Giving Joy Grant 2026

About

A grant program providing funding of up to $500 for women entrepreneurs to propose new ideas or expand ongoing initiatives that improve the lives of women, girls, or families. Successful applicants will receive support for project implementation and must demonstrate clear social and economic benefits for their communities.

Benefits

• 💰Funding Support
  Funding of up to $500
• 🎓Project Implementation Support
  Successful applicants receive a briefing session and support for project implementation
• 🌍Social Impact
  Projects must demonstrate clear social and/or economic benefits for multiple women/families/communities.

Eligibility Criteria

• Women ages 18 and up
• No geographic restrictions
• Applicants do not need an existing business; can propose new ideas or expand ongoing initiatives
• Projects must focus on improving the lives of women, girls, or families
• Projects must demonstrate clear social and/or economic benefits for multiple women/families/communities.

Participation Commitments

• Applications must be submitted online only
• Applicants may apply once per cycle
• Previous winners cannot reapply
• Projects must be implemented within six months after receiving the grant.

Target Region

Global

Target Sector

All sectors