Women Entrepreneurs Grants USA 2025
Comprehensive funding opportunities for women entrepreneurs and female business owners. Access specialized grants, SBA programs, and federal funding designed to support women-led businesses across America.
Women Entrepreneurs Impact
Women-owned businesses are among the fastest-growing segments of the economy, driving innovation and job creation.
Major Women's Business Funding Programs
Explore funding opportunities specifically designed to support women entrepreneurs and female business owners.
- • Business counseling & training
- • Access to capital programs
- • Networking opportunities
- • Government contracting assistance
- • Set-aside contracts
- • Sole-source opportunities
- • Industry-specific contracts
- • Priority consideration
- • Policy recommendations
- • Research & data analysis
- • Best practices development
- • Advocacy for women entrepreneurs
- • The Cartier Women's Initiative
- • Kiva Microfunds for Women
- • Amber Grant Foundation
- • Local women's business funds
- • Women in Tech accelerators
- • STEM research grants
- • Innovation competitions
- • Technology startup funding
- • State women's business centers
- • Local procurement opportunities
- • Regional development funds
- • Economic development incentives
Women-Owned Business Performance
Real data and statistics showing the impact and success of women-owned businesses in the American economy.
84%
Higher Success Rate
Women-owned businesses have an 84% higher success rate in loan repayment compared to male-owned businesses.
$1.9T
Economic Impact
Women-owned businesses contribute $1.9 trillion to the US economy annually, supporting millions of jobs.
21%
Five-Year Growth
Women-owned businesses have grown 21% over the past five years, twice the rate of all businesses.
40%
Of All Businesses
Women own 40% of all businesses in the United States, representing significant economic influence.
9.4M
Employer Businesses
9.4 million women-owned businesses employ at least one person, demonstrating job creation impact.
68%
Innovation Rate
68% of women-owned businesses introduce innovative products or services, driving market evolution.
Women's Business Grant Application Process
Follow these essential steps to successfully apply for women-focused business grants and funding.
Business Certification
Get WOSB certification and register with SAM.gov for federal opportunities.
Connect with WBCs
Find your local Women's Business Center for counseling and support.
Research Opportunities
Identify federal, state, and private funding sources for women.
Apply & Network
Submit applications and leverage women entrepreneur networks.
All Women's Business Grant Programs
Browse all available grants and funding programs for women entrepreneurs. Click "Application Guide" for detailed instructions.
Women's Business Grant Programs
5 grants found| Grant Name | Agency | Funding Amount | Deadline | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Federal funding for small businesses to engage in research and development with commercialization potential. FederalTechnology | Small Business Administration | $50,000 - $1,700,000 | Rolling applications | Active | Application Guide |
SBA Growth Accelerator Fund Funding to support small business accelerators and incubators that help entrepreneurs start and grow businesses. FederalSmall Business | Small Business Administration | $10,000 - $500,000 | March 30, 2025 | Active | Application Guide |
Women Business Centers Program Funding to support women entrepreneurs through business counseling and training. FederalWomen Entrepreneurs | Small Business Administration | $25,000 - $300,000 | May 20, 2025 | Active | Application Guide |
Minority Business Development Agency Grants Support for minority-owned businesses to access capital and expand operations. FederalMinority Business | Minority Business Development Agency | $15,000 - $400,000 | June 10, 2025 | Active | Application Guide |
California Small Business Loan Guarantee Program State-backed loan guarantees to help small businesses access capital. CaliforniaSmall Business | California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank | $50,000 - $2,500,000 | Rolling applications | Active | Application Guide |
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)
Federal funding for small businesses to engage in research and development with commercialization potential.
SBA Growth Accelerator Fund
Funding to support small business accelerators and incubators that help entrepreneurs start and grow businesses.
Women Business Centers Program
Funding to support women entrepreneurs through business counseling and training.
Minority Business Development Agency Grants
Support for minority-owned businesses to access capital and expand operations.
California Small Business Loan Guarantee Program
State-backed loan guarantees to help small businesses access capital.