Empowering Queensland Women grants are one-off grants of up to $10,000 supporting community groups and organisations across Queensland to develop and deliver initiatives that align with the Queensland Government’s strategic priorities for women and girls.

Empowering Queensland Women will focus on addressing the unique issues faced by women and girls that prevent them from achieving economic security.

Funding

A total of $540,000 (excluding GST) in funding is available across two rounds per year.

Each individual grant is up to $10,000 (excluding GST), with a total funding pool of $270,000 per round.

Key dates

2026 Round 2 is now closed.

Funding announcements for each round are typically made 3-4 months after applications close.

All applicants will be notified of the outcome with successful applicants published on our website.

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide  updates until the approval process is finalised. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Resources for applicants

Grant funding recipients

General feedback for applicants

The General feedback for applicants (PDF, 708 KB) (DOCX, 633 KB) document helps all applicants of the Empowering Queensland Women grant program improve their applications. It includes key insights and common mistakes to avoid, giving you the best chance of success in future rounds.

Get in touch

If you'd like more information about the grant program or application process, call 1800 177 577 or email women@qld.gov.au.

Please join our mailing list for updates about future rounds.

Past Investing in Queensland Women grant recipients

Last reviewed:01 April 2025

Last modified:15 April 2026

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