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.

293 grants
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US $250 - US $1,500
THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

VCF: Hollows Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vermont Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $1,500 Last Updated: January 17, 2025 Summary The VCF: Hollows Fund Grant, established by the Vermont…

THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

VCF: Opportunity Fund for Southshire Youth Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vermont Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: July 30, 2025 Summary The Opportunity Fund for…

NATIONAL CENTER FOR FAMILIES LEARNING · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Verizon Tech Savvy Awards Funder: Verizon Overview: Annual award program recognizing programs that provide technology training to students and families. Focus Areas - Technology training for students…

ARKANSAS STEM COALITION · Rolling / Open Foundation

VEX Robotics K-12 Grant Opportunity Funder: VEX Robotics Purpose: Provide free K-12 aligned curriculum and robotics products to support STEM education in schools. Products Offered: - VEX 123…

LASSEN PARK FOUNDATION · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Volcano Adventure Camp Youth Camping Grant Funder: Lassen Park Foundation in partnership with Lassen Volcanic National Park Geographic Scope: California, Oregon, Nevada (primarily serves North State…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
ALLIANCE FOR A HEALTHIER GENERATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Walking Classroom Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alliance For A Healthier Generation Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: July 05, 2025 Summary The Walking Classroom…

$14.2 million total (Fall 2020: $9.4 million; Spring 2021: $4.8 million)
SCHOOL'S OUT WASHINGTON · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Washington Youth Development Nonprofit Relief Fund Status: Completed (Fall 2020 and Spring 2021 rounds) Geographic Scope: Washington State (all counties) Focus Areas: - Youth development programs -…

WBAL Radio · Rolling / Open Foundation

WBAL Radio Kids Campaign Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: WBAL Radio Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The WBAL Radio Kids Campaign is dedicated to enhancing the lives of economically disadvantaged…

WATERTOWN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCF: School Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Watertown Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The Watertown Community Foundation offers grants of up…

West Virginia Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

West Virginia Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: West Virginia Department of Education Amount: US $50,000 - US $250,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The West Virginia Nita…

WESTFIELD SERVICE LEAGUE INC · January 26, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Westfield Service League Grant Program Overview: The Westfield Service League (WSL) offers annual grants to non-profit organizations serving the Westfield and Union County communities. The…

THOMAS H WHITE FDN TA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Applicants are encouraged to contact our office for further clarification of the Foundation’s grantmaking policies. As part of the review process, staff often make site visits to…

William & Sheila Konar Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

William & Sheila Konar Foundation Summer Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: William & Sheila Konar Foundation Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The William and Sheila Konar Foundation Summer…

PROJECT LEMONADE INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

WISH: What Inspires Students' Hearts Overview: The WISH Program helps youth in foster care attend camps, participate in sports, and engage in extracurricular and enrichment activities by providing…

Up to US $15,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH LOUISIANA · Rolling / Open Foundation

WPN Small Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of North Louisiana Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary Overview Who We Are Community Foundation of North…

YOUTHBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

YEP STL! – Youth Engaged in Philanthropy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Youthbridge Community Foundation Amount: US $12,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary YEP STL! is a grant initiative where…

FOUNDATION FOR CULINARY ARTS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Yes, Chef! Culinary Camp Scholarship Program Funder: Foundation for Culinary Arts Geographic Scope: Chicago, Illinois Focus Areas: Culinary Education, Career Development Eligibility: - Chicago Public…

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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