About Organisation
Giving Joy is a nonprofit organisation that supports women entrepreneurs and changemakers by providing small grants, mentorship and practical support. The organisation focuses on helping women develop ideas that create positive economic or social impact in their communities. Its global grant programme is open to women from different countries and backgrounds, including those starting new initiatives or expanding existing projects. Giving Joy aims to make funding more accessible to women who may not have access to traditional financial resources. Through its 2026 grant cycle, the organisation is offering microgrants to support businesses, nonprofit initiatives and community projects that benefit women, girls and families.
About the Grant
The Giving Joy Microgrant 2026 provides small-scale financial support to women entrepreneurs and changemakers worldwide. The Fall 2026 grant cycle is designed to help applicants start or expand a business, nonprofit organisation or community project that generates positive economic or social benefits for women, girls and families. Selected applicants can receive a one-time microgrant of up to US$500, along with mentorship and participation in the Giving Joy community. The grant can support practical activities and project expenses during a six-month implementation period. Applications for the Fall 2026 cycle are open from 1 September through 30 September 2026.
Who can Apply?
The Giving Joy Microgrant is open to women aged 18 years or older from any country. Applicants may apply with a business idea, an existing business, a nonprofit initiative or a specific community project. The proposed activity should create a positive economic or social benefit for women, girls or families. Applicants do not necessarily need to have an established business or organisation before applying. The programme is intended for practical, feasible ideas that can be implemented within the grant period. Applicants should be prepared to explain their project, expected beneficiaries, planned activities and how the requested funding will be used.
How to Apply?
Eligible applicants should complete the Giving Joy online application during the Fall 2026 grant cycle. Applicants need to describe their proposed project or initiative, explain its expected impact and provide information about how the microgrant will be spent. A practical budget and details about the people expected to benefit should be included. Applications must be submitted online by 30 September 2026. Giving Joy will review applications during October and November before announcing selected grant recipients.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is 30 September 2026
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
