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Grants for Women and Women-Owned Businesses

Women and women-owned businesses can access dedicated grant programs from federal agencies, state economic development offices, and private foundations. Programs range from SBA women-owned small business set-asides to foundation grants supporting women in STEM, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
Clinical Validation of a Candidate Biomarker for Neurological or Neuromuscular Disorders (U01 Clinical Trial Optional)National Institutes of HealthVariesJun 22, 2026
FY 2026 HMEP Planning and Training Grant for TribesPipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin$50K - $250KJun 22, 2026
FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant ProgramFAA - Aviation Next GenUp to $1MJun 22, 2026
Micro-Grants for Food Security ProgramAgricultural Marketing Service$119K - $1.9MJun 22, 2026
Phase 2 Produce Prescription Pilot ProgramIndian Health Service$200K - $250KJun 22, 2026
FY 2026 HMEP Planning and Training Grant for TribesPipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin$50K - $250KJun 22, 2026
Micro-Grants for Food Security ProgramAgricultural Marketing Service$119K - $1.9MJun 22, 2026
Digital Health Technology Derived Biomarkers and Outcome Assessments for Remote Monitoring and Endpoint Development (UG3/UH3 - Clinical Trial Optional)National Institutes of HealthVariesJun 22, 2026
Analytical Validation of a Candidate Biomarker for Neurological or Neuromuscular Disorders(U01 Clinical Trial Optional)National Institutes of HealthVariesJun 22, 2026
Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant ProgramDepartment of Homeland Security - FEMAVariesJun 22, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions: Grants for Women

What federal grants target women-owned businesses?
The SBA's Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) program provides federal contracting set-asides. SBIR/STTR programs track and encourage women-owned applicants. The Amber Grant awards $10,000 monthly to women entrepreneurs. State economic development agencies often have women-specific business grants.
Are there STEM grants specifically for women?
Yes. NSF has multiple programs supporting women in STEM including ADVANCE (institutional transformation), S-STEM (scholarships), and research supplements for underrepresented groups. Private foundations like the L'Oreal-UNESCO Women in Science program also provide direct funding.
Can women-led nonprofits access special grant funding?
Many foundations prioritize women-led organizations, particularly those serving women and girls. The Ms. Foundation, Global Fund for Women, and Mama Cash specifically fund women-led nonprofits. Federal programs focused on maternal health, gender equity, and women's economic empowerment are also available.

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