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Here is a list of grants available to women entrepreneurs:
Amber Grant: Awarded by WomensNet, this grant offers $10,000 to a woman-owned business every month, with an annual $25,000 grant awarded to one of the monthly winners.
Eileen Fisher Women-Owned Business Grant: This program supports women-owned businesses with grants of up to $10,000. To qualify, businesses must be majority women-owned and have a focus on social or environmental change.
The Cartier Women's Initiative: This global entrepreneurship program provides funding, coaching, and networking opportunities to women entrepreneurs. Seven laureates are awarded $100,000 each, while 14 finalists receive $30,000 each.
The Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program: This program provides ten women entrepreneurs with a $5,000 grant, access to a four-day workshop, and a year of support through their network.
FedEx Small Business Grant Contest: This contest is open to all small businesses, including those owned by women. Grants range from $15,000 to $50,000, and winners also receive FedEx services and support.
The Girlboss Foundation Grant: This grant, awarded biannually, offers $15,000 to female entrepreneurs in the fields of design, fashion, music, and the arts.
National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE) Growth Grants: NASE members can apply for grants up to $4,000 to help grow their businesses.
InnovateHER Women's Business Challenge: Sponsored by the Small Business Administration (SBA), this contest awards three winners with grants ranging from $10,000 to $40,000.
Women's Business Centers: While not a direct grant, the SBA funds Women's Business Centers across the United States to provide training, mentoring, and financing opportunities to women entrepreneurs.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs: These federal programs provide funding opportunities for small businesses, including those owned by women, to engage in research and development with commercial potential.
Open Meadows Foundation: This foundation offers grants of up to $2,000 to projects led by women that promote gender, racial, and economic justice.
The Halstead Grant: This annual grant awards $7,500 in cash and $1,000 in merchandise to an emerging jewelry artist with a women-owned business.
Women's Venture Fund: This organization provides funding, training, and support to women entrepreneurs, with a focus on minority women in underserved communities.
The Patrina Foundation: This foundation offers grants to organizations that support women and girls in various fields, including education, arts, and social services.
GrantsforWomen.org: This website compiles a comprehensive list of grants and funding opportunities available to women entrepreneurs, as well as resources and tips for applying.
*Please keep in mind that eligibility criteria, grant amounts, and application deadlines may have changed since this information was published, so it's essential to check the official websites for the most up-to-date information.