international-finance-corporation-(ifc)-women-led-business-grant-2026-(up-to-$750k)
International Finance Corporation (IFC) Women-Led Business Grant 2026 (up to $750K)
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Deadline: August 20, 2026

Applications are open for the IFC Women-Led Business Grant 2026. This program targets businesses founded or led by women, providing non-dilutive funding alongside leadership coaching and a global peer network. The program supports growth across all sectors.

For more than 65 years, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has worked with private enterprises in developing countries to mobilize capital, expertise, and influence. Their grant programs complement long-term debt and equity to unlock projects that markets alone cannot finance.

Funding

  • The funding ranges from $25K – $750K

Eligibility

  • Open to businesses with at least 51% women ownership or women in C-suite leadership roles.
  • Applicants may be from anywhere in the world.

Application

Submissions take about 15 minutes. Decision in 4–6 weeks. Application closes on August 20, 2026.

Click here to apply

For more information, visit IFC Women-Led Business Grant.

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