Grants for After School Programs

Last updated October 4, 2026

Grantable tracks 285 active grants for after school programs in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 6 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 129 list an award amount, with a median of $20K.

Grants tracked: 285; from 249 funders
Median award: $20K; middle half $5,000–$150K
Total listed funding: $24.6M; across 129 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 6; 19 with a published date

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Dennis Watson Spirit of TEAM Grant Olympic Peninsula Young Mens Christian Assn · Foundation ~October · $800 – $2K The Dennis Watson Spirit of TEAM Memorial Fund was developed to honor the legacy of long-time board member Dennis Watson, a passionate believer in the power of team building.	~October	$800 – $2K
Million Girls Moonshot Flight Crew STEM Next Opportunity Fund · Foundation ~December · Varies The Million Girls Moonshot is a STEM Next initiative looking for afterschool STEM champions to join the Flight Crew — a group of youth advocates promoting the value of out-of-school STEM learning and equity in STEM.	~December	Varies
2025–26 After School Education and Safety grant program (Round 2) CA Department of Education · State Dec 3, 2026 · $5M – $20.4M The purpose of the After School Education and Safety Program is to create incentives for establishing locally-driven Expanded Learning programs, including after school programs that partner with public schools and communities to provide…	Dec 3, 2026	$5M – $20.4M
Afterschool Program Grant Georgia Tennis Foundation Inc · Foundation ~December · Up to $750M Support schools or organizations aiming to foster a love for tennis among children beyond regular physical education classes.	~December	Up to $750M
Giving Hope Inc. Grant Program Giving Hope Inc · Foundation ~December · Up to $5K Giving Hope Inc. provides financial support to non-profit organizations throughout local communities to strengthen and nurture families and children.	~December	Up to $5K
Community Grants Merrick Foundation Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies Merrick Foundation provides competitive grants to support diverse programs and organizations serving Merrick County.	~January	Varies
Sam Stern Memorial Sabra Scholarship Durham-Chapel Hill Jewish Federation · Foundation ~January · 2 weeks free camp tuition Camp Sabra is the middle school program of Camp Shelanu day camp featuring: Scholarship created in memory of Samantha Stern (1991-2022), who had an indelible impact on Camp Shelanu's creation and culture.	~January	2 weeks free camp tuition
Westfield Service League Grant Program Westfield Service League Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies The Westfield Service League (WSL) offers annual grants to non-profit organizations serving the Westfield and Union County communities.	~January	Varies
Youth Development Grant Program The Sheltering Arms Foundation · Foundation ~January · Varies	~January	Varies
Engagement Grant Vancouver School District Foundation · Foundation ~January · Varies The Foundation for VPS Engagement Grant program provides funding to strengthen student engagement through enrichment opportunities, mentoring programs, and parent/family engagement initiatives.	~January	Varies
IMPACT Youth Grants Ashland County Community Foundation · Foundation ~February · Up to $25K Competitive grants awarded to support projects and initiatives specifically designed to benefit the youth of Ashland County.	~February	Up to $25K
STEM Connect Grants Idaho STEM Action Center Foundation Incorporated · Foundation ~February · $10K – $20K This funding opportunity enhances connections to STEM enrichment and career exploration by investing in hands-on, community-based STEM experiences outside the school day.	~February	$10K – $20K
Friends of Camp Concord Youth Camp Scholarship Friends of Camp Concord Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies Provides financial support to send youth and families from low-income or underserved populations to Camp Concord's Youth Camp week.	~February	Varies
STEM Grants New Haven Schools Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies Grants for classroom or enrichment programs focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math, including creative applications of technology.	~February	Varies
Passport to Jewish Life Grants Jewish Federation of Orange County · Foundation ~March · Varies These grants open doors to meaningful and exciting Jewish educational experiences for Orange County children and teens participating in Jewish summer programs, after-school programs, and other Jewish educational experiences.	~March	Varies
Volcano Adventure Camp Youth Camping Grant Lassen Park Foundation · Foundation ~March · Up to $1K Grants provide funding for youth organizations and schools to bring groups to Volcano Adventure Camp at Lassen Volcanic National Park for week-long camping experiences.	~March	Up to $1K
ARPA Notice of Funding Availability - City of Kalamazoo Summer Program Fund Kalamazoo Youth Development Network · Foundation ~April · $20K – $75K KYD Network serves as the intermediary for sixty youth-serving organizations in Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties.	~April	$20K – $75K
NIH Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) (R25 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal May 25, 2029 · Varies The NIH Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) program supports innovative educational activities that encourage pre-college students (pre-kindergarten to grade 12), to pursue further studies in science, technology, engineering, and…	May 25, 2029	Varies
Community Grantmaking - Minneapolis, MN Carolyn Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $25K The Carolyn Foundation in Minneapolis, MN, is dedicated to improving the lives of low-income middle school students by funding programs that help them succeed academically.	Not published	$15K – $25K
Summer Youth Program Fund (SYPF) Marion County Commission on Youth Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A national model partnership of area grant-making bodies that seasonally funds local nonprofits providing safe, engaging summer programming to thousands of Marion County youth.	Not published	Varies
River Cats Foundation Grant River Cats Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Since the River Cats' inaugural season in Sacramento in 2000, involvement in the community has been an important priority.	Not published	Varies
VCF: Hollows Fund Grant The Vermont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $2K The VCF: Hollows Fund Grant, established by the Vermont Community Foundation, supports educational opportunities and community sustainability in Poultney.	Not published	$250 – $2K
Berks County Tennis Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Berks County Tennis Fund Grant aims to promote the sport of tennis in Berks County by supporting community programs that enhance accessibility and participation.	Not published	Varies
Max and Marian Farash Charitable Foundation: Out-of-School Time - Summer Fun and Learning Grants Max and Marian Farash Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies Enriching children's lives today for a brighter tomorrow. Ensuring youth are ready to learn by supporting innovative, high-quality out-of-school time (OST) programs in Monroe and Ontario counties.	Not published	Varies

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Grants for after school programs by the numbers

How deadlines work

Rolling or ongoing: 6 2%
Upcoming date published: 19 7%
Stated cycle, no date yet: 82 29%
No deadline published: 178 62%

Only 19 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.

Funders with the most open grants for after school programs

249 funders have at least one open grant in this category.

Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 285 active grants for after school programs (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 4, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 3 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.

About 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.

A long list is the starting point, not the shortlist. Our grant prospecting guide shows how to narrow grants for after school programs down to the funders most likely to say yes, using their giving records.

Grants for After-School Programs by state

Browse grants for after-school programs available to organizations in 10 states.

Grants for After-School Programs in Maryland 3 Grants for After-School Programs in New Hampshire 2 Grants for After-School Programs in New York 2 Grants for After-School Programs in California 1 Grants for After-School Programs in Illinois 1 Grants for After-School Programs in Kentucky 1 Grants for After-School Programs in Massachusetts 1 Grants for After-School Programs in Michigan 1 Grants for After-School Programs in Vermont 1 Grants for After-School Programs in Washington 1

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for after school programs award?

Of the 285 grants for after school programs Grantable lists as of October 4, 2026, 129 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $20K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $150K. The largest is $2.5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for after school programs?

By number of open listings, the most active funders are The William Penn Foundation (4), Max and Marian Farash Charitable (3), US Lacrosse Foundation Inc (3), USA BMX Foundation (3), and 15 and the Mahomies Foundation (2). In all, 249 funders have at least one open grant in this category.

When are grants for after school programs due?

Of 285 grants listed, 6 accept applications on a rolling basis, 19 have a published upcoming deadline, 82 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 178 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

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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