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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Community Experts Fund Grant The Peter and Elizabeth C Tower · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Community Experts Fund Grant, provided by the Peter & Elizabeth C. Tower Foundation, aims to improve the lives of young people facing mental health and developmental challenges in targeted counties.	Not published	Up to $50K
AAAAI Mentorship Award Grant American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) · Foundation Not published · Varies The AAAAI Mentorship Award honors dedicated mentors who significantly impact the careers of trainees and colleagues in the field of allergy and immunology.	Not published	Varies
Kars4Kids Small Grant Program Kars 4 Kids Inc · Foundation Rolling · $5K The Kars4Kids Small Grant Program supports educational initiatives across the country, allowing the funder to extend their impact to children beyond their own programs while remaining aligned with their mission.	Rolling	$5K
KCF: Competitive Grants Program - Youth Mentoring Kitsap Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $1K The Kitsap Community Foundation's Competitive Grants Program for Youth Mentoring offers grants ranging from $1,200 to $1,400 in 2025.	Not published	$1K – $1K
ACS Student Communities Engagement Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The ACS Student Communities Engagement Grant, offered by the American Chemical Society, supports student outreach events and member engagement, providing up to $1,000 to active ACS Student Chapters and affiliated organizations.	Not published	Up to $1K
Mentor-Based Postdoctoral Fellowship In Rehabilitation Research Grant National Multiple Sclerosis Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mentor-Based Postdoctoral Fellowship in Rehabilitation Research Grant, provided by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, aims to support the training of postdoctoral fellows in research related to multiple sclerosis rehabilitation.	Not published	Varies
Building Bright Futures: Education Grant The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Greater Cincinnati Foundation's Building Bright Futures: Education initiative aims to empower children and young adults by funding innovative programs that foster academic success.	Not published	Up to $50K
Youth Reentry Support Grant City of Boston · State Not published · Up to $250K The Youth Reentry Support Grant, offered by the City of Boston, aims to empower organizations that provide mentorship, skills training, and health programs for justice-involved youth aged 14-21.	Not published	Up to $250K
CFOV: Community Impact Grants Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies While many of the charitable funds established at the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley, Inc. have been either designated for a specific purpose or are otherwise restricted in their distribution, the Foundation has developed a pool…	Not published	Varies
Community Quarterback Award Houston Texans Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Houston Texans and Community Coffee reward the spirit of volunteering and giving back by recognizing volunteers who exemplify leadership, dedication, and commitment to improving the community.	Not published	$5K
SMOFI Mentorship Program Detroit Omega Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K SMOFI's mentoring programs connect mentors (people with similar skills and knowledge) with mentees (individuals who need or want those skills) to help them move up in work, skill level, or school performance.	Not published	Up to $5K
Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities - Grants Developmental Disabilities - Governor's Council · State Not published · Varies The Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities offers grant programs that support employment, cultural outreach, training, self-advocacy and leadership development for Minnesotans with developmental disabilities and their families.	Not published	Varies
ACCF Youth (TAG Team) Grants The Allegan County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The ACCF Youth (TAG Team) Grants support youth development initiatives in Allegan County, inviting high school students to represent their peers through the T.A.G (Teens Aiding Growth) Team.	Not published	Varies
Sullivan Fellows Program Algernon Sydney Sullivan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Flagship initiative of the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Foundation designed to foster leadership and service among a select cohort of college students.	Not published	Varies
Regional Impact Grants: Southeast General Grants The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Regional Impact Grants aim to empower youth and promote basic needs within communities in Southeast Connecticut.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Rotary Club of Milwaukee Scholarship Grant Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Trust · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Rotary Club of Milwaukee Scholarship provides financial support and mentorship to high school seniors in Milwaukee pursuing higher education.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Mentoring Programs Grants Cottage Grove Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $30K The Cottage Grove Community Foundation provides an average of $30,000 annually for mentoring programs to assist at-risk students in the South Lane School District. This funding comes from a large endowment established in 2009.	Not published	$30K
Stoic Student Scholarship Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Stoic Student Scholarship was established in 2024 by Stoic Real Estate Partners Foundation to help deserving students maximize their potential despite obstacles.	Not published	Up to $15K
Rachel Fuchs Memorial Award for Excellence in Mentorship and Service to Women/LGBTQ in the Profession Grant Coordinating Council for Women in History · Foundation Not published · $500 The Rachel Fuchs Memorial Award recognizes exceptional mentorship and service to women and LGBTQ individuals in the historical profession.	Not published	$500
YP HI School Mentor Program Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii · Foundation Not published · Varies A mentorship initiative that pairs young professional mentors with high school students to provide hands-on mentorship and career guidance. Mentors help students with career exploration, academics, and post-secondary planning.	Not published	Varies
Maine Merits Scholarship Program - Ray Gagnon Community Service & Leadership Scholarship Peopleschoice Credit Union · Foundation Not published · $1K This scholarship honors high school seniors and college students who embody a community-driven spirit through exceptional volunteerism, community building, or youth leadership.	Not published	$1K
Lingnan W.T. Chan Fellowship Program Grant Lingnan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lingnan W.T. Chan Fellowship Program provides transformative educational experiences for Chinese students in the U.S. through service learning and intercultural exchange.	Not published	Varies
Women in Business Mentoring Program French-American Chamber of Commerce in the United States Inc New York Chapter · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
New Hampshire Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant New Hampshire Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $50K The New Hampshire Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Grant provides federal funding for academic enrichment and support services for students in high poverty schools.	Not published	$50K

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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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