Grants for Women in Maine

There are many grants available to women living in the state of Maine. If you are in need of financial assistance with school, utility bills, or something else., keep reading to see what programs are out there that can help you.

Girlboss Grant

The Girlboss Foundation offers a grant to female entrepreneurs every two years in the amount of $15,000. This fabulous offer is available only to women who are pursuing undertakings that are creative in nature. Winners will be awarded a cash grant of $15,000 and will also be featured on the Girlboss platform to be showcased to the Girlboss community. The exposure alone is priceless. All projects should involve creative endeavours such as fashion, art, music, design, etc. You can find more information, as well as find out if you are eligible for this grant, by following the link here.

Cancer Care’s Financial Assistance Program

If you or a another woman you know is suffering from cancer, this program can help. Eligible women can receive financial aid for medicine, medical equipment, cancer treatments, and even childcare assistance. The great thing about this program, is that it offers assistance to children as well, and in some cases, even men. All types of cancer are eligible, however, funding is not always available at all times due to the foundation being a non-profit and relying solely on donations. However, if Cancer Care cannot help you personally, they will try to connect you with an organization that can. For more information, visit their website here.

Maine Women’s Fund (MWF)

The MWF has been around since 1998 and it promotes social change by investing in the aspirations of women and girls. Their mission is to not only transform lives, but to promote social change within the community via grants and networking. Since 1998, they have given out over $1.8 million dollars. They focus exclusively on enabling both girls and women to achieve financial security through education, leadership, and healthcare. To find out additional information, visit their website here.

The AAUW American Fellowships

This grant supports female scholars who are planning research leave, prepping research for publication, or completing a dissertation from an accredited college. Applicants are chosen based on grades, as well as overall project quality and originality. All projects submitted must help women and young girls within their respective communities. Applicants must be United States citizens (or a permanent resident), and women. To learn more and apply, visit the link provided here.

The Amber Grant

The Amber Grant program awards one woman per month with $1,000 in cash, year around. In addition, each month’s winner is entered to win an additional $10,000 at the end of the year. This is a business grant, offered exclusively to women, and funded 100% by WomensNet. The application can be completed online, but requires a bit of explaining about your business, yourself, and also what you plan to do with the money. It should be noted that you will have to pay a $15 application processing fee per application but you can apply as many times as you want. To learn more, and apply, head to the link here.

WIC

This federal program, which is available in Maine, focuses on nutrition and health for women and children. All children under the age of 5 are eligible (including foster kids). Mothers can receive support with nutritional plans, healthy food, healthcare, and more. Unfortunately, there is no online application, and you must go into your local WIC office to receive a consultation and benefits. To check eligibility requirements before you go, you can call toll free at 1 (800) 252-5942. Read more on this program by visiting the link here.

TANF

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) gives cash grants and service assistance to low-income families with children under the age of 18, single mothers included. The program’s intent is to help these families become financially independent. Income and other eligibility requirements must be met, see them here, as well as on the application page. One requirement with this grant program is that if you are receiving benefits, you must be actively looking for a job.

As you can see, Maine has a lot to offer its residents who are in need of assistance or grant money. With this sort of help you can get back on your feet, take that business to the next level, get assistance with your utilities, and more