Board of Crime Control · April 17, 2026 State
Program to reduce crime and improve safety for Montana youth through after-school programming and services.
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
State/ Foundation
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Early Childhood · Rolling / Open State
FY27 480-20-3717 After School Professional Development Opportunities Offer professional development activities for child care practitioners who serve children kindergarten age through 12 years of age…
Up to US $5,000
GREENWOOD COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
GCCF: Community Impact Grants - Youth and Education Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greenwood County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The GCCF Community…
Varies
GRAYS HARBOR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
GHCF: After School Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grays Harbor Community Foundation Last Updated: September 21, 2024 Summary The Grays Harbor Community Foundation, established in 1994, is dedicated to…
Up to $5,000
GIVING HOPE INC · December 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Giving Hope Inc. Grant Program Funder: Giving Hope Inc. (Giving Hope Bingo), Sioux Falls, SD Mission: Provide Funding Through Fun Vision: Giving Kids Hope Geographic Scope: Southeastern South Dakota…
THE GOLDSMITH FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Mission The Goldsmith Family Foundation is committed to enhancing the lives of Baltimore area youth by providing enriched educational and cultural opportunities. Funding Priorities The…
Varies
THE GPOA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE:_ * _The GPOA Foundation makes grant decisions two times each year (February and August). Applicants must first submit a Concept Paper and may be invited to submit a full proposal.…
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THE GRABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Grable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grable Foundation Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Grable Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the lives of children in the Pittsburgh area…
Up to US $15,000
ESSEX COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Greater Lawrence Summer Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Essex County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Greater Lawrence Summer Fund Grant…
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EXELON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Apply for the Exelon Foundation Green Lab Grant The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago is proud to partner with the Exelon Foundation in championing science learning for high school…
Up to US $750
GEORGIA TENNIS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
GTF Afterschool Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Tennis Foundation Inc. Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The GTF Afterschool Program Grant offers schools and…
HAMILTON FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: Multi-year grants: requests must be approved in advance by the Trust Office._ Our Guiding Vision A community where strong and accessible education can expand worlds and change lives.…
Varies (historical awards: $227,500 - $257,500 total per year distributed to 6-16 organizations)
SHENG-YEN LU FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Health & Education Grants Overview: Sheng-Yen Lu Foundation awards annual grants to nonprofit organizations in the Seattle area working to improve health care and education for underserved and…
ARTSCONNECTION INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Overview Funder: Helen Frankenthaler Foundation Award Amount: $150,000 Duration: Two years Announcement Date: October 1, 2020 Programs Supported - Teens Curate Teens (TCT) - allows students to curate…
CHINESE HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL PROJECT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Heritage Education Link Program (HELP) Grants Funder: Chinese Historical and Cultural Project (CHCP) Geographic Scope: Santa Clara County, California Program Focus: Financial assistance for programs…
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Hooper Fund for Manchester Children Inc · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Hooper Fund Grant Program Funder: Hooper Fund for Manchester Children Inc Geographic Scope: Manchester and Essex communities, Cape Ann, MA, US Mission: To promote after school and summer educational…
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
The Houston Food Bank · Rolling / Open Foundation
Houston Food Bank: Kids Cafe Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Houston Food Bank Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Houston Food Bank's Kids…
Up to US $2,500
HOWARD E STARK CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Howard E. Stark Charitable Foundation Grants: Other Local Needs Status: ACTIVE Funder: Howard E. Stark Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: July 21, 2025 Summary The Howard E.…
HUBBELL-WATERMAN FNDN · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hubbell-Waterman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hubbell-Waterman Foundation Last Updated: July 21, 2025 Summary The Hubbell-Waterman Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in the…
Hulsebosch Hope Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: New Grantee Applicants---Organizations interested in applying for an HHF program grant must complete the Prospective Grantee Application Survey by the LOI deadline above. This survey…
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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