Get application & business ideas on the WomensNet blog » You could join this group of past grant recipients. Apply today for the $50,000 Amber Grant Whether you’re starting or growing a business, WomensNet can help. What people are saying about WomensNet “You have to be in it to win it...
seize the opportunity and apply. ” “Every month, WomensNet awards three $10,000 Amber Grants to women-owned businesses. At the end of each year, monthly grant winners are eligible to receive one of three $50,000 annual grants.
” “Launched 20 years ago this grant honors the memory of a young woman who wanted to be an entrepreneur but died at age 19 before she could achieve her goal. ” “This organization offers monthly grants of up to $10,000 to support female entrepreneurs starting businesses. Those who qualify for these grants are also in the running for a yearly grant.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Women entrepreneurs in the U. S. in any industry. Specific monthly categories apply (e. g. , Fashion in December, Sustainability in April). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $10,000 (monthly), $25,000 (annual), $100,000 (annual grand prize). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Amber Grant for Women (Monthly Amber Grant, Monthly Startup Grant, and Business Category Grants) is funded by WomensNet. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
Amber Grant for Women in Mental & Emotional Support is a grant from WomensNet (Amber Grant Foundation) that funds women entrepreneurs building businesses in the mental and emotional health or support sector. Monthly grants of $10,000 are awarded, with recipients also eligible for three additional Year End Grants of $50,000. The foundation prioritizes passion and authentic storytelling over corporate polish, welcoming applicants at all stages — from early-stage ideas to established ventures. Eligible applicants are women entrepreneurs whose businesses focus on mental health, emotional wellness, counseling, or related support services. There is a $15 application fee, and each submission is considered for all available Amber Grant categories.
Hey Helen Grant is a $10,000 privately funded grant from Visionaries (administered by WomensNet) that supports women and non-binary founders building mission-driven, for-profit businesses in the United States. Each grant cycle, one founder receives an unrestricted $10,000 cash award to advance their business in any area including operations, marketing, or product development. Eligible applicants must own a US-based for-profit business that is 100% women or non-binary owned with annual revenue under $1,000,000. The application deadline is April 30, 2026.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) / Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs (Phase I) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR/STTR programs focus on transforming scientific discovery into products and services with commercial potential and/or societal benefit in agriculturally-related areas. This can include app development for agricultural technology, rural development, and smart farming. Phase I aims to demonstrate technical feasibility.
SBIR/STTR Phase I Programs is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). The NSF SBIR/STTR programs provide non-dilutive funding for cutting-edge technology innovations that address societal challenges. The Space (SP) topic seeks transformative technologies for sustainable space exploration, habitation, or industrialization, which could include in-space research or manufacturing systems, microgravity applications, and photonic devices and materials.