State and foundation grants for women entrepreneurs: quick facts
While direct federal start-up grants for individuals are rare, real grant money for women entrepreneurs does exist at the state level and through private foundations and corporate programs. These are competitive, purpose-specific, and tied …
Administered by
State economic-development agencies and private foundations / corporate programs
Who it's for
Woman-owned businesses meeting each program's specific criteria
What it funds
Specific business activities defined by each program
Repayable?
Grant (not repaid)
Where to apply
Apply through the state agency or foundation running each program; verify on the official site
Full state and foundation grants for women entrepreneurs page →
Official sources: Grants.gov — the official federal grants database. This page is educational information, not financial or legal advice; grants are competitive and never guaranteed. See our sources & how-we-work policy.