Women & Girl Services Grants

SisterFund, a women-led giving circle in Richmond, focuses on empowering Black women and girls in the community through grants awarded annually to nonprofits. These grants target improvements in education, workforce, leadership development, and health for African American women and girls. Members contribute $1,100 each year, and grants are awarded based on member votes. The mission is to transform local nonprofits supporting Black women and girls through significant financial investments, fostering long-term positive change. Grant awards will be announced and celebrated at an event on December 12, 2024.

The Greater New Orleans Foundation is seeking proposals for its Maison Hospitaliere Grants to provide assistance to indigent women in Greater New Orleans area. Donor Name: Greater New Orleans Foundation State: Louisiana County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/18/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information Grants will range up to $20,000. Eligibility Criteria Grants will be made available to 501(c)(3) organizations that provide living assistance and care to indigent women in the Greater New Orleans area. These grants will support direct services to women in the form of either general operating support or program support. Ineligibility Maison Hospitaliere will not consider capital projects, event sponsorship, or research requests. Faith-based organizations are welcome to apply for support for programs that do not include religious activities, such as religious worship, instruction, or proselytization. For more information, visit GNOF.

This grant provides funding and volunteer support to nonprofit projects in Smith County that promote women's leadership and address community needs.

The Women’s Fund accepts applications for grants to support charitable projects or activities in Spencer County. Donor Name: Spencer County Community Foundation State: Indiana County: Spencer County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/19/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Women’s Fund invites charitable organizations to apply for the grant by completing the grant application describing how their organization would use the award. Program Areas Considered For Funding Program Areas Considered For Funding Arts and Culture Community Development Education Health Human Services Other Civic Endeavors (Environment, Recreation, and Youth Development) Funding Information  Awards up to $5,000. Eligibility Criteria The Community Foundation welcomes funding requests from nonprofit organizations that are deemed tax-exempt under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code and from governmental agencies serving the county. Funding requests from nonprofit organizations not classified as a 501(c)(3) public charity may be considered provided the project is charitable and supports a community need. In some cases, organizations without the 501(c)(3) designation may be required to obtain a fiscal sponsor. Program Areas NOT Considered for Funding Religious organizations for religious purposes Political parties or campaigns Endowment creation or debt reduction Operating costs not directly related to the program/project Capital campaigns Annual appeals or membership contributions Travel requests for groups or individuals such as bands, sports teams, or classes For more information, visit Spencer County Community Foundation.

A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy Kigali Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to organize and implement the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs Program, which will include facilitating a course on Global Entrepreneurship Sustainable Business and planning and hosting a regional AWE conference. Please follow all instructions below. Program Objectives: The first program element is to facilitate the traditional DreamBuilder program, which brings together a cohort of 30 women who meet online and in-person to learn core business skills such as strategic planning, marketing, and finance, then discuss the material with local facilitators, business leaders, and U.S. exchange alumni mentors. The DreamBuilder program should run for a period of six months, one facilitation session per week for 13 weeks, followed by three months of mentoring. The content for the training is offered at no-cost through the DreamBuilder online platform. The second program element is facilitating a course that is part of the Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative, which will seek 15 participants whos businesses are at more advanced level. The course should run for six months using the curriculum of the Global Entrepreneurship Sustainable Business course. The third program element is organizing and hosting an AWE conference in Rwanda, designed to be a full two-day program targeting 80 AWE alumnae. The program will have the following objectives: Objective 1 Ensure that more women have the skills, capabilities, and resources to fully participate in the economy. Objective 2 Promote women's social and economic empowerment. Objective 3 Continue to build on past AWE cohorts to strengthen the entrepreneurial eco-system in Rwanda for women. Participants and Audiences: For the DreamBuilder program, selection criteria will be based on having a small business or business idea. The target audience will be 30 women aged 25-45 who are starting businesses or have just started one and want to learn how to grow it. For the Global Entrepreneurship Sustainable Business course, participant selection criteria should be based on type of business, maturity of business, and education level of applicants. This course targets women aged 25 to 45 who have strong computer and internet skills. A bachelors degree is required. For the conference, selection criteria should be based on graduation from an AWE program, include a mix of participants from prior AWE cohorts, and have the availability to participant for two full days.

GCJ seeks to advance victim-survivor-centered investigations and prosecutions of perpetrators of atrocities committed in Burma since 2011, by supporting the implementation of the justice and accountability components of UN General Assembly resolution A/RES/78/219 with respect to the situation of human rights of Rohingya and other ethnic and/or religious minority groups in Myanmar. A successful project will result in the advancement of victim-survivor-centered investigations and prosecutions of perpetrators of atrocities committed in Burma since 2011.

This monthly grant provides $10,000 to women entrepreneurs in various business categories, with the opportunity to compete for a larger $25,000 grant at the end of the year.

This grant provides financial support to women entrepreneurs across various industries, offering multiple funding opportunities throughout the year to help both established and early-stage businesses thrive.

This funding opportunity provides $25,000 grants to women-owned businesses that have previously won smaller monthly grants, supporting their growth and development across various industries.

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.

This grant provides funding to community nonprofits, churches, schools, and government agencies in northeast Michigan to support initiatives that address issues important to women in the region.

This program provides financial support to women-owned or operated businesses along Route 66 to help maintain operations, aid in reopening, and promote new ventures.

This initiative provides financial support to women-owned small businesses in San Francisco to help them grow through various improvement projects, such as marketing and equipment upgrades.

The Elk County Community Foundation is seeking applications for its Women Who Care Grant Program. Donor Name: Elk County Community Foundation State: Pennsylvania County: Elk County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Women Who Care strives to educate, encourage, and expand the number of women committed to philanthropy in order to strengthen community by providing funds and assistance to issues that are important to families. The Women Who Care Fund welcomes grant applications as part of its mission to provide funding for projects that have the most impact for the families in communities. Funding Information Maximum annual award from Women Who Care is $5000. Eligibility Criteria Awards are limited to nonprofit charitable organizations with current exempt status as defined by the Internal Revenue Code – Section 501(c)(3) and schools or municipalities. Limitations of Women Who Care Awards Women Who Care does not make awards to individuals. make awards for capital campaigns or to fund endowments. fund the same project more than once – unless there are unusual circumstances. fund organizations that promote a particular religious or political ideology. fund advertising, dinner galas or other fundraising events. fund contributions to the general fund of an organization. fund overhead administrative cost exceeding 10% of request. The applications recommended to the membership will be based on: Quality of the Project/Services Number of Individuals Served Management of the Project. For more information, visit Elk County Community Foundation.

The Legal Foundation of Washington’s (LFW) Native American & Tribal Communities Grant is designed to build and strengthen the capacity of civil legal aid services for Native and Tribal communities in Washington State. Donor Name: Legal Foundation of Washington State: Washington County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: LFW has partnered with Native and woman-led consulting firm, Kauffman and Associates, to create a culturally responsive and community-driven grant opportunity that includes an application review panel of community experts and on-going technical assistance. The foundation aim to: Expand civil legal aid programming for Native communities; Invest in Indigenous models and approaches to civil justice; Build long-lasting legal aid infrastructure, partnerships, and support for Native and Tribal communities; and Elevate promising legal aid strategies through collaborative learning. Funding Information LFW expects to award 5-10 grants ranging between $100,000 to $750,000 each. Project Period The grant term is three years: January 1, 2025-December 31, 2027. Eligible Grant Activities Proposals must be focused on civil legal aid work for low-income Native American clients in Washington State. Examples of eligible grant activities include: Peacemaking civil courts using traditional methods of restorative practice Partnerships between Tribal Courts and neighboring pro bono volunteer attorney programs Culturally responsive legal clinics embedded in trusted community-based organizations Eligibility Criteria LFW funds civil legal aid programs serving low-income families in Washington State. Types of eligible applicants include, but are not limited to: Tribal Nations, Tribal agencies, and Tribally chartered nonprofits Native-led nonprofits; Nonprofits serving Native American clients; and Collaborative proposals between multiple of the above listed types of organizations. For more information, visit LFW.

This funding opportunity provides financial support and promotional exposure to women entrepreneurs who own small businesses in the U.S., helping them grow and connect with their communities.

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 "Strengthening Workers' Rights in Malaysia's Electronic Supply Chain" grant aims to provide $3 million for a project in Malaysia that supports workers and their organizations in advocating for improved occupational safety, health standards, and gender-responsive standards, while also addressing gender-based violence and harassment in the electronics sector through increased union participation and collective bargaining.

The City of Tacoma is soliciting proposals for its 2025-2026 Neighborhood and Community Services Grant Program. Donor Name: City of Tacoma State: Washington City: Tacoma Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  07/02/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The City is seeking a wide variety of groups to apply for 2025-2026 service contracts, including agencies and organizations that support youth, seniors, people experiencing homelessness, and much more. There are eight service categories that the City is prioritizing for the 2025-2026 funding cycle: Housing Services and Interventions Increase access to permanent, stable housing in order to end the cycle of homelessness. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery Collaborative service delivery to holistically transition individuals experiencing homelessness to housing Provide a comprehensive range of supportive services that facilitates housing stability for the following populations at 60% Area Median Income (AMI): Persons who are homeless or at-risk of being homeless, including families with children Unaccompanied homeless youth or young adults Persons with disabilities, including behavioral health disabilities Veterans Senior citizens Domestic violence survivors Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Resources for households facing housing crises Integration of culturally competent and trauma-informed practices into programs Expanded services aimed at enhancing life skills and maintaining adequate housing with an emphasis on addressing racial disparities through increased housing stability for marginalized communities Encampment Response Increase access to resources through outreach and address public health and safety concerns. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery Collaborative service delivery Trauma-informed, culturally competent service delivery Hours of services include weekends, evenings, and nontraditional working hours Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Navigation services that improve access for individuals to access shelter, housing, and/or healthcare services Outreach to people who are living in inhabitable spaces Immediate support to individuals in encampments Long-term solutions that will support individuals towards shelter alternatives and/or directly into stable housing options Domestic Violence Reduction and Prevention Increase best practices and data-informed strategies, that are culturally relevant, to reduce and prevent family and intimate partner violence. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery Provide services that reduce family and intimate partner violence Provide trauma-informed, healing-centered services to the whole family Provide best practices and/or data driven strategies in service delivery model Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Services that increase access to resources, promote resiliency, and are culturally relevant Prevention and intervention services for the individual and family Licensed Mental and/or Behavioral Health Services, Certified Peer Counselor, or accreditation appropriate for the level of services being offered Support groups, classes, innovative practices that promote healing Building Resilience Against Violence and Exploitation (BRAVE)  Reduce the likelihood at-risk youth will become involved in criminal activity and violent crime. Utilize prevention, intervention, suppression, and collaboration efforts to foster safe neighborhoods and encourage community leadership. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery. Focus on the Hilltop, Eastside, West of the Mall, and Hosmer communities, addressing the target age group of 30 years of age and younger Offer culturally responsive services for those under 30 years of age most effected by violence: Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) young men, girls/women, justice-connected youth, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and more (LGBTQ+) youth Provide data-informed strategies in service delivery model Demonstrate collaboration among community-based organizations  Conduct street outreach, when applicable  Demonstrate year-round program delivery, especially outside of school hours Provide individual service plans, goal setting and case management services Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Positive youth development opportunities that include one or more of the following: family engagement, education supportive services, financial literacy, mentorship, social and emotional learning opportunities, economic empowerment Crisis intervention services (i.e., Licensed Mental/Behaviors Health and Substance Use Disorder services, or accreditation appropriate for service delivery, Peer Certified Counseling supports, small groups, innovative healing centered programs) Early intervention for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Navigation of basic need resources that remove barriers Innovative programs that promote protective factors and reduce risk factors Mental and behavioral health training Health and Health Care Improve health outcomes and equitable access to healthcare for all Tacoma residents. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery Increase equitable access to health care for historically marginalized populations (i.e., BIPOC, LGBTQ+) by utilizing collaborative/coordinated services and system navigation Active engagement in community outreach when applicable Services that increase access to resources, promote health outcomes, and are culturally relevant Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Behavioral and/or mental health prevention, intervention, and treatment services Substance use disorder prevention, intervention, and treatment services Licensed Mental and/or Behavioral Health Services, Certified Peer Counselor, or accreditation appropriate for the level of services being offered Prenatal, maternal, and infant supports Transportation resources Navigation of supplemental resources for uninsured, underinsured, and undocumented individuals Mental and behavioral health training Equitable Food Access Increase access to nutritious meals and food options for all Tacoma residents. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery Promote equitable access across all socio-economic demographics Active engagement in community outreach Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Delivery of nutritious and culturally relevant food Food education (i.e., food safety, nutrition, grocery budgeting and meal planning, etc.) Distribution of meals and essential products Mobile and stationary food banks and food pantries Complementary Services Provide individuals and families access to a continuum of tailored supports to prevent and end homelessness. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: – Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery Improve access and collaboration to resources and/or enhancements to Tacoma’s systems and services Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Navigation services that improve access for individuals to access shelter, housing, and/or healthcare services Legal services Workforce development programs Detox facilities and mental health, behavioral health, or substance-use treatment services Funding Information $8,000,000 to be split among various projects. The anticipated duration of the contract is up to a two-year period. Eligibility Criteria Respondents must demonstrate: Experience with the population requesting to serve Experience working in and with ethnically and culturally diverse communities Experience with data collection and reporting systems Knowledge of human services issues in the City of Tacoma Agency and/or fiscal agent must have: Washington State and City of Tacoma business license Been in business a minimum of two years Proven evidence-based best practices in programming For more information, visit City of Tacoma.

The Connection, Health, & Equity through Food (CHEF) Grant Program is a collaborative network of organizations and volunteer initiatives across Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Eastern Massachusetts, and Upstate New York that are focused on increasing older adults’ equitable access to healthy food and social connection. Donor Name: Maine Council on Aging State: Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Vermont County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Connection, Health, & Equity through Food (CHEF) grant program will provide funding to increase older adults’ equitable access to food and social connections in their communities. Grants will allow awardees to make investments in programmatic infrastructure, sustainably expand current programming and/or launch innovative, new programming that supports the food and social connection needs of older people. Priority will be given to projects and programs that serve diverse older people, veterans, and older people living with disabilities. Funds can also be used to help find solutions to the root causes of food insecurity and social isolation, including but not limited to poverty, transportation, rurality, and language barriers. The CHEF program is administered by the Maine Council on Aging. Purpose The focus of this grant program is to increase older adults’ equitable access to healthy food and social connection, with a particular focus on rural communities and underserved and marginalized older people including: BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) LGBTQ+- (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Queer or Questioning) Women Veterans People Living with Disabilities People Living in Rural Communities. Funding Information The minimum amount that can be requested is $500. Although no maximum has been set, they would anticipate that most grants would be in the $2,000 – $10,000 range. Eligibility Criteria  The grant-funded activity must primarily serve older people. Thus, if your program serves people of all ages, you should provide data on the number of older people served, and this number must be 50.1% of the overall population served, or the grant-funded activity should focus primarily on the older adults currently being served. Grants will only be made to applicants serving older people in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Eastern Massachusetts, and Upstate New York. Applicants must serve people who may access a Hannaford Supermarket to purchase food. The organization itself does not have to be located in a community with a Hannaford store. As an example, any statewide organization in one of these states would qualify. Regional organizations that serve at least one community with a Hannaford Supermarket qualify, even if the other communities do not. They recognize that people in some rural areas may drive a substantial distance for groceries, so they will be liberal in interpreting this restriction. Eligible Organizations: Public and non-profit organizations Municipalities Faith Groups Tribal Governments Educational Institutions Note: If you do not have an IRS nonprofit or 501(c)3 designation, please find a fiscal sponsor for your program/idea. For more information, visit Maine Council on Aging.