Grants for Mentoring Programs

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 286 active grants for mentoring programs in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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MSF: Educational Support for Children Grant The Morris Stulsaft Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Morris Stulsaft Foundation offers the Educational Support for Children Grant aimed at organizations serving Bay Area children aged 5-14 from low-income households.	Not published	Varies
TESOL Leadership Mentoring Program Grant Teachers Of English To Speakers Of Other Languages Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The TESOL Leadership Mentoring Program connects TESOL members with experienced leaders for mentorship and professional development.	Not published	$1K
Give Back Careers Program Give Something Back A NJ Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Impact Grants United Way of the River Cities Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Award funding to nonprofit programs that address United Way's critical issues in the focus areas of health, education, and financial stability.	Not published	Varies
Augusta Bar Foundation Grant Program The Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Augusta Bar Foundation Grant Program, managed by the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area, aims to enhance the lives of at-risk youth through funding and support for creative community initiatives.	Not published	$5K
Ikaze Refugee Impact Scholarship (IRIS) BRIDGE2RWANDA Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies IRIS is a partnership between Isomo and Agahozo Shalom Youth Village (ASYV) dedicated to expanding opportunities for resilient, high-achieving refugee students.	Not published	Varies
Competitive Grants Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Education and early learning grants ranged from $2,500 to $96,000, including funding for:	Not published	Varies
MS Clinical Mentorship for Psychology Graduate Students Grant National Multiple Sclerosis Society · Foundation Not published · $3K The National Multiple Sclerosis Society offers a four-week clinical mentorship for psychology graduate students, focusing on the diagnosis and management of multiple sclerosis.	Not published	$3K
APS_Fall 2024 Semester Pathways Program Aging · State Not published · Varies To develop a program within the Adult Protective Services provider network of mentoring that includes an internship program for college students to develop their skillset and knowledge for potential permanent employment with their agency…	Not published	Varies
Appalachian College Association Ledford Scholars Award Appalachian College Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Appalachian College Association (ACA), a consortium of ~35 independent colleges/universities in Central Appalachia, runs the Ledford Scholars Program, which provides undergraduate students financial support to conduct a significant…	Not published	Varies
JEWEL (Joint Endeavor for Women in Education and Leadership) Scholarship Womens Resource Center of Northern Michigan Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
First Tee College Scholarship Program PGA Tour First Tee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K A need and merit-based scholarship program designed to provide financial support, life skill development, and mentorship to First Tee alumni throughout their college careers.	Not published	Up to $5K
Mentoring Program Orange County Womens Transportation Seminar · Foundation Not published · Varies A structured mentoring program connecting mentees with experienced professionals in the transportation industry.	Not published	Varies
Cassidy, Cloe, Berkley Wilder Hospice Teen Volunteer Scholarship Fund The Hospice Foundation of the Florida Suncoast Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This scholarship fund was established to support college-bound Empath Health teen volunteers. The fund was created through the generosity of Women's Giving Network member Kathy Wilder and the Levett Family Foundation.	Not published	Varies
The Gavin Creel Fellowships American Theatre Wing Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gavin Creel Fellowships, created in his honor, support emerging theatre makers through mentorship, training, networking, and performances.	Not published	Varies
CodeYourCity - Technology Odyssey Program Gordon Family Giving Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Founded in 2019 by NBA player Aaron Gordon and his family.	Not published	Varies
Girls in Science Fellowship Earthwatch Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides high school-aged girls from underserved schools and communities with the opportunity to participate in field research led by female scientists, with mentorship and STEM support.	Not published	Varies
Founders Fellowship IMPACT100 Philadelphia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Founders Fellowship is an innovative program designed to encourage young women to learn about philanthropy and critical issues affecting the Philadelphia region, and to participate in collective giving grantmaking.	Not published	Varies
Hand to Hand Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Hand to Hand Grant aims to empower women and girls in San Diego County by funding programs that enhance education, job training, mentoring, and health initiatives.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Leadership Coaching Program Hispanic Ministry Center · Foundation Rolling · Varies Personalized coaching services for emerging and established leaders in ministry and nonprofit contexts	Rolling	Varies
APS_Spring 2025 Semester Pathways Program Aging · State Not published · Varies To develop a program within the Adult Protective Services provider network of mentoring that includes an internship program for college students to develop their skillset and knowledge for potential permanent employment with their agency…	Not published	Varies
Collaborative Impact Grant Citizens Committee for New York City Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K A new program providing grants to groups of three grantees who partner together to develop and implement collaborative community projects.	Not published	$10K
PeacePlayers Leadership Academy Peaceplayers International · Foundation Not published · Varies A year-long virtual leadership development program for alumni of PeacePlayers programs, with in-person travel opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Excellence in Summer Service Awards (ESSA) Marion County Commission on Youth Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K MCCOY awards $1,000 scholarships to outstanding youth workers who serve as junior camp counselors and summer staff members at SYPF-funded youth programs.	Not published	$1K

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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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