We give grants to women-owned businesses

The Amber Grant Foundation began in 1998, launched in conjunction with the entrepreneurial community for women. Our foundation was set up with one goal in mind: to honor the memory of a very special young woman -- Amber Wigdahl -- who died at just 19 years old.

Amber Grants make it possible for other women to achieve the dreams that Amber never had a chance to pursue. Questions? Just check out our FAQ or send us an email!

Meet Our Advisory Board

Christina Lambert

Christina Lambert

Christina was born in Seneca Falls, NY, site of the first Women’s Rights Convention in 1848. Fittingly – she has carried forward a spirited advocacy for women-owned businesses and has been instrumental in several booming start-ups. Christina is a natural networker for entrepreneurs, volunteering her time to help women business owners connect. Her passion is in “customer service marketing” as a way to grow businesses organically. “Give your customers personable one-on-one service, and you’ll develop a loyalty that will have them spending more money with you – and telling all their friends about you.” Christina has been on the WomensNet Advisory Board since 2008.

Marcia Layton Turner

Marcia Layton Turner

Marcia is a bestselling author and freelance writer who founded the Association of Ghostwriters. Her work has appeared in Businessweek, Entrepreneur, Woman’s Day, and Black Enterprise, among many others, as well as on Amex OPEN Forum, CNNMoney, and iVillage. She earned her MBA from the University of Michigan.

Kelsey Ptucha

Kelsey Ptucha

Kelsey Ptucha is an online marketing professional who’s focused on consistently growing her skillset every day. Her optimistic attitude and knack for entrepreneurship make her the perfect candidate to help women’s business dreams become realities. Kelsey graduated from SUNY Fredonia with dual Bachelors of Science degrees in Marketing and Computer Information Systems.

How It Works:

  1. Apply right now by telling us your story. No lengthy, complicated forms.
  2. Our judges pick a $2,000 Amber Grant recipient each month.
  3. One of our 12 monthly winners will be awarded our $25,000 Amber Grant at the end of 2019.

Get a Womens Business Grant

"These grants have helped dozens of women become successful in business. It is always hard to get the necessary funds to start a business since banks or financial institutions often require many conditions. Amber Grants try to fill that void, so more women can have the opportunity to develop themselves as business women."
- Martha Boone, eHow

What people are saying about WomensNet

WE Magazine for Women

The Amber Grant has been listed as number one on the 125 Grants, Loans and Scholarships for Women for over 9 years.

Michigan State University

WomensNet is Listed as one of the top grants for individual women.

Business Money Today

WomensNet listed as one of Business Money Today's True Business Grants.

USA Today

"The Amber Foundation helps women start businesses and helps existing ones grow. The funding grants are small but very helpful in getting you started. There is no requirement or expectation to repay the funds."