Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 287 active grants for after-school programs in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
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…
15 For 15 Program Funder: 15 and the Mahomies Foundation Overview: The Foundation's signature program supports 15 youth charitable initiatives across the Greater Kansas City area. Focus Areas: -…
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…
2025–26 After School Education and Safety grant program (Round 2) The purpose of the After School Education and Safety Program is to create incentives for establishing locally-driven Expanded…
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:…
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:…
A.R.I.S.E. Fund Overview Status: Active - 2024 cohort awarded Geographic Scope: Atlanta Public Schools (APS) district, specifically Carver Cluster middle and high school students Focus Areas: -…
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…
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,…
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…
After School for All Partnership (ASAP) - 2024-2025 Afterschool RFP Funder: Area Resources for Community (ARCHS), Missouri Program Type: Request for Proposals (RFP) for after…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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.
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.
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.