Grants for Individuals - Women & Girl Services

This grant provides funding to empower and support women entrepreneurs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo by equipping them with essential business skills, resources, and networking opportunities to help grow their businesses.

This grant provides financial support and leadership resources to female entrepreneurs dedicated to creating positive social change through their businesses.

The Enthuse Foundation awards $2,500 grants to ten female-owned businesses annually. The non-profit supports women entrepreneurs in launching or growing their businesses. Eligible applicants must identify as women or non-binary, run an established business full-time, and demonstrate financial need. Winners for 2024 will be declared in June, with details for the 2025 cycle to be announced.

The Art Project program, administered by the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council (ARAC), offers grants of up to $5,000 to support meaningful arts activities that benefit local communities. This program aims to foster artistic creation, performance, exhibition, publication, and the presentation of arts events through collaborations. While ARAC's broader mission isn't explicitly detailed, the program's focus on "relevant, meaningful arts activities with value to the community" strongly aligns with a philanthropic goal of enriching local culture and enhancing community well-being through artistic expression. The primary beneficiaries are state-registered and federally recognized non-profit, tax-exempt organizations, accredited schools, tribal governments, and units of government. These organizations must be primarily based in specific Minnesota counties (Aitkin, Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, or St. Louis County outside Duluth) or within the Bois Forte, Fond du Lac, Grand Portage, or Leech Lake Tribal Nations (within Itasca County). All Duluth organizations are eligible regardless of budget, while those outside Duluth with prior year arts operating expenses of $40,000 or more are eligible. Smaller groups outside Duluth are directed to the Rural & Community Art Project program. Both artists and arts organizations can apply, but only once per grant round and not twice in a fiscal year for the same program. The impact goal is to increase access to and participation in arts activities within these designated communities. The program prioritizes activities directly involving the creation, performance, exhibition, or publication of artistic works. Funds can cover a range of expenses, including art supplies, volunteer and administrative costs, advertising, marketing, and other promotional materials. Equipment or technology purchases are allowed if integral to the artistic project and constitute less than 25% of the total request. This focus on direct artistic output and supporting infrastructure ensures the grants have a tangible impact on the region's arts landscape. Expected outcomes, while not explicitly quantified, revolve around increasing access to and participation in arts activities. By funding projects that create new artistic works, present arts events, and support the operational needs of arts organizations, ARAC intends to foster a vibrant cultural environment. The eligibility criteria and funding limitations, such as the maximum grant amount of $5,000 and an overall cap of $25,000 per organization per fiscal year across all ARAC programs, are designed to distribute resources broadly and support a diverse range of projects and organizations. The requirement for projects to begin within six months ensures timely implementation and community benefit.

This funding opportunity supports individuals and organizations working to improve sexual and reproductive health and rights for marginalized communities in the WANA region through innovative digital strategies.

This grant provides financial support for grassroots community development projects worldwide, prioritizing initiatives led by Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and current volunteers with ties to Northern California.

This initiative provides financial support and resources to women entrepreneurs running small businesses, helping them navigate transitions and achieve sustainable success without compromising their well-being.

This grant provides financial assistance to individuals and couples in the U.S. seeking help with costly fertility treatments, regardless of their background or relationship status.

This grant provides financial support and resources to female entrepreneurs in the U.S. who are running socially impactful businesses and need assistance to grow and sustain their ventures.

This scholarship provides financial assistance to women in Massachusetts and New York for travel or equipment related to their studies, athletic pursuits, professional training, or alternative healing, helping to cover up to 50% of the associated costs.

This grant provides $8,000 to women with doctoral or professional degrees to support the preparation and publication of research manuscripts, particularly in STEM fields and gender equity issues.

The Youth Fund by Crossroads Fund offers grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 to youth activists (up to 26 years old) in selected counties of Illinois and Indiana, specifically Chicago and Gary, who are working on social justice projects in areas such as community, education, health, environment, violence, and media, with a focus on challenging policies and structures that hinder equality in their communities.

This grant provides $5,000 to women and nonbinary journalists for reporting on unconventional or overlooked communities, honoring the legacy of a fearless journalist.

This grant provides financial support for women pursuing advanced training in underrepresented STEM fields to help them transition into or advance within technical and leadership roles.

This grant provides financial support and business services to women-owned businesses across the United States, aiming to empower and promote their growth and sustainability.

This grant provides financial support to women composers in the U.S. for the development of new operas, promoting gender parity and cultural diversity in the opera field.

This grant provides $5,000 to entrepreneurs seeking financial support to grow their businesses.

This funding opportunity provides financial support and resources to Native-controlled organizations and individuals for establishing intergenerational girl societies that promote safety, well-being, and community connection among Native American girls and women to prevent cases of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit individuals.

This competition provides cash prizes, publicity, and networking opportunities for women-owned businesses in Frederick County, Maryland, at both the idea and growth stages.

This program provides financial support to women worldwide to help them start or grow businesses, NGOs, or projects that create a positive social impact for women, girls, and families.