November 2026 Grant Roundup: 5 Open Grants Worth Your Time
Hey, it's Deslyn. Here are the grants worth your time this month. I pulled them from our grant database, then my team checked every one on the funder's own page, so the amounts and deadlines below are current as of October 19, 2026. Pick the one you actually qualify for and start there.
Sephora x Fifteen Percent Pledge Beauty Grant
Award: $100,000 plus consulting
Deadline: Closes November 6
This is for you if you run a beauty or personal care product brand (skincare, haircare, makeup, fragrance, bath and body) that's at least 51% owned by an underrepresented founder, based in the US, with at least a year in business. One brand wins $100,000 plus pro-bono consulting and a meeting with Sephora merchants.
Business Freedom Grant
Award: $1,000
Deadline: Next review November 15, final deadline December 31
This is for you if you want a short, free application in any industry, even if you're still at the idea stage. The bank account and membership offers on their page are optional and don't affect eligibility.
Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program
Award: $2,000 education grant plus a yearlong fellowship
Deadline: Closes November 17
This is for you if you're a woman who owns at least 51% of a US for-profit business in any industry bringing in $75,000 or more a year. Fellows also get advisors, coaching, and workshops. Free to apply.
Shophand Small Business Boost Grant
Award: $5,000 ($2,500 cash plus $2,500 in services)
Deadline: Closes November 30
This is for you if you run a US for-profit business with fewer than 50 employees and under $5 million in revenue. You'll need to follow Shophand on Instagram, X, LinkedIn, and Facebook to qualify. No fee.
Walmart Spark Good Local Grants
Award: $250 to $5,000
Deadline: Current cycle closes December 31
This is for you if you run a 501(c)(3), a school, or a faith-based community project like a food pantry. You request funding from the Walmart store in your area through a free Spark Good account.
Checked on each funder's own page on October 19, 2026. Funders can change details, so always confirm on their site before you apply.
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