The Free Money You're Probably Ignoring

Your BFD MOMENT: 6 Grants for Women Entrepreneurs in 2025

Let’s talk about one of the most overlooked parts of building your business: free money.

I’m not talking about “manifesting abundance” (though I do love a good affirmation). I’m talking about real dollars, no strings attached, that you do not have to pay back. Aka: grants.

If you're bootstrapping, side hustling, or just sick of paying for every damn thing out of pocket, then this post is your official permission slip to stop scrolling and start applying.

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Free Money for Female Founders? YES, please.

Here are a few powerful grants made specifically for women like us—dream-chasing, business-building, community-uplifting forces of nature:

Tory Burch Foundation Fellowship

This one's a BIG deal. You get a $5K grant, business education, and major brand clout. It's more than funding—it’s access.👉 Apply here

Cartier Women’s Initiative Regional Awards

International recognition and up to $100K in grant money? We love a luxury brand that invests in more than diamonds.👉 Apply here

Amber Grant for Women

A simple application (hallelujah) and monthly winners. They give out $10K every month and a $25K annual grant.👉 Apply here

Fund Her Future by Block Advisors (H&R Block)

$10K grants + free tax and business services. Yes, the tax people are finally giving you money.👉 Apply here

Amazon Business Small Business Grants

Sell your products? Run a service? You could win $25K, Amazon credits, and a ton of exposure.👉 Apply here

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program

Okay, this one isn’t a grant—but it is free business education, expert-led support, and access to capital through an incredible national cohort. If you’re ready to grow and scale, this is a no-brainer investment in your CEO skill set. 👉 Apply here

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Set Your Grant Founder Strategy

You don’t have to do all of them today, but I highly recommend carving out a few hours each month to apply. I like to call it a CEO Money Monday or Finance Friday—light a candle, open Notion, channel your inner high-level operator, and go for the gold.

Because building your business with only your own money and energy is a fast track to burnout.

So say YES to funding. Say YES to opportunity. Say YES to letting someone else foot the bill for once.