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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LEGACY SAN JOSE ALVISO YOUTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth foundation Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation Grant…

LISA NOVAK COMMUNITY LIBRARIES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About the Lisa Libraries The Lisa Libraries was started by author Ann M. Martin and friends to honor and memorialize children’s book editor Lisa Novak. Some of the libraries established have…

BLUE SKIES FOR CHILDREN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Little Wishes Ongoing Enrichment Organization: Blue Skies for Children Program Description Provides opportunities for children to participate in ongoing after school enrichment opportunities. The…

LOCKHART VAUGHAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _Prior Grantees:_  _You must submit a contact information form prior to submitting your grant application. This is represented by the Letter of Inquiry deadline._ * …

LUCA S CALANNI FOUNDATION INC · May 14, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Luca S. Calanni Foundation Grants Organization: Luca S. Calanni Foundation (Live Like Luca) Location: Western New York (Erie and Chautauqua Counties) Website: livelikeluca.com Mission The Luca S.…

US $250 - US $5,000
Mississippi Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

MAC Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mississippi Arts Commission Amount: US $250 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The MAC Project Grants support arts initiatives across…

THE DAN AND MARGARET MADDOX FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our Vision We seek a world in which people and planet flourish together in regenerative systems free from oppression and threat. The Maddox Fund tends to its internal culture believing that…

THE DAN AND MARGARET MADDOX FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our Vision We seek a world in which people and planet flourish together in regenerative systems free from oppression and threat. The Maddox Fund tends to its internal culture believing that…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Martin M. Sacks Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Martin M. Sacks Memorial Fund…

MCELHATTAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _This grant opportunity has been archived and replaced with updated grant pages to better reflect the funder's current funding categories._ * _Ending Death on the Job_ …

MCELHATTAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: McElhattan Foundation accepts proposals on a rolling basis. If eligible, complete our Request for Information (RFI) Questionnaire (See Letter of Inquiry Deadline above). Foundation…

US $2,000 - US $100,000
MADISON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

MCF: Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Madison Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: August 07, 2025 Summary The Madison Community Foundation's Community…

Melrose Cooperative Bank Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Melrose Cooperative Bank Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Melrose Cooperative Bank Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $10,000 Last Updated: May 20, 2025 Summary The Melrose Cooperative Bank…

STEM NEXT OPPORTUNITY FUND · December 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Million Girls Moonshot Flight Crew Status: Active, accepting applications Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: Out-of-school STEM learning, youth advocacy, gender equity in STEM Overview: The…

THE PROFESSIONAL GOLFERS ASSOC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Minnesota Golf License Plate Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Professional Golfers Association Of America Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Minnesota Golf License Plate Grant aims to enhance…

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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