Grants for Mentoring Programs

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 286 active grants for mentoring programs in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 3 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 118 list an award amount, with a median of $7,750.

Grants tracked: 286; from 239 funders
Median award: $7,750; middle half $2,000–$30K
Total listed funding: $14.5M; across 118 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 6; 19 with a published date

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GateKey Scholarship Cartersville Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K Prepares students to attend college through mentoring and college-prep assistance.	Not published	Up to $8K
Commitment to Human Diversity in Ecology Award Ecological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $700 In recognition of long-standing contributions of an individual toward increasing the diversity of future ecologists through mentoring, teaching, or outreach.	Not published	$700
Youth Program – Building Resilience Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Youth Program – Building Resilience Grant, offered by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation, aims to support organizations focused on the healthy development of youth.	Not published	Up to $25K
Sant La Fellows Program Haitian Neighborhood Center Sant LA Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Identify, prepare, and support the next generation of civic, academic, business and political leaders in the Haitian-American community.	Not published	Varies
First Tee College Scholarship Program Wichita Kids Golf Initiative Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A comprehensive scholarship and mentorship program for First Tee alumni pursuing higher education.	Not published	Varies
Bernau Family Foundation Grant Bernau Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bernau Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance individual lives and foster positive leadership through funding initiatives that provide long-term solutions.	Not published	Varies
Russell Foundation Grants Russell Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Russell Foundation provides grants aimed at enhancing the development of children and youth into confident and responsible individuals.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Ypsilanti Area Community Fund Grant Program Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ypsilanti Area Community Fund Grant Program aims to enhance community health and educational outcomes through collaborative partnerships.	Not published	Varies
Scottish Rite Foundation Masonic Youth Performance Grants The Supreme Council 33 ANC&ACCEPTED Scottish Rite of Freemasonry S Jr · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K Awards grants to deserving Masonic youth organizations to support critical programs and initiatives. Applicants must be from ONE of the following Masonic youth organizations:	Not published	$1K – $10K
Triple Impact Competitor Scholarship (PCA-Tampa Bay) Positive Coaching Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
CSA Midwest Region: Otto Thieme Memorial Internship Grant Costume Society of America · Foundation Not published · $2K The CSA Midwest Region: Otto Thieme Memorial Internship provides a unique opportunity for students to engage in a hands-on curatorial experience with costume collections at Midwestern museums, historical societies, or universities.	Not published	$2K
Take Stock in Children® Program Brevard Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A comprehensive youth development program that provides scholarships, mentorship, and support to help students achieve academic and personal success.	Not published	Varies
SMPC: Mentorship Award Grant Society for Music Perception and Cognition · Foundation Not published · Varies The SMPC Mentorship Award recognizes outstanding mentorship among non-student SMPC members, including postdoctoral fellows and faculty.	Not published	Varies
Leadership Internships & Educational Opportunities Kappa Delta Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kappa Delta Foundation provides funding for Kappa Delta collegians to participate in leadership training and educational internships during the summer.	Not published	Varies
Invest for Kids General Grant Program Invest for Kids Inc · Foundation Not published · Average award about $200,000	Not published	Average award about $200,000
School Age Community Grant Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · $80K – $100K The School Age Community Grant supports school-based programs catering to children aged 5 to 12, including those with disabilities.	Not published	$80K – $100K
Bama Works Fund of Dave Matthews Band Charlottesville Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Foster Grandparent Grant Program Illinois Department of Aging · Foundation Not published · $14K – $77K The Foster Grandparent Grant Program, administered by the Illinois Department of Aging, empowers seniors aged 55 and older to tutor and mentor children with special needs in various educational settings.	Not published	$14K – $77K
Harold and Reta Haynes Endowment for Student Mentoring Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harold and Reta Haynes Endowment for Student Mentoring at Montana State University supports students pursuing a minor in Entrepreneurship and Small Business.	Not published	Varies
Next Jazz Legacy: Mentorship for Emerging Jazz Artists Grant CultureSource · Foundation Not published · $10K Next Jazz Legacy is a mentorship program that supports emerging jazz artists through intergenerational mentorship, performance opportunities, and professional networking.	Not published	$10K
Inner City Wrestling Scholarship United Charitable · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
Sportsperson of the Year Award Orange County Youth Sports Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Orange County Youth Sports Foundation (OCYSF) Sportsperson of the Year Award honors individuals who have made significant contributions to sports and have served as inspirational role models for youth.	Not published	Varies
“I Have A Dream” Scholarship in Honor of Mary and Dick Granger Grant Community Foundation for SW Washington · Foundation Not published · $3K Community Foundation for Southwest Washington The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington is a public charitable organization dedicated to strengthening communities across Southwest Washington by connecting people, resources, and…	Not published	$3K
Chananya Backer Memorial Fund Grant Star-K Certification Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies STAR-K awarded a substantial grant to the Chananya Backer Memorial Fund of the Baltimore Community Kollel to support a teen outreach and summer employment program.	Not published	Varies

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About grants for mentoring programs

Grants for mentoring programs fund initiatives that connect young people with caring adults to support academic, social, and emotional development, often targeting youth facing risk. The largest dedicated federal source is the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), which funds national and multistate mentoring programs. Private foundations, corporate giving programs, and community foundations also support school- and community-based mentoring.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for mentoring programs award?

Of the 286 grants for mentoring programs Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 118 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $7,750, and the middle half fall between $2,000 and $30K. The largest is $7M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for mentoring programs?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star (8), Morasha Olami Inc (7), FWA of New York Inc (5), Aging (3), and Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii (3). In all, 239 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for mentoring programs due?

Of 286 grants listed, 6 accept applications on a rolling basis, 19 have a published upcoming deadline, 113 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 148 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What mentoring grants are available?

Mentoring grants support one-on-one and group mentoring for youth, including school-based, community-based, and specialized programs serving young people at risk for delinquency or other challenges. The federal government funds youth mentoring primarily through OJJDP's National Mentoring Programs and Multistate Mentoring Programs Initiative, which support recruiting and training mentors and improving program quality. Many private and corporate funders also support mentoring as part of broader youth-development priorities.

Which organizations fund mentoring programs?

The primary federal funder of youth mentoring is the U.S. Department of Justice through OJJDP, which awards substantial annual funding to national and regional mentoring intermediaries. The nonprofit MENTOR (the National Mentoring Partnership) advocates for and supports the mentoring field, and many private foundations and corporate philanthropy programs fund mentoring tied to education, workforce readiness, and community well-being. Local United Ways and community foundations are also common sources.

Are there mentoring grants for schools and nonprofits?

Yes. Both schools and nonprofit organizations can pursue mentoring funding, often by partnering with established mentoring intermediaries that receive federal pass-through funds. Federal OJJDP funding frequently flows to national organizations that then sub-award to local programs, so partnership is a common path for smaller groups.

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