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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Caritas Reads! Summer Program The Caritas Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Caritas Reads! Summer Program encourages elementary to high school-aged residents to read during their summer break to prevent "summer slide" and foster a love of reading.	Not published	Varies
Health & Education Grants Sheng-Yen Lu Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Sheng-Yen Lu Foundation awards annual grants to nonprofit organizations in the Seattle area working to improve health care and education for underserved and vulnerable populations.	Not published	Varies
Out of School Time Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $75K – $180K Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) has identified out-of-school time as an opportunity to combat socioeconomic, geographic, and racial inequities in student success.	Not published	$75K – $180K
After School Grants Grays Harbor Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants to support after-school programs and initiatives that establish quality education and learning opportunities in Grays Harbor County.	Not published	Varies
Yes, Chef! Culinary Camp Scholarship Program Foundation for Culinary Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies Yes, Chef! Culinary Camp introduces students to culinary skills, nutrition education, and more through seasonal camps.	Not published	Varies
J.E. & Z.B. Butler Foundation Grant Je & ZB Butler Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The J.E. & Z.B. Butler Foundation Grant aims to foster an inclusive environment where individuals of all abilities are respected and valued.	Not published	Varies
Aim High Grant Program: One-Year Grants New York Life Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K The Aim High Grant Program offers one-year grants of $20,000 to support out-of-school time programs for middle school youth.	Not published	$20K
Discovery Awards Tulsa Performing Arts Center Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
NFL FLAG-In-Schools Program GenYOUTH Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies NFL FLAG-In-Schools provides free flag football kits to schools and community-based organizations to strengthen physical education curricula. Each kit includes:	Not published	Varies
OnPoint Community Builder Award Onpoint Community Credit Union · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K	Not published	$2K – $5K
ASCA: Cultural Collaborations Project Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The Alaska State Council on the Arts offers Cultural Collaborations Project Grants, providing matching awards of up to $6,000 to support high-quality arts and cultural programs for youth in Alaska.	Not published	Up to $6K
Summer Camp Grants Oceanfirst Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The OceanFirst Foundation is offering Summer Camp Grants totaling $75,000 to support nonprofits that provide camp scholarships of up to $250 per child.	Not published	Varies
Diversity Grant Program - BRIDGE 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.	Not published	Varies
Summer Opportunity Scholarships Stratton Mountain & Valley Community Benefit Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships to provide summer opportunities for children and youth. Part of the Foundation's signature programs designed to build pathways for career-trades and escalate financial literacy.	Not published	Varies
Catalyst Innovation Grant Music and Youth Initiativeinc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K	Not published	$3K – $10K
ALDI Community Gift Card Program Grant Aldi Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 – $1K The ALDI Community Gift Card Program provides financial support ranging from $100 to $1,000 to eligible nonprofits and schools that focus on after-school and out-of-school youth programs, as well as food banks.	Not published	$100 – $1K
Educational Enhancement Mini Grant Norwin S and Elizabeth N Bean Foundati · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The Educational Enhancement Mini Grant provides funding for innovative projects that enhance classroom curriculum, offer co-curricular opportunities, or promote health and wellness in schools.	Not published	Up to $750
Increasing Access to Out-of-School Learning Opportunities The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation is committed to expanding access to resources and opportunities that promote a more vital and just city and region for all.	Not published	Varies
CFMT The Sports Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The CFMT Sports Fund, part of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, aims to promote teamwork and community engagement among children.	Not published	Up to $5K
Edna E. Harrell Community Children’s Fund Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Edna E. Harrell Community Children’s Fund Grant, managed by The Oregon Community Foundation, supports programs enhancing the lives of underserved youth in Baker County and North Powder.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Hubbell-Waterman Foundation Grant Hubbell-Waterman Fndn · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hubbell-Waterman Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in the Quad Cities, focusing on culture, education, and social welfare.	Not published	Varies
Amplify GR AMP the Good Grant Amplify GR · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K AMP the Good funds collaborative, neighborhood-led projects (up to $1,000) that build connections and enhance vibrancy in the Boston Square and Oakdale neighborhoods (49507, SE Grand Rapids, MI).	Rolling	Up to $1K
GPOA Foundation Grant The Gpoa Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The GPOA Foundation is a grant-making, independent foundation which supports programs that serve children in Orleans Parish, Louisiana.	Not published	Varies
Kentucky 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) Grant Kentucky Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $150K The Kentucky 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) Grant aims to enhance student achievement and social development through effective out-of-school programs.	Not published	$150K

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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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