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Business Category Grants (monthly for hair- and skin-care business owners in August) is sponsored by Amber Grants for Women. The Amber Grants support female entrepreneurs. Each month, a $10,000 grant is awarded to a women-owned business in a specific category.
In August, the grant is open to hair and skincare business owners.
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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 » 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 May 2026 Amber Grant Awarded to Rozanna’s Violins June 2026 Amber Grant Awarded to FiXA 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: Female entrepreneurs. Specific business categories rotate monthly; August is for hair and skin care businesses. Applicants are automatically considered for additional grants. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $10,000 (plus eligibility for a $25,000 year-end grant). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Business Category Grants (monthly for hair- and skin-care business owners in August) is funded by Amber Grants for Women. 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.
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