Youth Development & Leadership Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Ikaze Refugee Impact Scholarship (IRIS) Program Type: Educational scholarship with mentorship and leadership training Geographic Scope: Rwanda (refugee camps and high schools) Focus Areas: Education,…
ILF Civic Fellowship Program Program Overview: The International Leadership Foundation (ILF) identifies approximately 30 outstanding Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI)…
ILF Youth Leadership Academy (YLA) Program Overview: The Youth Leadership Academy is a summer program designed to cultivate the next generation of young civic leaders through intensive seminars,…
In Youth We Trust Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 09, 2026 Summary In Youth We Trust is a philanthropic…
INCERT One Young World Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: One Young World Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The INCERT One Young World Scholarship empowers young leaders in cybersecurity to…
Indigenous Lifeways Fund Funder: Na'ah Illahee Fund (NIF) Status: Now Open (announced October 23, 2024) Focus Areas: - Environmental Justice: Restoring ecosystems, improving water and air quality,…
Indigenous Scholars of Promise Overview: A college preparation program providing Native American and Latino high school juniors and seniors in Montana with training, mentoring, and support services…
Indigenous Tomorrows Fund Overview: A first-of-its-kind participatory grantmaking initiative that places decision-making power in youth leaders (ages 14-24). Youth are mentored by experienced…
Indigenous Women's Leadership Network (IWLN) Grant Overview: Grant supporting the Indigenous Women's Leadership Network's mission to create a platform for Native women working on water and natural…
Infinite Paths to Peace (IPTP) Leadership Retreat Series Status: Concluded in December 2025 after 10-year journey (program concluded) Description: A 10-year overnight retreat series that supported…
Initiators Fellowship Program Type: Two-year fellowship for emerging social entrepreneurs Geographic Scope: Greater Minnesota (53 counties and 6 Native nations served by Initiative Foundation,…
Intensive Mentoring for Oasis Youth Leadership Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: District of Columbia Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: March 11,…
Intercultural Leadership Institute Overview: A program by First Peoples Fund focused on developing intercultural leadership among Native artists and culture bearers. Geographic Scope: United States…
Interfaith Innovation Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Interfaith America Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary The Interfaith Innovation Fellowship, offered by Interfaith…
Interfaith Leadership Fund Organization: Interfaith America (IFYC) Status: Active funding opportunity Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Support for IFYC alumni committed to growing as…
International Convention Educational Programming Funder: Zeta Beta Tau Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States (serves ZBT fraternity members nationwide) Focus Areas: - Leadership development…
Iowa Corn Collegiate Advisory Team (CAT) Overview: A one-year leadership development program focused on increasing college students' understanding of the corn industry. Program Details Geographic…
Iowa Corn I-LEAD Program Overview: A two-year intensive leadership development program for industry professionals and farmers to increase knowledge and understanding of the corn industry. This is…
Iowa Interfaith Youth Leadership Camp Overview: The Des Moines Area Religious Council and The Comparison Project at Drake University co-host the 10th annual Interfaith Youth Leadership Camp. Program…
Iowa Merit Award Program Type: Merit-based award program Geographic Scope: Iowa Administering Organization: Iowa American Legion Auxiliary, Department Education Chairman Contact: Kim Dixon,…