EmpowHer Grants
This funding opportunity provides financial support and leadership resources to female entrepreneurs dedicated to addressing important social issues through their businesses.
The 2025 EmpowHer Grant Application Q1, offered by the Boundless Futures Foundation, provides funding and leadership support to female entrepreneurs working to address significant social issues. The grant aligns with the foundation’s mission to empower women building businesses that create a boundless societal impact. Applications are due by February 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM. Applicants must adhere to the foundation’s Code of Conduct, which emphasizes equality and inclusivity in business practices. Grantees are expected to foster non-discriminatory workplaces and avoid divisive, harmful, or discriminatory actions across all platforms, including social media. The foundation does not provide financial support to entities reliant on contested legislation, politically aligned causes, lobbying, illegal activities, or religious doctrine promotion. Applications are accepted exclusively through Submittable, an online platform where applicants can create a free account or sign in using Google or Facebook credentials. The platform allows users to save drafts and return to their application later. To ensure smooth use, applicants should access Submittable via supported browsers like Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari, as Internet Explorer is not supported. Notifications about application status will be sent through Submittable, typically within 12-16 weeks of submission. For technical issues, applicants should refer to the Submitter Resource Center or contact Submittable Customer Support. The foundation is not responsible for resolving technical problems. Additional resources and alternative application submission methods are available on the Boundless Futures Foundation website. This grant represents a significant opportunity for aspiring female entrepreneurs to gain financial support and leadership resources to advance their socially impactful ventures. Applicants are encouraged to review the foundation’s requirements carefully and ensure timely submission through the Submittable platform.
Award Range
Not specified - $25,000
Total Program Funding
Not specified
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
No
Additional Details
Grant funding is remitted as reimbursement for business-related expenses after proof of payment is submitted.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Female founders 22 years of age and older with businesses registered and operating in the United States. An applicant’s business must 1) make a clear social impact, 2) be a registered for-profit entity, 3) be earning revenue, and 4) not be more than 3 years old. To be awarded grant funding, applicants self-report a credit score and agree to a third-party background check. Please refer to the Boundless Futures Foundation website for more information. Businesses that are eligible for an EmpowHer Grant address one of the following social issues* through their product or business model: Poverty & Hunger Sustainability & the Environment Strong Communities
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
Not specified
Application Closes
Not specified
Grantor
Boundless Futures Foundation
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