Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 287 active grants for after-school programs in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from 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.
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…
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…
Rec for All Support, Engagement, and Events (See) Grant - Engagement Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Department of Parks and Recreation Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The…
RFP #237: Extended School Day / School Violence Prevention Grant 2026-2031 Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Education Department Amount: US $125,000 - US $450,000 Last Updated: February 25, 2026…
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…
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…
RTX's FIRST Grant Program Funder: RTX (formerly Raytheon Technologies) Geographic Scope: Select geographies including Arizona (Phoenix/Tucson), California (Fresno, Los Angeles), Connecticut (Greater…
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…
Overview _NOTE: Applicants are encouraged to call the Foundation to informally discuss their programs and financial needs prior to submitting a written application. There are no application deadlines…
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,…
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…
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 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:…
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…
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…
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…
Scott Ralls Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Camping Association Inc Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Scott Ralls Fund Grant, administered by the American Camping Association, NY…
Seattle Sounders FC Youth Camp Scholarships Funder: Robert Vasen Foundation in partnership with Seattle Sounders FC Geographic Scope: Seattle area Focus Areas: - Youth soccer and athletic development…
Service-Learning Mini-Grant Overview: NMOST's Service-Learning Mini-Grant supports youth-led service-learning projects in out-of-school time programs across New Mexico. Geographic Scope: New Mexico…
Southern California Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: W. M. Keck Foundation Amount: US $100,000 - US $1,000,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Southern California Grant Program, managed…
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.