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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HSI Implementation and Evaluation Project: Co-Curricular Strategies to Support Academically Challenged Diverse Undergraduate STEM Majors Nova Southeastern University Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
WMF: Annual Grants Wellington Management Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Foundation will not be considering new organizations for Annual Grants in 2025.	Not published	Varies
REACH Georgia Scholarship Program Grant Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The REACH Georgia Scholarship Program is a needs-based initiative aimed at mentoring and supporting students from 8th grade through high school graduation.	Not published	Up to $10K
Big Brothers/Big Sisters Green County Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Big Brothers/Big Sisters Green County Scholarship is offered by The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin to students from several high schools in the region.	Not published	Varies
Aspirations Incubator Seed Grant Rural Youth Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides financial support to organizations implementing their Aspirations Incubator model, ensuring consistent stability throughout the implementation process.	Not published	Varies
JSF Scholarships for Economically Disadvantaged Students Grant Theodore R and Vivian M · Foundation Not published · Varies The JSF Scholarships aim to empower economically disadvantaged students by providing financial assistance for their education.	Not published	Varies
Sonnentag Foundation Grant Sonnentag Foundation Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sonnentag Foundation Grant supports organizations in cities where County Materials Corporation operates, focusing on four key areas: Hunger & Homelessness Support, Service Members & Veterans Support, Sexual Abuse & Domestic Assault…	Not published	Varies
Thrive Academy Maryland Department of Juvenile Services · State Not published · Varies The DJS Gun Violence Reduction Strategy that serves probation and aftercare youth identified to be at the highest risk of gun violence as either a victim or a perpetrator.	Not published	Varies
AIMSE Mentorship Program Association of Investment Management · Foundation Not published · Varies The AIMSE Mentorship Program connects experienced professionals with emerging talent in the investment management sales and marketing industry.	Not published	Varies
AAOP Mentorship Program American Academy of Orofacial Pain · Foundation Not published · Varies To assist AAOP members who are new to orofacial pain by matching them with experienced providers for guidance and professional development.	Not published	Varies
Cardinal Health Foundation Student Success Grants United Way of Central Ohio Inc · Foundation Not published · $150K To support student success through youth-serving organizations in central Ohio	Not published	$150K
ASM Future Leaders Mentorship Fellowship Grant American Society for Microbiology · Foundation Not published · Varies The ASM Future Leaders Mentorship Fellowship (FLMF) is a transformative 2-year program designed to connect master’s and doctoral students from underrepresented communities in the microbial sciences with experienced mentors across various…	Not published	Varies
Mentoring Programs that Promote Humanistic Care (RFP) The Arnold Gold Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K Fund mentoring programs that result in enhanced capacity of healthcare providers to deliver care that is as humanistic and compassionate as it is scientifically and technically sophisticated.	Not published	$25K
inSTEM Alumni Program National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An opportunity to continue to solidify community-wide relationships amongst inSTEM Scholar alumni and to perpetuate a feeling of belonging and support as inSTEM alums navigate their professional and academic careers.	Not published	Varies
FY27 RFP COAEREF27001 for Refugee Mentoring Iowa Department of Health and Human Services · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Baltimore Philanthropy Tank Competition Philanthropy Tank Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K An expansion of the Palm Beach Philanthropy Tank model to Baltimore. The competition invites students to present creative solutions to social issues impacting the Baltimore community.	Not published	Up to $15K
Educator Portfolio Grants (Moral Education) The Elie Wiesel Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation's inaugural grantmaking initiative (launched October 2022) includes an Educator Portfolio supporting programs that foster dialogue connected to moral education grounded in Jewish values.	Not published	Varies
Nobbs Family Foundation Grant Nobbs Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nobbs Family Foundation Grant aims to empower disadvantaged youth and young adults in Southern California through education, scholarships, training, and mentoring.	Not published	Varies
Aspirations Incubator Planning Grant Rural Youth Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Designed to help organizations assess their readiness to adopt an Aspirations Incubator long-term youth development and mentoring model that partners with local middle and high schools.	Not published	Varies
PATHS Mentorship Program LGBT Technology Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Connect LGBTQ+ individuals starting out in STEAM to a network of mentors to ensure they have the guidance, resources, and knowledge necessary to be successful in their pursuits	Not published	Varies
Helen Hill Scholarship Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The Helen Hill Scholarship honors Mary Helen Hill (1938-2021), a kind and generous soul who believed strongly in the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters and was committed to mentoring others.	Not published	Up to $6K
Sloan Scholars Mentoring Network Grants Social Science Research Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sloan Scholars Mentoring Network (SSMN) serves the over 1,800 alumni of the Sloan Scholar graduate fellowship programs.	Not published	Varies
The Gavin Creel Fellowships American Theatre Wing Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies American Theatre Wing's Gavin Creel Fellowships support emerging theatre makers through mentorship, training, networking, and performances. FLAG for detail.	Not published	Varies
Gregory Award Society of American Foresters · Foundation Not published · Varies Brings outstanding international students to the annual SAF National Convention to engage with members, students, and professionals from across the US.	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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