Grants for After School Programs

After-school program grants fund enrichment, tutoring, mentoring, STEM, arts, and youth development activities during out-of-school time. The 21st Century Community Learning Centers program is the largest federal source, while foundations, United Ways, and state agencies provide extensive additional funding.

293 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
Varies by year (e.g., $250,000 total distributed to 15 organizations in 2020)
15 AND THE MAHOMIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

15 for 15 Grant Program Overview: The Foundation's signature program that supports 15 youth charitable initiatives annually. Focus Areas: - Education and academics - Science - The arts - Classroom…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

2025-2027 Out of School Programs Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The 2025-2027 Out of School Programs Grant Program aims to support…

Over $2,000,000 (varies by award)
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF PBC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

21st Century Community Learning Centers Program Funder: U.S. Department of Education / Florida Department of Education Geographic Scope: Florida, specifically Palm Beach County Program Purpose:…

COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF THE DALLAS · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

21st Century Community Learning Centers/Texas ACE Cycle 11 Funder: US Department of Education Award Amount: $1,480,000 (5-year grant) Geographic Scope: Texas (Dallas ISD and Terrell ISD) Overview:…

NEW MEXICO OUT-OF SCHOOL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Advancing Youth Entrepreneurship Mini-Grant Overview: NMOST's Advancing Youth Entrepreneurship Mini-Grant supports entrepreneurship programs and youth business development in out-of-school time…

NH Dept of Education · Rolling / Open State

After Dark Pilot Program Grant The New Hampshire Department of Education (NHED) is issuing a request for applications to pilot an after-school hours alternative diploma program called After Dark,…

International Game Technology · Rolling / Open Foundation

After School Advantage Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Game Technology Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The After School Advantage (ASA) program by IGT aims to enhance…

GRAYS HARBOR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

After School Grants Funder: Grays Harbor Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Grays Harbor County, Washington Award Amount: Based on request Overview Grants to support after-school programs and…

$1,080,000 (2025-2026 school year)
UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

After School Out of School Time (ASOST) Grants Status: Active Geographic Scope: Central, North Central, and South Central Massachusetts Focus Areas: - Pre-K to 12th grade youth programs - After…

Illinois State Board of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

After School Programs – Non-School Districts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois State Board of Education Last Updated: September 20, 2025 Summary The FY 2025 After School Programs grant from the…

Friends of Salmon Bay · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

After-School Program Scholarships Organization: Friends of Salmon Bay (FOSB) Geographic Scope: Salmon Bay K-8 School, Seattle, WA Status: Active Overview Scholarships are available for students…

GARY PHILANTHROPY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Afterschool & Summer Enrichment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gary Philanthropy Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary Overview Gary Community Ventures is an impermanent…

VERMONT AFTERSCHOOL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Afterschool for All Grants Overview: A competitive grant program to help programs start up or expand afterschool, before school, summer, expanded learning, and third space programming for Vermont…

$750 maximum award
GEORGIA TENNIS FOUNDATION INC · December 5, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Afterschool Program Grant Purpose: Support schools or organizations aiming to foster a love for tennis among children beyond regular physical education classes. Broaden access to tennis programming…

Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AIE After-School/Summer Residency Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Heritage Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The AIE After-School/Summer Residency Grant,…

NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aim High Grant Program: One-Year Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York Life Foundation Amount: US $20,000 Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Aim High Grant Program offers one-year grants of…

NEW YORK LIFE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aim High Grant Program: Two-Year Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York Life Foundation Amount: US $100,000 Last Updated: December 17, 2025 Summary The Aim High Grant Program, funded by the New York…

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program?
The 21st CCLC program provides about $1.3 billion annually in federal funding for before-school, after-school, and summer learning programs. Grants flow through state education agencies to local organizations. Programs must serve students from high-poverty schools and provide academic enrichment, youth development, and family literacy activities.
Can nonprofit organizations run after-school programs with grants?
Absolutely. The 21st CCLC program specifically allows community-based organizations to apply alongside schools. Boys & Girls Clubs, YMCAs, and local nonprofits successfully compete for these grants. Many foundations prefer funding nonprofits for after-school programs due to their community roots and programming expertise.
What outcomes do after-school grant funders look for?
Funders typically want evidence of improved academic performance, school attendance, and social-emotional development. Programs should demonstrate structured activities aligned with school-day learning, qualified staff with appropriate training, strong attendance tracking, and family engagement. Evidence-based program models have a significant advantage in competitive grant processes.

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