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.

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FOUNDATION FOR LEARNING IN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Program Grant (New Programs) Geographic Scope: Tredyffrin/Easttown School District, Pennsylvania Focus Areas: Education-based, age-appropriate enriching programs for students in preschool through…

COLORADO YOUTH TENNIS FOUNDATION · September 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Program Grants Funder: Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation (CYTF) Geographic Scope: Colorado (statewide) Eligible Applicants: Organizations running tennis programs for youth from economically challenged…

US $250 - US $2,500
RICHLAND COUNTY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

RCF: Summertime Kids Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Richland County Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $2,500 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Richland County Foundation offers Summertime Kids…

USA BMX Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Read to Ride Program Overview: A program designed to encourage, motivate, and inspire youth to develop and improve their reading skills during non-school hours and combat learning loss over extended…

DC Department of Parks and Recreation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rec for All - Extended Summer Programming Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Department of Parks and Recreation Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The DC Department of…

SISTERS OF CHARITY FOUNDATION OF CANTON · May 1, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Responsive Grants Purpose: Fund requests from established organizations. The Foundation reviews proposals to complement its strategic direction. Geographic Scope - Primary: Stark County, Ohio -…

THE RICHARD M SCHULZE FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Richard M Schulze Family Foundation Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation provides…

RIVER CATS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview River Cats Foundation Since the River Cats' inaugural season in Sacramento in 2000, involvement in the community has been an important priority. The management and employees of the River…

NAF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

RTX's FIRST Grant Program Funder: RTX (formerly Raytheon Technologies) Geographic Scope: Select geographies including Arizona (Phoenix/Tucson), California (Fresno, Los Angeles), Connecticut (Greater…

YOUR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

S.T.E.M. for Girls Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: August 09, 2025 Summary The S.T.E.M. for Girls Grants…

Seattle Department of Transportation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Safe Routes to Schools Mini Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Seattle Department of Transportation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Safe Routes to Schools Mini Grants,…

2 weeks free camp tuition
DURHAM-CHAPEL HILL JEWISH FEDERATION · January 10, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Sam Stern Memorial Sabra Scholarship Funder: Jewish for Good (Durham-Chapel Hill Jewish Federation) Geographic Scope: Durham-Chapel Hill area, North Carolina Award: - One camper awarded 2 free weeks…

SAN ANTONIO FOOD BANK · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Programs for Children The Mission: Eliminate childhood hunger in Southwest Texas 1 in 5 Children Face Food Insecurity Food insecurity is a threat casting a shadow over the daily lives of…

SAN JOSE PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

San José Learns Overview: San José Learns is dedicated to empowering young learners in grades TK-3 from under-resourced communities through high-quality out-of-school time programs. Background:…

THE SARTAIN LANIER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sartain Lanier Family Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sartain Lanier Family Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Sartain Lanier Family Foundation Grants focus on…

US $80,000 - US $100,000
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

School Age Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Amount: US $80,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: May 13, 2024 Summary The School Age…

LONG GAME YOUTH FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Tee School Program Grant Overview: Grant program to support schools in integrating First Tee curriculum into physical education and other classroom settings. Program Details: - Geographic…

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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