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Grants for Women

Women can access federal and state grants for business startups, education, healthcare, housing, and career development. These grants don't need to be repaid and support women at all life stages—from students to entrepreneurs to single mothers. Below are 849 verified opportunities from government agencies.

Types of Grants for Women

🏢 Business & Entrepreneurship

Small business grants, startup funding, and resources specifically for women-owned businesses and female entrepreneurs.

🎓 Education & Training

College scholarships, vocational training, STEM programs, and career development grants for women of all ages.

🏥 Health & Wellness

Healthcare programs, maternal health support, mental health services, and preventive care funding for women.

🏠 Housing & Family Support

Housing assistance, childcare subsidies, emergency aid, and family support programs for women and mothers.

Specialized Resources for Women

Grants for Single Moms

Housing, education, childcare, and emergency assistance specifically for single mothers.

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Women-Owned Business Grants

SBA programs, SBIR/STTR grants, and state-level funding for women entrepreneurs starting or growing businesses.

Women in STEM

NSF grants, research funding, and educational opportunities for women pursuing science, technology, engineering, and math careers.

Maternal Health Programs

HRSA programs, prenatal care, postpartum support, and maternal health initiatives funded by HHS and CDC.

Who Qualifies for Women's Grants?

Eligibility varies by program, but common qualifications include:

  • Business Grants: Women-owned businesses (51%+ ownership), U.S. citizenship or legal residency, business plan
  • Education Grants: Female students enrolled in accredited programs, GPA requirements (varies), FAFSA submission
  • Health Programs: Low to moderate income, lack of health insurance, specific health conditions or needs
  • Housing Assistance: Income limits (typically 30-80% of area median income), U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status
  • Emergency Aid: Demonstrated financial hardship, documentation of crisis situation

Available Grant Opportunities

These grants are currently accepting applications. Each links to the official government agency page where you can review full eligibility requirements and apply.

Made in California Program

Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development Disadvantaged Communities; Housing Fixed deadline

The purpose of this announcement is to solicit applications from eligible organizations to apply to provide marketing and engagement services to support the awareness and use of the Made in California...

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How to Apply for Women's Grants

  1. Identify Your Need - Determine which type of grant matches your goals: business, education, health, or housing.
  2. Review Eligibility Carefully - Check income requirements, citizenship status, business ownership percentage, or enrollment status.
  3. Gather Required Documents - Common requirements include: proof of income, business registration, tax returns, enrollment verification, or identification.
  4. Complete Applications Thoroughly - Provide detailed, accurate information. Business grants often require a business plan; education grants need FAFSA.
  5. Submit Before Deadlines - Apply early for competitive grants. Rolling deadline programs accept applications year-round.

Common Questions About Women's Grants

Do women's grants need to be repaid?

No. Grants are free funding that doesn't require repayment, unlike loans. However, some grants have conditions—business grants may require you to maintain operations for a period, education grants require continued enrollment.

What qualifies as a "women-owned business"?

The SBA defines women-owned businesses as those where women own at least 51% of the company and control management and daily operations. You may need to register as a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) to qualify for certain grants.

Can I get grants for both education and business?

Yes. You can apply for multiple grants serving different purposes. For example, you could receive education grants while attending school and apply for business grants when starting a company.

Are there age limits for women's grants?

Most grants don't have age limits. Education grants are available to women of any age returning to school. Business and housing grants typically have no age restrictions. Some programs specifically target younger women or women over 50.

Do I need to be low-income to qualify?

Not always. Business grants often don't have income limits—they focus on business viability. Some education scholarships are merit-based rather than need-based. However, housing and health programs typically serve low to moderate-income women.

How competitive are women's grants?

Competition varies widely. Federal business grants are highly competitive with hundreds of applicants per award. Local emergency assistance may have lower competition. Education scholarships range from highly competitive (national programs) to accessible (state/local programs).

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