Women & Girls Grants

171 foundations$153.2M total annual giving$11K median grant36 states with funders

Discover 171 grantmaking foundations funding women & girls programs, with combined annual giving of $153.2M. The median grant size for women & girls is $11K.

Women & Girls Grantmaking at a Glance

Foundations

171

Total Annual Giving

$153.2M

Total Assets Under Management

$1.2B

Median Grant Size

$11K

States with Funders

36

Total Grants on Record

6,759

Open Grant Opportunities

Live programs funding women & girls that your nonprofit can apply to now.

Open nowRolling / open intakeAward: $5K – $15K

Advocacy Grant (Collective Grants)

From Washington Women'S Foundation

AdvocacyGender equityRacial equity+1 more

Who can apply: Organizations serving women and girls most impacted by inequities; aligned with WaWF grant criteria and rubric; organizations are expected to be accountable to the communities they serve.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Aug 15, 2026)Award: Varies

Strategic Grants (Community Foundation Strategic Grantmaking)

From Fairfield County'S Community Foundation

housinghealtheducation+4 more

Who can apply: Nonprofits aligned with the foundation’s strategic priorities, including organizations working to ensure equitable access to housing, health services, education, and economic opportunity, and organizations engaged in civic engagement and advocacy.

Open nowCloses in 8 days (Aug 20, 2026)Award: $1K – $5K

Women’s Fund Grants

From Stateline Community Foundation

women and girlsemerging needsgaps in service+2 more

Who can apply: Local not-for-profit organizations serving the needs of women and girls in the Stateline Area.

Open nowCloses in 13 days (Aug 25, 2026)Award: $3K – $5K

Women and Girls Fund

From Community Foundation of Anne Arundel

women and girlseconomic securitywell-being+2 more

Who can apply: Nonprofits that help women and girls pursue positive, productive lives.

Open nowCloses in 14 days (Aug 26, 2026)Award: Up to $30K

Social Innovator Accelerator

From Social Innovation Forum

Advancing economic mobility for women and girlsArts and creativity for youth K-12Financial resilience+1 more

Who can apply: Must be a registered 501(c)(3) or use a fiscal agent that is a 501(c)(3); address a specific social need in at least one 2027 social issue track; at least 75% of services offered in Eastern Massachusetts; operating for at least 3 years; minimum of 1.5 paid FTEs; annual operating budget of $100,000–$2 million; uses data collection; has plans for the next 2-3 years; is responsive to community needs; works collaboratively; uses an innovative approach; leadership reflects and is accountable to the community served; has a fundraising strategy; and is seeking capacity building with interest and capacity to participate.

Open nowCloses in 19 days (Aug 31, 2026)Award: Up to $5K

Community Grant Rounds (Competitive Community Grants)

From Community Foundation for Oceana County

ArtsEducationHealth & Human Services+9 more

Who can apply: Organizations serving the greater Oceana County area, including nonprofits, churches, schools, public agencies, and local government units. Requests should align with grant priorities and generally be for distinct programs if submitting more than one proposal in a calendar year. The Foundation generally does not fund regular operating expenses, vehicles, special events, endowment campaigns, religious programs serving specific religious beliefs, or individuals.

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Largest Women & Girls Foundations

Texas Association Against Sexual Assault Inc

Austin, TX

Annual Giving

$7.9M

Total Assets

$2.8M

Median Grant

$70K

R24Local
MS FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN INC

BROOKLYN, NY

Annual Giving

$7.6M

Total Assets

$129.3M

Median Grant

$25K

R240National
GROVE ACTION FUND

LOS ALTOS, CA

Annual Giving

$4.1M

Total Assets

$15.3M

Median Grant

$55K

R24National
WOMEN'S BUSINESS ENTERPRISE NATIONAL COUNCIL

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$2.8M

Total Assets

$12.8M

Median Grant

$169K

R240National
AAUW ACTION FUND INC

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$300K

Total Assets

$649K

Median Grant

$300K

R24Local
CITY FEDERATION OF WOMEN'S ORGANIZATIONS INC

ITHACA, NY

Annual Giving

$71K

Total Assets

$1.6M

Median Grant

$5K

P83ZLocal
WOMAN'S RELIEF ASSOCIATION INC

MIAMI SHORES, FL

Annual Giving

$44K

Total Assets

$1.6M

Median Grant

$7K

P83Local

Explore Women & Girls Foundations

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Where Women & Girls Funders Are Located

Top 15 states by foundation count

CaliforniaView all
Foundations

27

Total Giving

$8.1M

New YorkView all
Foundations

16

Total Giving

$28.6M

Foundations

15

Total Giving

$12.2M

FloridaView all
Foundations

12

Total Giving

$1.3M

District of ColumbiaView all
Foundations

8

Total Giving

$35.5M

PennsylvaniaView all
Foundations

8

Total Giving

$500K

MassachusettsView all
Foundations

6

Total Giving

$4.9M

ArizonaView all
Foundations

6

Total Giving

$11.2M

New JerseyView all
Foundations

6

Total Giving

$918K

GeorgiaView all
Foundations

6

Total Giving

$2.4M

North CarolinaView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$588K

DelawareView all
Foundations

4

Total Giving

$782K

MinnesotaView all
Foundations

4

Total Giving

$1.6M

OklahomaView all
Foundations

4

Total Giving

$2.1M

VirginiaView all
Foundations

4

Total Giving

$790K

Types of Foundations in Women & Girls

Independent Foundation51 (29.8%)

$11.9M in annual giving

Family Foundation42 (24.6%)

$18.4M in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit22 (12.9%)

$37.7M in annual giving

Womens Fund12 (7.0%)

$20.9M in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation6 (3.5%)

$506K in annual giving

Other5 (2.9%)

$17.7M in annual giving

Corporate Foundation5 (2.9%)

$1.1M in annual giving

Other28 (16.4%)

$44.9M in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in Women & Girls

Median Grant Size

$11K

New Grantee Rate

44%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

63%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

The typical Women & Girls foundation awards grants of $11K. Approximately 44% of Women & Girls foundations actively fund new organizations, and 63% accept unsolicited proposals.

Frequently Asked Questions About Women & Girls Grants

How many foundations fund women & girls?
There are 171 grantmaking foundations that fund women & girls programs across 36 states.
What is the median grant size for women & girls?
The median grant from foundations funding women & girls is $11K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest women & girls foundations?
The largest foundations funding women & girls by annual giving include Texas Association Against Sexual Assault Inc, MS FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN INC, GROVE ACTION FUND, with combined giving of $19.6M.
Which states have the most women & girls funders?
The states with the most women & girls foundations are California (27), New York (16), Texas (15). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find women & girls grants for my nonprofit?
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