Opportunity Fund Overview: The Opportunity Fund is a flexible support fund dedicated to increasing extra-curricular and co-curricular program access for students and families in the Hood River County…
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.
Oregon 4-H Foundation Request for Proposals Grant Geographic Scope: Oregon statewide Focus Areas: - Programs and projects that focus on innovation, leadership, and community pride - Direct impact on…
Oregon Community Foundation K-12 Summer Learning Fund Funder: Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) Award Amount: $92,000 Geographic Scope: Lane and Linn counties, Oregon Focus Areas: - Summer youth…
Oregon Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Department of Education Amount: US $250,000 - US $2,350,000 Last Updated: October 17, 2023 Summary The Oregon Nita M. Lowey 21st…
OST CARES Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $2,500,000 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The OST CARES program, funded by the Texas Education Agency, aims to…
Out of School Time Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: US $75,000 - US $180,000 Last Updated: February 09, 2026 Summary Overview Out of School Time Oregon Community…
Overview Our Mission The William Penn Foundation is committed to expanding access to resources and opportunities that promote a more vital and just city and region for all. Out-of-School…
Out-of-School Time - Full Year and After School Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Max And Marian Farash Charitable Foundation Amount: US $21,000 - US $600,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The…
Out-of-School Time - Summer Fun & Learning RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Max And Marian Farash Charitable Foundation Amount: US $21,000 - US $120,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The…
P.L.A.Y.S. Program, Presented by Meridian Program Focus: The Chicago Fire Foundation's P.L.A.Y.S. (Participate, Learn, Achieve, Youth, Soccer) Program is designed to enhance both academic performance…
Overview _NOTE: Grant requests are exclusively by invitation and must be submitted through an electronic application. After all documents has been received and reviewed by staff, the Board of…
Passport to Jewish Life Grants Overview: These grants open doors to meaningful and exciting Jewish educational experiences for Orange County children and teens participating in Jewish summer…
Paynesville Area Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CommunityGiving Amount: US $2,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Paynesville Area Community Foundation…
PEEP Afterschool Program Funder: National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project in partnership with PECO (Philadelphia Electric Company) and United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New…
Philadelphia City Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Philadelphia City Fund Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: August 18, 2025 Summary The Philadelphia City Community Fund offers annual…
Phoenix Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary Overview Phoenix Scholarship…
Pitney Bowes Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Pitney Bowes Employee Involvement Fund Inc. Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Pitney Bowes Foundation Grant, established in 2005,…
Play 60 Field Day Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Los Angeles Rams Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2025 Summary The Play 60 Field Day is an initiative by the Los Angeles Rams aimed at encouraging…
PLAY Scholarship Fund Overview: Since 1993, the PLAY Scholarship Fund has removed financial barriers that would otherwise keep Columbus youth from participating in recreation and parks programs.…
PPTC Grants Program Funder: Prospect Park Track Club Inc (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Brooklyn, New York Program Status: Active, ongoing grant program with multiple funding cycles per year Overview…
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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