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Action for Women’s Health
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Canada
Funding for organizations dedicated to improving women’s health worldwide.
Grant and Funding
Overview
Action for Women’s Health provides flexible grants up to 5 million USD to organizations worldwide dedicated to enhancing women’s mental and physical health. The program supports scaling proven initiatives and fostering innovative health solutions that promote equity, inclusivity, and improved access to health services for women, especially those in marginalized communities.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Increasing community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 3, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Activities funded
- Developing and expanding women's health programs
- Implementing innovative health interventions for women
- Scaling existing health services to reach more women
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 3,000,000
Implementing telehealth services to enhance women's mental health
Documents Needed
Application form, organizational details, project outline, supporting documents as requested.
Eligibility
Organizations serving women, with a record of improving women's health, and committed to scaling their work.
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations serving women
- Community health organizations focused on women's health
- Healthcare providers implementing women's health programs
Eligible expenses
Support for program expansion, operational costs, and activities directly improving women's health.Selection criteria
- Organizational impact potential on women’s health
- Proven track record in women’s health initiatives
- Ability to scale programs effectively
- Commitment to health equity and inclusivity
How to apply
Register on the application portal and complete organizational assessment.Complete the organizational readiness tool available online.Prepare and submit the application form along with supporting documents.Review and confirmation of application submission.Await notification of funding decision by December 2025.
Additional information
Eligible organizations should assess their readiness via the Organizational Readiness Tool before applying.
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