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.
Oratorical Contest Program Type: Academic speaking competition with college scholarships Overview: The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the…
Oregon 4-H Foundation Request for Proposals Grant Geographic Scope: Oregon statewide Focus Areas: - Programs and projects that focus on innovation, leadership, and community pride - Direct impact on…
Oregon FFA Washington Leadership Conference Scholarship Funder: Oregon FFA Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Oregon Purpose: Support for attendance at Washington Leadership Conference Status:…
OTF: System Innovations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ontario Trillium Foundation Amount: Up to C $250,000 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The Ontario Trillium Foundation's System Innovations…
Our Empowered Youth Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Meyer Memorial Trust Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary Our Empowered Youth, funded by Meyer Memorial Trust, focuses on…
Outstanding Youth Leaders of the Year Scholarship Funder: Youth Mentoring Collaborative in partnership with the Ciara Arts and Science Foundation Award Type: Half-tuition, renewable scholarship Award…
Oyate Leadership Network (OLN) Program Overview: OLN is a facilitated learning community that welcomes Native relatives into programming emphasizing traditional ways of knowing as a guide for…
PA Fair Fund - County FFA Funds Reimbursement Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The PA Fair Fund - County FFA…
PA Fair Fund -County 4-H Funds Reimbursement Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) Amount: US $2,000 - US $3,500 Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The…
Palm Beach Philanthropy Tank Competition Funder: Philanthropy Tank Inc (FL, US) Status: Active annual competition Geographic Scope: Palm Beach County, Florida Overview: A county-wide initiative aimed…
Panera Bread Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Panera Bread Foundation Inc Amount: US $25,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: December 17, 2025 Summary The Panera Bread Foundation Grant supports…
Panther Pride Excellence in Leadership Scholarship Status: Active scholarship program Geographic Scope: Boulder Valley School District (BVSD), Colorado Award Amount: $1,000 Overview: This scholarship…
Paramedic/Fire Academy Cadet Training Program Funder: San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Geographic Scope: San Diego County, California - Focus on Health Sciences High and Middle College (City…
Parent Ambassador Program Funder: Nebraska Early Childhood Collaborative (NECC) Program Type: Year-long leadership and advocacy program Geographic Scope: Nebraska Program Purpose The Parent…
Pathways to the C-Suite Internship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS FOUNDATION INC Amount: US $4,000 Last Updated: October 21, 2025 Summary The Pathways to the C-Suite…
Overview PBnJ Mission Statement As youth leaders, our mission is to empower community members to pursue philanthropic qualities and leadership skills to ensure the quality of life of those in the…
PCCF Community Impact Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Putnam County Community Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The PCCF Community Impact Grants…
Peace Fellowships: Master's Degree Programs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Rotary Foundation Of Rotary International Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The Rotary Peace Fellowships offer fully…
PeacePlayers Leadership Academy Overview: A year-long virtual leadership development program for alumni of PeacePlayers programs, with in-person travel opportunities. The program aims to develop…
Peer Coaching Program Organization: Progressive Leadership Initiative Education Fund Inc (PLIEF) Geographic Scope: Virtual (online) Focus Areas: Leadership and management skills including…