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Grant Opportunities For Women (A-B)
Below is a listing (in alphabetical order) of the top organizations
and foundations that provide grants for women:
Altrusa
International Foundation
The Altrusa International Foundation is a not-for-profit, philanthropic
corporation established in 1962 by Altrusa International, Inc., a worldwide
volunteer service organization devoted to contributing to human well-being
through the development and implementation of effective local community
service programs. Volunteers and beneficiaries include women and men.
Grant Amount: $250 - $1,000
More Info: www.altrusa.com
American
Association of University Women (AAUW)
Features information on fellowships, grants, and awards for female students,
presented by the American Association of University Women (AAUW) in
Washington, D.C. Discusses AAUW Educational Foundation fellowships and
grants, AAUW Legal Advocacy Fund support for sex discrimination lawsuits,
and the International Federation of University Women.
Grant Amount: Varies
More Info: www.aauw.org/fga/index.cfm
and www.aauw.org/3000/fdnfelgra/career.html
Arcus Foundation
Provides grants through several funds, to include the Arcus Fund, Gay
& Lesbian Fund, Great Apes Fund, and the National Fund. The Arcus
Foundation envisions and contributes to a pluralistic world that celebrates
diversity and dignity, invests in social justice, and promotes tolerance
and compassion.
Grant Amount: Varies
More Info: www.arcusfoundation.org
Arthur M.
Blank Family Foundation
The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation is committed to supporting programs
and organizations that create opportunity, enhance self-esteem and increase
awareness about cultural and community issues among young men and women.
Grant Amount: Varies
More Info: www.blankfoundation.org
Association
For Women In Mathematics
The purpose of the Association for Women in Mathematics is to encourage
women and girls to study and to have active careers in the mathematical
sciences, and to promote equal opportunity and the equal treatment of
women and girls in the mathematical sciences.
Grant Amount: Varies
More Info: www.awm-math.org
The Astraea
National Lesbian Action Foundation
This foundation works for social, racial and economic justice in the
U.S. and internationally. Our grant-making and philanthropic advocacy
programs help lesbians and allied communities challenge oppression and
claim their human rights.
Grant Amount: Varies
More Info: www.astraea.org
Association
for Women In Science Scholarships and Fellowships
Each year, the AWIS Educational Foundation offers predoctoral awards
and college scholarships for high school seniors in the amount of $1,000.
A new program, the Kirsten R. Lorentzen Award, is for college sophomores
or juniors studying physics or geoscience.
Grant Amount: $1,000
More Info: www.awis.org/careers/edfoundation.html
Avon Foundation
The Avon Foundation is committed to the mission to improve the lives
of women and their families. Now past the half century milestone, the
Avon Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity that brings this mission
to life through two key areas of focus: breast cancer and domestic violence.
Grant Amount: Varies
More Info: www.avoncompany.com/women
Barbara
Lee Family Foundation
The Barbara Lee Family Foundation was founded by Barbara Lee to strategically
advance two of her longstanding passions – women in politics and
the contemporary arts. The Women in Politics Program Area is dedicated
to engaging women in the American democratic process and promoting their
participation at all levels of government.
Grant Amount: Not listed.
More Info: www.barbaraleefoundation.org
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