Diversity Grant Program - BRIDGE Grant Funder: US Lacrosse Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States (low-income and strong financial need communities) Focus Area: Youth lacrosse in economically…
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.
Diversity Grant Program - Community Impact Grant Funder: US Lacrosse Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States Focus Area: Community programs and sports-based youth development serving…
Diversity Grant Program - Community Impact Grant Funder: USA Lacrosse Inc Program Type: Community Impact Grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Intended for community programs or…
Diversity Grant Program - Urban Outreach Grant Funder: US Lacrosse Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States (urban communities) Focus Area: Supporting at-risk and urban youth through lacrosse…
Dobles Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arthur J R Dobles And Olive G Dobles Charitable Remainder Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: August 25, 2025 Summary The Dobles Foundation Grant…
Doheny Foundation: Campership Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation offers the Campership…
Dow communityGives Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Saginaw Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Dow communityGives Grant encourages volunteerism among K-12…
Edna E. Harrell Community Children’s Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Edna E. Harrell…
Educational Enhancement Mini Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Norwin S. & Elizabeth N. Bean Foundation Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Educational Enhancement Mini Grant…
Elmo M. Royce Youth Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Amount: US $100 - US $2,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Elmo M.…
Emma's Fund - Aftercare & Summer Camp Scholarships Geographic Scope: City Schools of Decatur (GA) Honoree: Emma Soorikian, Decatur native known for her courage, creativity, and compassion in work…
Engagement Grant Funder: Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools Geographic Scope: Vancouver Public Schools district (Vancouver, WA) Overview: The Foundation for VPS Engagement Grant program provides…
Expand Access to Quality Learning Opportunities Grants Status: Completed - Board approved May 24, 2012 Geographic Scope: Twin Cities metropolitan area, Minnesota Focus Areas: - Out-of-school time…
Fall and Spring Grants Award Amount: Up to $3,000 Recurrence: Awarded twice yearly in November (Fall) and May (Spring) Geographic Scope: Capitol Hill neighborhood, Washington, DC Focus Areas: -…
Feeder School Grants Program Overview: Annual grants distributed to Roosevelt High School's elementary and middle school feeder schools to strengthen community bonds and set future Rough Riders up…
First4 AmeriCorps (KVCAP/ECM and DOE-CDS) Funder: AmeriCorps (federal agency), American Rescue Plan, FY2022 Appropriations Award Amount: $345,846 total ($265,896 in grant funding and $79,950 in…
FMEEA Grant Program Geographic Scope: Fall Mountain Regional School District (FMRSD) and surrounding area schools in New Hampshire Status: Active Overview: The Fall Mountain Educational Endowment…
Forest Foundation: Special Events & Camps Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Forest Foundation (WA) Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Forest Foundation supports nonprofits in Southwest…
Friends of Camp Concord Youth Camp Scholarship Organization: Friends of Camp Concord (FOCC) Geographic Scope: Contra Costa County, California and East Bay Area Purpose: Provides financial support to…
Funding for After School Tutoring Programs Funder: Seminole Coconut Creek Education Foundation, Inc. Status: Active Geographic Scope: Coconut Creek, FL (United States) Program Description The…
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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