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…
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.
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…
Special Program or Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vermont Children's Trust Foundation Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Vermont Children's Trust Foundation offers a…
Springboard Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Springboard Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 08, 2025 Summary The Springboard Foundation Grant supports grassroots…
Statewide Community Re-grants Program- Arts Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CREATE Council on the Arts Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Statewide Community…
STEM Connect Grants Status: Currently Closed (Next cycle opens December 2026) Geographic Scope: Idaho Funder: Idaho STEM Action Center Foundation Overview: This funding opportunity enhances…
STEM Equity Learning Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Techbridge Girls Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The STEM Equity Learning Community Grants, provided by…
STEM Grants Overview: Grants for classroom or enrichment programs focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math, including creative applications of technology. Geographic Scope: New Haven…
Stewardship Mini Grant Program Overview: New City Parks offers summer Stewardship Mini Grants to empower local community-based organizations to offer structured programming and engage residents in…
Strong Start Campaign - 2026 Annual Giving Funder: Greater Kingsport Family YMCA Geographic Scope: Greater Kingsport area (Kingsport City, Sullivan County, and Hawkins County, Tennessee) Campaign…
Student STEM Enrichment Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Burroughs Wellcome Fund Amount: Up to US $180,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2025 Summary The Student STEM Enrichment Program (SSEP) aims to…
Summer Adventures in Learning (SAIL) Type: Partnership program with multiple funders Background: Developed as part of an action plan to respond to a 2011 survey of 37 Birmingham area summer programs,…
Summer Camp Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: OceanFirst Foundation Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The OceanFirst Foundation is offering Summer Camp Grants totaling $75,000 to support nonprofits…
Summer Camp Program Overview: Action-packed programming designed to build confidence, develop STEAM learning, and provide youth with engaging summer activities at the Hardesty National BMX Stadium.…
Summer Camp Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Joe W & Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Joe W. and Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation's Summer Camp Program…
Summer Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary The Summer Fund Grant, established in 1971 by Philanthropy…
Summer Matters for All Grant Program Overview: A major state grant program to expand access to summer enrichment opportunities for K-12 youth across Vermont. Jointly announced by Governor Phil Scott,…
Summer Opportunity Scholarships Funder: Stratton Mountain & Valley Community Benefit Foundation Geographic Scope: Southern Vermont Program Description: Scholarships to provide summer opportunities…
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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