Grants for After School Programs

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 282 active grants for after school programs in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 8 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 124 list an award amount, with a median of $20K.

Grants tracked: 282; from 247 funders
Median award: $20K; middle half $5,000–$113K
Total listed funding: $22.0M; across 124 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 6; 21 with a published date

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Diversity Grant Program - Community Impact Grant US Lacrosse Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Part of USA Lacrosse's Diversity and Inclusion National Grant Program, which provides funding to qualified organizations that initiate or continue programs and projects that promote lacrosse participation and education in underrepresented…	Not published	Varies
Children's Program & Services Funding The United Methodist City Society · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding available for three types of programs:	Not published	Varies
Out-of-School Time - Summer Fun & Learning RFP Grant Max and Marian Farash Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies; past summer awards averaged $73,000 The Max And Marian Farash Charitable Foundation invites community organizations to apply for the Out-of-School Time - Summer Fun & Learning RFP.	Not published	Varies; past summer awards averaged $73,000
Elmo M. Royce Youth Fund Grant Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $100 – $2K The Elmo M. Royce Youth Fund Grant supports non-profit organizations in Schuyler County, NY, that provide youth activities and recreational programs. It also offers camp scholarships, known as Camperships, to financially needy youth.	Not published	$100 – $2K
Arizona - Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Grant Arizona Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arizona - Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) program aims to provide safe and enriching environments for students during non-school hours, particularly targeting economically disadvantaged students.	Not published	Varies
Lottery for Education: Afterschool Programs Grant Opportunity Tennessee Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $50K The Lottery for Education: Afterschool Programs Grant Opportunity aims to enhance academic enrichment for Tennessee students. This initiative supports public and not-for-profit organizations that provide afterschool educational programs.	Not published	$50K
Competitive Grants Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Education and early learning grants ranged from $2,500 to $96,000, including funding for:	Not published	Varies
PLAY Scholarship Fund Columbus Recreation and Parks Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 1993, the PLAY Scholarship Fund has removed financial barriers that would otherwise keep Columbus youth from participating in recreation and parks programs.	Not published	Varies
Verizon Tech Savvy Awards Listed by National Center for Families Learning Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual award program recognizing programs that provide technology training to students and families.	Not published	Varies
Youth Opportunity Scholarships (YOS) San Leandro Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 SLED is a proud partner of Youth Opportunity Scholarships, which provides scholarships for middle school students to participate in extra-curricular activities.	Not published	Up to $500
Howard E. Stark Charitable Foundation Grants: Other Local Needs Howard E Stark Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Howard E. Stark Charitable Foundation, established in 2007, supports small, impactful organizations in the Northeast US.	Not published	Up to $3K
Washington Youth Development Nonprofit Relief Fund School's Out Washington · Foundation Not published · $4.8M – $14.2M Addresses financial and programmatic challenges from COVID-19, including lost revenue and increased expenses for safety measures. Provided critical funding to prevent organizations from closing programs or sites.	Not published	$4.8M – $14.2M
William & Sheila Konar Foundation Summer Program Grant William & Sheila Konar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William and Sheila Konar Foundation Summer Program aims to enhance equitable access to high-quality summer learning experiences for economically disadvantaged youth in Monroe County.	Not published	Varies
Diversity Grant Program - Community Impact Grant US Lacrosse Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Part of USA Lacrosse's Diversity and Inclusion National Grant Program, which aims to encourage and empower the development of lacrosse participation in underrepresented communities.	Not published	Varies
Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · $50K – $400K The Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant, managed by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, aims to enhance student learning through various programmatic components.	Not published	$50K – $400K
Beaverton's Choice Beaverton Education Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $3K An online crowdfunding platform available exclusively to Beaverton School District (BSD) staff members. The platform charges no fees, and all funds raised go directly toward project goals.	Rolling	Up to $3K
21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Boys & Girls Club of PBC · Foundation Not published · $2M Federal funding to establish or expand community learning centers that operate during out-of-school hours with three specific purposes: BGCPBC received over $2 million in awards supporting academic enrichment programs at:	Not published	$2M
Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Grants McPherson County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A county-wide group of young volunteers, ages 13 to 18, who:	Not published	Varies
Philadelphia City Community Fund Grant Philadelphia City Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Philadelphia City Community Fund offers annual grants to support local organizations aiming to enhance community well-being.	Not published	Up to $25K
Child First Authority Maryland Department of Human Services · State Not published · Varies The purpose of this program is to provide high quality academic, cultural and recreational activities for Baltimore City students for the after-school hours.	Not published	Varies
Nevada Title IV-B Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant State of Nevada Department of Education · State Not published · Varies The Nevada Title IV-B Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant, authorized under the ESEA, aims to provide vital academic and enrichment opportunities for children and families beyond traditional school hours.	Not published	Varies
CFF Education program Grants The Christopher Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Christopher Family Foundation offers grants to nonprofit organizations focused on strengthening families and communities, particularly in Chicago's Austin neighborhood.	Not published	Varies
Altman Foundation Grants - Education Altman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Altman Foundation (a ~100-year-old New York City private foundation) invests in organizations expanding high-quality learning.	Not published	Varies
STEM Equity Learning Community Grants Techbridge Girls · Foundation Not published · $1K The STEM Equity Learning Community Grants, provided by Techbridge Girls, aim to transform STEM education by equipping OST program managers with tools to foster equitable and culturally responsive learning environments.	Not published	$1K

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About 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for after school programs award?

Of the 282 grants for after school programs Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 124 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $20K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $113K. The largest is $2.5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for after school programs?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are The William Penn Foundation (4), Max and Marian Farash Charitable (3), US Lacrosse Foundation Inc (3), USA BMX Foundation (3), and 15 and the Mahomies Foundation (2). In all, 247 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for after school programs due?

Of 282 grants listed, 6 accept applications on a rolling basis, 21 have a published upcoming deadline, 86 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 169 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 57% fall in January–March.

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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