The Ladies Who Launch 2026 Launch Program, funded in partnership with Boundless Futures Foundation, awards $10,000 cash grants to 10 US-based, women-led small businesses that integrate social impact into their business models. Each grantee receives $7,500 in unrestricted business funds and $2,500 dedicated to AI literacy development. The program also includes an eight-week group training covering cash flow management, branding, and business skills, plus access to a mentorship community. Eligible businesses must be more than 51% women-owned, have earned between $100,000 and $499,999 in gross annual revenue, possess an EIN or business bank account, and not be nonprofits or franchises. Social impact examples include employment models for at-risk individuals, sustainable product development, and fair trade certifications.

The Joseph H. Fichter Research Grants are annual awards from the Association for the Sociology of Religion (ASR) that fund promising sociological research on women in religion or on the intersection of religion with gender or sexualities. A total of $12,000 is distributed annually among the strongest applications. Dissertation research and postdoctoral research by junior and senior scholars are both eligible. Grants cover direct research expenses such as transportation, research assistant fees, and transcription costs, but not indirect expenses. Applicants must be current ASR members and hold or be pursuing a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline. Previous recipients must wait three competition cycles before reapplying. The application deadline is March 20.

Spring 2026 Early Investment Grant is a grant from the New York Women's Foundation that funds emerging, community-based organizations working to advance gender, racial, and economic justice in New York City. Eligible organizations may apply for a one-year, $80,000 general operating support grant. For this cycle, priority focus areas are Economic and Environmental Justice and Civic Engagement and Leadership; applications addressing Safety, Health, and Bodily Autonomy will also be considered if additional resources become available. This opportunity is specifically designed for organizations led by and for women and gender-expansive people that are rooted in historically marginalized communities across all five boroughs. The application deadline was March 23, 2026.

Women & Girls Grants is sponsored by The Community Fund for Women & Girls (The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven). This grant program supports women-focused nonprofit organizations in Greater New Haven, offering funding for direct services, advocacy, or community organizing efforts that improve opportunities and outcomes for women and girls.

Reducing the Burden of Preeclampsia is sponsored by Gates Foundation Trust. Seeking innovative solutions for the early detection, prevention, and treatment of preeclampsia. The challenge focuses on identifying biomarkers to predict risk, developing point-of-care tests, and leveraging digital health or nutritional interventions to reduce maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality, particularly in resource-limited settings. Geographic focus: Global (priority for low- and middle-income countries) Focus areas: Maternal Health, Diagnostics, Global Health

Amber Grant Foundation Grants is sponsored by Amber Grant Foundation (WomensNet). The Amber Grant Foundation awards grants to women entrepreneurs with compelling stories to help them start or grow their businesses. They offer a $10,000 monthly grant and three $25,000 annual grants. There are also 12 business category grants of an additional $10,000 each month.

Cary Women's Giving Network Grant is a grant from The North Carolina Community Foundation that funds nonprofit organizations addressing critical and emerging needs of women and children in the Town of Cary, North Carolina. The giving circle pools annual member contributions to make competitive grants typically ranging from $1,000 to $5,000; in 2025, the network awarded $11,000 in total. Eligible applicants are qualified charitable organizations with strong community impact in Cary; prior grant recipients must wait one year before reapplying. The 2026 application window runs from February 27 to March 31, 2026. Organizations are encouraged to demonstrate advancing equity in their proposals.

HerRise Micro-Grant is a monthly $1,000 small business grant offered by the Yva Jourdan Foundation through HerSuiteSpot, supporting under-resourced women entrepreneurs — including women of color — across the United States. Businesses must be currently registered in the U.S. and have annual gross revenue under $1 million. Applications are accepted on a rolling monthly basis with a deadline of 11:59 p.m. on the last day of each month; winners are announced at the following month's HerSuiteSpot First Friday Mixer. Past recipients have used funds for equipment, marketing materials, website creation, and software to grow community-impacting businesses.

The Amber Grant, founded by WomensNet in 1998 in memory of Amber Wigdahl, awards at least $30,000 every month to women entrepreneurs across the United States. The program offers a monthly $10,000 grant, Business Category Grants, Startup Grants, and three $50,000 Year-End Grants available exclusively to monthly winners. A single application automatically enters applicants into all grant categories, making the process straightforward for women-owned businesses at any stage. Whether launching a new venture or growing an existing business, women can apply by sharing their story and business vision. This is one of the most accessible and consistent funding opportunities available for women entrepreneurs seeking non-dilutive capital.

CFDA Scholarship Fund – various scholarships (including CFDA x Veronica Beard Creative Futures, Carolina Herrera & CFDA Women in Design, Melvin and Monique Rodriguez Family Foundation X CFDA, PVH Foundation x CFDA, Geoffrey Beene Design Scholarship Award) is sponsored by Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) with partner foundations/brands. CFDA Scholarship Fund – various scholarships (including CFDA x Veronica Beard Creative Futures, Carolina Herrera & CFDA Women in Design, Melvin and Monique Rodriguez Family Foundation X CFDA, PVH Foundation x CFDA, Geoffrey Beene Design Scholarship Award) is sponsored by Council…

Ladies Who Launch 2026 Launch Program is sponsored by Ladies Who Launch in partnership with Boundless Futures Foundation. This program will award $10,000 grants to 10 women-led small businesses in the U. S. that integrate social impact into their business model. Selected participants also receive access to an eight-week group training program and a community of mentors.

Jewish Women's Foundation Full Grant is a grant from the Jewish Women's Foundation of New Jersey (administered through the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey) that funds New Jersey-based projects empowering and supporting women and girls consistent with the foundation's mission of gender equity. The Large Grant cycle runs one year (July 1 through June 30) with a competitive, multi-stage process: organizations submit a Letter of Intent through the FOUNDANT system (access code JWF-FY27), with invited applicants then submitting a full proposal. Eligible applicants are New Jersey-based 501(c)(3) organizations. Full proposals are due in early April 2026, with successful applicants notified by May 18, 2026 and initial funds released July 1, 2026. Grant amounts and specific funding ranges are determined competitively.

One Million Black Women: Black in Business is sponsored by Goldman Sachs Foundation. A free business education program dedicated to reaching Black women sole proprietors with the tools necessary to turn their business potential into growth, including a stipend and mentorship. Geographic focus: United States Focus areas: Entrepreneurship, Economic Opportunity, Business Education

BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program is sponsored by BMO. The BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program provides grants to Canadian small businesses that are majority owned and led by women or non-binary entrepreneurs. The program aims to help businesses grow and create impact aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Hidden Star Galaxy Grant is a $3,500 award from Hidden Star, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with over nine years of experience supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs. The grant is open to women and minority business owners and is free to apply. Applicants should review current eligibility requirements on the Hidden Star website. The application deadline is April 30, 2026. This program is part of Hidden Star's broader mission to advance economic equity by providing direct financial support to business owners who have historically faced systemic barriers to capital access.

Hey Helen Grant is a privately funded grant from Visionaries Collective that provides $10,000 in unrestricted cash to women founders building impactful, mission-driven businesses in the United States. Each grant cycle, one founder receives funding that can be used for operations, growth, marketing, hiring, or infrastructure. Eligible applicants must be 100% women-owned, for-profit businesses generating less than $1 million in annual revenue and legally registered in the U.S. Nonbinary applicants aligned with the grant's intent are also welcome. There is a $15 application fee. Grant cycles close at the end of April, August, and December, with the next deadline on April 30, 2026. The recipient will be announced by June 1, 2026, with funds distributed via ACH by mid-June.

Notice of Special Interest (NOSI): Encouraging Women's Health Research within the NIDCD Mission Areas is sponsored by National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) / National Institutes of Health (NIH). This notice solicits grant applications seeking to improve women's health across the lifespan within the scope of NIDCD's mission. Projects may include biological, behavioral, societal, or healthcare-related activities that may benefit women's quality of life.

The Women's Collective Grant Program is a grant from The Women's Collective (The WC) that funds nonprofit programs inspiring and elevating women leaders in the Scottsdale and greater Phoenix Valley area. Grants support activities that prepare women for leadership roles, aid women in achieving leadership positions, and provide training, mentorship, and educational opportunities. Eligible applicants are IRS 501(c)(3) organizations that have been operating for at least two years and primarily serve adult women (programs serving girls are also eligible). Typical awards average $5,000 with a range of $1,000 to $10,000. Funded activities must occur between September 2026 and December 2027. The application deadline is May 8, 2026. Individual grants, multi-year commitments, construction projects, and event tickets are not funded.

The Mental & Emotional Support Business Specific Grant is a $10,000 annual grant from WomensNet (Amber Grant Foundation) that funds women-owned businesses providing mental and emotional support services, including therapy, counseling, and related mental health programs. This Business Specific Grant is awarded each May to recognize and support women professionals in the mental health field who are working to expand or stabilize their practices. Eligible applicants must be women-owned businesses or organizations providing mental or emotional support services and must also apply for the monthly Amber Grant to be considered for this category award. The application deadline for this cycle is May 31, 2026.

Scaife Family Foundation Grant is a grant from the Scaife Family Foundation that funds nonprofit organizations working in women's and children's health, safety, and welfare, and programs addressing the beneficial interaction between humans and animals, including early intervention and addiction prevention. Awards range from $2,000 to $1,500,000. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations and submit a complete proposal package including a signed letter on organizational letterhead, IRS determination letter, operating budget, most recent Form 990, current board listing, and audited financial statements. Proposal submission deadlines are February 1 (for Spring meeting) and August 1 (for Fall meeting).

Texas Job Creators Grant is a performance-based financial incentive program administered by the Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office. The program provides competitive grants to businesses that demonstrate significant projected job creation and capital investment in Texas, particularly in cases where a Texas site is competing with a viable out-of-state location. Administered through Economic Development Finance, the program partners with local governments and other entities to promote economic growth across the state. It is part of a broader suite of Texas incentive programs including enterprise zones, university research initiatives, and small business credit programs. Eligible businesses must show measurable job creation outcomes and substantial capital investment commitments to qualify.

Artist Enrichment (AE) Grant is a program from the Kentucky Foundation for Women that funds feminist artists and arts organizations in Kentucky to further their artistic development and create work for positive social change. Eligible activities include artist residencies, exploration of new mediums or techniques, and building a body of work. Reviewers assess artistic quality, commitment to feminism, and a concrete plan for measuring impact. Awards range from $1,000 to $7,500. Eligibility is open to Kentucky-based individual women and gender non-conforming artists at any career stage. The application deadline is August 31, 2026. Note that one-time events are no longer eligible beginning in 2024.

The Women's Economic Security Act (WESA) Competitive Grant, administered by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), works to increase the number of women in high-wage, high-demand, nontraditional occupations. The program prioritizes initiatives that encourage and assist women of color to enter nontraditional and STEM careers. Part of DEED's Office of Adult Career Pathways, WESA is one of several competitive grant programs supporting workforce development in Minnesota. The state awarded $3.3 million for adult employment and training programs in the current funding cycle. Organizations providing career training, mentorship, and employment support services that help women access economic opportunity in traditionally male-dominated fields are encouraged to apply.

Center for Women Entrepreneurs StartHER Grant is a competitive grant program offered by the Center for Women Entrepreneurs (CWE) at Texas Woman's University (TWU). The program provides seed funding to women entrepreneurs who are in the early stages of launching their businesses. StartHER grants support aspiring women business owners with capital to help turn their business ideas into reality. The CWE at TWU offers complementary resources including business advising, accelerator programs across multiple Texas cities, small business training courses, and workshops. The program is part of TWU's broader mission through the Jane Nelson Institute for Women's Leadership to advance women's entrepreneurship and economic empowerment in Texas.

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). The NSF SBIR program supports scientific excellence and technological innovation from the lab to the market by funding startups and small businesses. It focuses on stimulating technical innovation from diverse entrepreneurs and startups and encourages participation by socially and economically disadvantaged and women-owned small businesses. While broad, a wellness publishing business with a strong technological innovation component could be eligible.

Career Development Grants is sponsored by AAUW (American Association of University Women). These grants invest in women pursuing a certificate or training program needed to enter, transition into, or advance within fields where they are underrepresented, including STEM fields and career pathways. AAUW also welcomes applications from women in any field where women are underrepresented at the leadership level, who are currently employed and seek executive-level or leadership development training to advance into decision-making roles.

Women in Media Short Film Finishing Grant is sponsored by Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture / Women In Media. This grant supports women and gender non-conforming film professionals who are California residents to complete short documentary films (under 30 minutes). Grantees also receive targeted consultations, mentorships, and services for film finishing.

Loans, Grants and Other Funding Options for Women-Owned Businesses is a resource and webinar offering from SCORE Las Vegas that helps women entrepreneurs in Nevada and across the U.S. identify funding opportunities. The program highlights grants such as the Amber Grant for Women, which awards three $10,000 grants monthly to female business owners — winners are also automatically eligible for one of three $50,000 year-end Amber Grants, for a potential total of $60,000. The program connects women entrepreneurs with a range of funding options, including grants requiring no financial disclosures or personal questions. Resources are available to businesswomen across the United States.

Women's Fund Success Grants is a grant program from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois that funds initiatives uplifting and advocating for women and girls across central Illinois. Established in 1993, the Women's Fund has awarded more than 160 grants totaling over half a million dollars, with an endowment now exceeding $1.4 million enabling over $45,000 in annual grantmaking. The program prioritizes programs that create lasting change by improving the lives of women, girls, and children in the region. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations serving women and children in central Illinois. Grant amounts vary based on project scope and available funding.

General Support Grants is a grant from the Global Fund for Women that funds feminist movements and women-led organizations working to advance gender justice around the world. The fund provides unrestricted, flexible general operating support—covering the real costs of social justice work—with multi-year grants so groups can plan long-term. Grantee partners determine their own priorities and how success is measured, reflecting the Global Fund for Women's commitment to movement-led philanthropy. Focus areas include freedom from violence, sexual and reproductive health and rights, and economic justice. Eligible applicants are women-, girl-, and trans-led organizations based outside the United States. Award amounts typically range from $5,000 to $30,000; applications are accepted on a rolling basis through the organization's movement-led selection process.