Women for Women
The Women for Women grant supports organizations advancing equity and empowerment for women and girls in Western North Carolina through flexible, unrestricted funding.
Funder: Community Foundation of Western North Carolina
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Recent grants typically range from $50,000–$100,000 for one year; all grants are for unrestricted general operating support.
Summary: Supports initiatives that advance equity, opportunity, and empowerment for women and girls in Western North Carolina through collective giving and strategic grantmaking.
Key Information: Only 501(c)(3) nonprofits or government entities serving women/girls in 18 WNC counties are eligible; funding focus is affordable housing, childcare, and/or nutrition.
Description
The Women for Women (WFW) grant program, administered by the Community Foundation of Western North Carolina, is designed to improve the lives of women and girls in Western North Carolina. Through collective giving and strategic grantmaking, WFW invests in organizations that address inequities and dismantle discriminatory systems affecting marginalized women and girls. The program prioritizes general operating support, empowering grantees to allocate funds where they are most needed to advance their missions. Since its inception in 2006, WFW has awarded over $5.5 million to initiatives fostering shared prosperity, belonging, and equitable opportunities for all who identify as women and girls.
