New microgrants for women every month

Microgrants that meet the moment

Microgrants for women from $100 to $5,000 — because we all need a little extra support from time to time.

QUICK, EASY, SECURE

How microgrants work

Our microgrant application is designed to be a straightforward app women can complete in just a few minutes. New microgrants drop monthly, curated to meet the everyday realities of women's lives at that moment. Our promise? We believe getting financial support should alleviate stress, not add to it.

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STEP 1: Apply in under 5 minutes

Tell us about yourself in just a few questions. No lengthy paperwork.

STEP 2: NFW reviews your application

Grant cycles close on the 22nd of every month. Applications are then reviewed by the NFW team.

STEP 3: Find out grant selection

Applicants are notified if their grant application was approved or not approved on the last day of the month.

STEP 4: Funds are sent securely

After you're approved for a microgrant, you'll be prompted to input the appropriate information, and your grant funds will be delivered immediately via a digital transfer.

CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

May Microgrants

Financial support for moms, groceries, and childcare.

Apply by May 22

$250 Mother's Day Grant

We want to give a big ole shout out to all the moms. In honor of Mother's Day, nominate yourself or a mom who could use an extra $250.

Apply by May 22

$500 Groceries

Destiny's Child asked, "Can you pay my bills?" Well, NFW is trying. Apply for $500 to help take the pressure off your grocery trips.

Apply by May 22

$5,000 Childcare Support

Summer’s almost here, and childcare plans are… a work in progress. We get it - throw this in the mom group chat.

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Support when you need it.

Whether it’s an unexpected medical bill or taking the first step towards starting your own business, our microgrants are here to help. New grants open on the first of each month and typically fit within one of the following buckets:

$100-$500 MICROGRANTS

Right Now Relief & Just Because Support

No-drama financial support for immediate needs — includes moments when something small threatens to knock everything off track to surprise & delight, "just because we can" give moments from NFW

$500-$2,500 microgrants

Get Ahead Support

Financial support that stabilizes and creates momentum — the kind of help that changes what’s possible next by addressing the stuff that keeps women stuck or stretched

$2,500-$5,000 microgrants

Build Something Bigger

Capital that unlocks growth, ambition, and ownership — for the ideas you've been piecing together after hours for you and your loved ones futures

FAQ

Questions? We've got answers.

Microgrants are small-dollar grants ($100 - $5,000) designed to provide fast, flexible financial relief for women facing economic pressures, unexpected costs, or seeking capital to stabilize or improve their economic future.

The National Fund for Women provides microgrants to individuals experiencing financial need, with a focus on addressing systemic inequities that disproportionately impact women. While we prioritize funding for women, we do not discriminate on the basis of sex and consider all eligible applicants consistent with our mission.

Fill out our quick and easy application so we can get to know you and how you’ll use the funds – it should take no more than five minutes!

Our applications are designed to be low-barrier and completed in under five minutes. We want to alleviate pressure, not add to it!

Yes, you can apply for up to three grants in the same month.

Yes! When starting the grant application, you will have the option to select whether the grant is for you or someone else. If nominating someone else, you will be prompted to provide their name and email address. If the grant is approved, both you and the person you nominated will be notified. If the grant is not approved, only you will be notified.

MEMBER STORIES

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NFW represents an opportunity for women to form a meaningful collective, giving voice to what could be one of the most powerful interest groups in the US.

MEMBERSHIP FUELS MICROGRANTS

Membership makes microgrants possible

Microgrants are open to all and always free to apply to. If you're already an NFW member, you can apply directly in the membership portal. If you're not yet a member, follow the application process and please consider selecting an optional $15 application fee. 100% of application fees go toward improving the lives of American women.

$15per year
  • Join women nationwide supporting one another
  • Access to grants, perks & discounts
  • Eligibility for microgrants for rent, utilities, childcare, and more
  • Surprise & delight giveaways at the Zero Dollar Store
  • Your membership directly supports women
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