Here are some small business grants specifically for women entrepreneurs across the U.S.:
1. Amber Grant for Women
- Description: Awarded monthly to a woman entrepreneur, with an annual grand prize given to one recipient.
- Grant Amount: $10,000 monthly; $25,000 grand prize.
- Eligibility: Women-owned businesses of all kinds.
- Website: Amber Grant
2. Tory Burch Foundation Fellowship
- Description: Offers a grant and access to mentorship and business resources.
- Grant Amount: $5,000.
- Eligibility: Women entrepreneurs in the U.S. who own a majority stake in their business.
- Website: Tory Burch Foundation
3. Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards
- Description: Aims to support women-led businesses focusing on sustainability and social impact.
- Grant Amount: $30,000–$100,000.
- Eligibility: Open to women entrepreneurs worldwide, including the U.S.
- Website: Cartier Women’s Initiative
4. IFundWomen Universal Grant Application Database
- Description: Connects women entrepreneurs to various grant opportunities based on their business type and stage.
- Grant Amount: Varies.
- Eligibility: Open to women entrepreneurs in various industries.
- Website: IFundWomen
5. Comcast RISE Grant
- Description: Provides marketing consultations, media placements, and technology makeovers to businesses owned by women and people of color.
- Grant Amount: Services worth thousands of dollars.
- Eligibility: Women-owned small businesses in specific locations (check for updates).
- Website: Comcast RISE
6. Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs
- Description: Grants for women entrepreneurs in research and technology.
- Grant Amount: $50,000–$250,000 (Phase I); up to $1 million (Phase II).
- Eligibility: Open to small businesses engaged in R&D.
- Website: SBIR/STTR
7. Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contracting Program
- Description: Helps women entrepreneurs compete for federal contracts and funding.
- Grant Amount: Varies based on contract size.
- Eligibility: Must certify as a WOSB or EDWOSB.
- Website: WOSB Program