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.
Martha Beckenholdt Youth Philanthropy Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hancock County Community Foundation Inc. Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary Overview About The Community…
Martha Levensaler Leadership Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alaska Conservation Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $3,000 Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Martha Levensaler Leadership Fund…
Mary Gibbs Scholarship Fund Overview: A scholarship fund created in honor of Mrs. Mary Gibbs, a longtime community member and beloved figure in the Raising Men Lawn Care Service organization since…
Maryland Agricultural Education and Rural Development Assistance Fund (MAERDAF) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rural Maryland Council Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Maryland Agricultural…
Maynard Bauer Leadership Fund Type: Grant for leadership development Purpose: Fund grants focused on the development and encouragement of leadership skills and motivation in students of Bay Village…
Mayor's Youth Leadership Council (MYLC) Overview: A partnership between MCCOY and the City of Indianapolis with support from the Lilly Endowment. The council serves young people who help amplify…
MCCF: Youth Advisory Council Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Manistee County Community Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Youth Advisory Council Grant by the Manistee County Community…
Meninak Leadership Grants Geographic Scope: Northeast Florida (area high school seniors) Focus Areas: College scholarships for high school students Eligibility: - Area high school seniors -…
Mentor Hawaii Program Funder: Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii Young Professionals, sponsored by American Savings Bank Program Type: Six-month mentorship program Target Participants: Young professionals…
Miami Fellows Class XII Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Miami Foundation Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary The Miami Fellows Class XII is a transformative 15-month leadership program designed…
Michael F. Peterson Youth Leadership Conference Funder: Valley Electric Association, Inc. (Sponsored in partnership with Utah Rural Electric Association) Geographic Scope: Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming…
Midland Area Youth Action Council Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Midland Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Midland Area Community…
Midland Area Youth Action Council Youth Philanthropist Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Midland Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary Overview Note:…
Mirai Generations Leadership Program Overview: A leadership development program for emerging leaders in the Japanese American community. Program Focus: - Meet MGLP alumni and community leaders -…
Miriam Singer Sulman Young Leadership Award Overview: Recognizes future Jewish leadership and provides funding to attend the Jewish Federations of North America General Assembly. Award Details: -…
Miss Hispanic Seafair Scholarship Funder: Latino Community Fund of Washington Program: Hispanic Seafair (LCF program since September 2017) Website: latinocommunityfund.org/about_hispanic_seafair…
Missional Residencies Overview: A 9-12 month long-term program designed to support spiritual growth, help discover calling, and practice the way of Jesus through community service and leadership…
Mississippi Women in the Lead Funder: Women's Foundation of Mississippi Program Type: Leadership development cohort program Geographic Scope: Mississippi statewide Focus: Building leadership capacity…
Overview About Us Jenna and I are so thrilled to give back to the community that has given so much to us! After much time and thought, we created the MFF to provide people with the inspiration,…
Overview Mobilizing Young Leaders Across Washington State The Paul G. Allen Family Foundation is launching a new initiative that will invest up to $5 million in new and existing programs in…