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 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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Minnesota Golf License Plate Grant The Professional Golfers Assoc of America · Foundation Not published · Varies The Minnesota Golf License Plate Grant aims to enhance the golf experience in Minnesota, focusing on youth, military, and inclusion programs. Eligible applicants include non-profit corporations, local municipalities, and schools.	Not published	Varies
Heritage Education Link Program (HELP) Grants Chinese Historical and Cultural Project · Foundation Not published · Varies Types of Programs Funded (Based on 2016-2025 Recipients):	Not published	Varies
Upward Bound Program Suffolk University · Foundation Not published · Varies A federally funded program designed to increase college access and educational opportunities for first-generation and/or low-income high school students.	Not published	Varies
The Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative: Training Scholarships Grant American Theatre Wing Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative: Training Scholarships supports public middle and high school students from historically marginalized populations, providing funding for summer study and after-school training programs in theatre.	Not published	Varies
Arts Education Programming (School Partnerships) Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts Education Programming aims to provide high-quality, hands-on arts education to engage school-aged youth in Philadelphia.	Not published	Varies
Neighborhood Ecology Corps City of Oaks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Nature-based program for youth interested in environmental stewardship and conservation, offered through partnership between City of Oaks Foundation and City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department.	Not published	Varies
School Program Grant (First Tee School Program) Long Game Youth Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program to support schools in integrating First Tee curriculum into physical education and other classroom settings.	Not published	Varies
After School Programs – Non-School Districts Grant Illinois State Board of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The FY 2025 After School Programs grant from the Illinois State Board of Education aims to support non-school districts in establishing after-school programs.	Not published	Varies
Island Foundation Alternative Education Grants Island Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Island Foundation offers Alternative Education Grants aimed at supporting experiential education programs, after-school initiatives, and alternative education schools.	Not published	Varies
Youth Musical Theatre Workshop Scholarship Broadway Sacramento Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Kids Count Grant Beaverton Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A competitive grant program for organizations and schools in the Beaverton School District. Based on the review committee materials, the foundation had $105,000 available for this funding cycle with 11 projects under review.	Not published	Varies
BOOST Grant Georgia Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The BOOST Grant, funded by the Georgia Department of Education, aims to enhance the educational experiences of 1.7 million students in Georgia's public schools.	Not published	Varies
Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation Grants The Richard M Schulze Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation provides grants focused on education, human services, and health and medicine. They support high-performing educational institutions, scholarships, and nonprofits that enhance learning experiences.	Not published	Varies
WBAL Radio Kids Campaign Grant WBAL Radio · Foundation Not published · Varies The WBAL Radio Kids Campaign is dedicated to enhancing the lives of economically disadvantaged youth in its listening area.	Not published	Varies
Service-Learning Mini-Grant New Mexico Out-of School Time Network · Foundation Not published · Varies NMOST's Service-Learning Mini-Grant supports youth-led service-learning projects in out-of-school time programs across New Mexico.	Not published	Varies
RCF: Summertime Kids Grants Richland County Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $3K The Richland County Foundation offers Summertime Kids Grants, aimed at nonprofit agencies to provide engaging and safe summer activities for children in Richland County.	Not published	$250 – $3K
Maddox Fund: Responsive Grants The Dan and Margaret Maddox Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies We seek a world in which people and planet flourish together in regenerative systems free from oppression and threat.	Not published	Varies
Statewide Community Re-grants Program- Arts Education Grant Greene County Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Statewide Community Re-grants Program for Arts Education, administered by CREATE Council on the Arts, offers funding between $1,500 and $3,000 for arts education projects in Greene, Columbia, and Schoharie Counties.	Not published	Up to $8K
Alaska Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant Alaska Department of Education & Early Development · Foundation Not published · $50K – $900K The Alaska Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant aims to enhance student learning beyond school hours.	Not published	$50K – $900K
Breaking the Cycle of Poverty Program (BCPP) Fund for Armenian Relief Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides after-school groups and extracurricular activities including:	Not published	Varies
ALL RISE Mini-Grants Aaron Judge All Rise Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The foundation funds programs in the following categories: Grants made possible through generous sponsors including:	Not published	$1K – $3K
Safe Routes to Schools Mini Grants Seattle Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Safe Routes to Schools Mini Grants, offered by the Seattle Department of Transportation, aim to enhance safety for children walking or biking to school.	Not published	Up to $2K
PEEP Afterschool Program National Energy Education Development Project Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies NEED launched PEEP Afterschool working with United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey. This annual program brings the best of NEED's curriculum and student leadership development together.	Not published	Varies
MAC Project Grants Mississippi Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $250 – $5K The MAC Project Grants support arts initiatives across Mississippi, empowering community-based groups to enhance cultural engagement.	Not published	$250 – $5K

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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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