Grant opportunities for USA, Nigeria, China, Pakistan, Trinidad and Tobego, and Ghana
I tried to ensure that I selected grants that were year around for you all. So please read all details before applying. USA Amber Grant for Women (WomensNet) - Focus: Women-owned businesses and some nonprofits (51%+ women-owned/led). - Amount: Monthly grants (commonly around 10,000) plus larger year‑end awards. - Timing: Applications accepted year‑round; new recipients selected monthly. - Application link: https://ambergrantsforwomen.com/get-an-amber-grant/ IFundWomen Universal Grant Program - Focus: Women-owned startups and small businesses; many partnered corporate grants flow through this platform. - Amount: Varies by grant cycle; often 5,000–10,000 plus coaching/resources. - Timing: Rolling; different grant partners open/close throughout the year.] - Application portal (create profile + Universal Grant Application): https://www.ifundwomen.com/grants/apply-for-grants Nigeria SheAscends Program 2026 – Women Entrepreneurs (₦100,000,000 Pool) - Focus: Early and mid‑growth women‑led businesses in Nigeria, especially Lagos and other key hubs. - Support: Accelerator program plus access to a ₦100,000,000 grant pool for selected participants. - Info / application details: https://opportunitydesk.org/2026/01/21/sheascends-program-2026/ SMEDAN “GROWHer” Accelerator Programme – Women‑Led Businesses - Focus: Nigerian women‑owned MSMEs ready to scale, access new markets, and secure funding. - Support: High‑impact accelerator with mentorship, training, investor networking, and funding opportunities. - Info & application (check for current/open cohort): https://smedan.gov.ng/our-programs/growher/ Pakistan Visa & HBL “She’s Next” Pakistan Grant - Focus: Women entrepreneurs in Pakistan (for‑profit small businesses, often also welcoming social enterprises).