Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 287 active grants for after-school programs in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
MN State Arts Board - Arts Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota State Arts Board Amount: US $5,000 - US $35,000 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The MN State Arts Board - Arts…
Music Drives Us Performance Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boch Family Foundation dba Music Drives Us Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2025 Summary The Music Drives Us Performance Grant…
Nathaniel C. Hughes History Club Funder: Charles H. Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center (made possible through the generous support of the Astre Foundation) Geographic Scope:…
NCAC: Traditional Arts Program for Students (TAPS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Arts Council Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The North Carolina Arts…
Neighborhood Ecology Corps Overview: Nature-based program for youth interested in environmental stewardship and conservation, offered through partnership between City of Oaks Foundation and City of…
Nevada Title IV-B Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Nevada Department of Education Last Updated: February 20, 2025 Summary The Nevada Title…
New Bedford Day Nursery Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Bedford Day Nursery Fund Last Updated: July 10, 2024 Summary The New Bedford Day Nursery Fund provides essential support for educational and…
New Hampshire Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Hampshire Department of Education Amount: More than US $50,000 Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The New Hampshire Nita M.…
New Jersey Afterschool Program - Competitive (NJ) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Education Amount: Up to US $400,000 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The New Jersey…
Overview Direct services to those in need. They support organizations providing mental health counseling services, drug and alcohol addiction services, related crisis intervention services, and…
NFL FLAG-In-Schools Program Organization: GENYOUth (501c3 national nonprofit) Geographic Scope: United States (all 50 states) Focus Areas: - Physical activity and youth wellness - Flag football…
Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Amount: US $50,000 - US $400,000 Last Updated: March 05,…
Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program, Cohort 21, Competitive Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Education Last Updated: May 28, 2025 Summary The Nita M.…
Nita M. Lowey’s 21st Century Community Learning Centers and After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens Programs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Education Amount: US $50,000 -…
NY Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Education Department Amount: US $50,000 - US $1,200,000 Last Updated: August 24, 2023 Summary The…
Overview _NOTE:_ _All applicants must attend a seminar to increase chances of a competitive proposal and keep current with new guidelines. Applicants must attend a meeting in the county in which they…
OnPoint Community Builder Award Status: Active program Geographic Scope: Oregon and Southwest Washington schools Focus Areas: School projects that enrich schools, students, and faculty Eligibility:…
Operation Round Up Grant Program Funder: Clay Electric Foundation Inc Program Description: The Clay Electric Foundation approves grants throughout the year from the Operation Round Up program. This…
Opportunity Fund Overview: The Opportunity Fund is a flexible support fund dedicated to increasing extra-curricular and co-curricular program access for students and families in the Hood River County…
Oregon Community Foundation K-12 Summer Learning Fund Funder: Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) Award Amount: $92,000 Geographic Scope: Lane and Linn counties, Oregon Focus Areas: - Summer youth…
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.
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.
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.