Youth Development & Leadership Grants

Last updated October 13, 2026

Grantable tracks 651 active youth development & leadership grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 5 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 264 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 651; from 514 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $1,896–$25K
Total listed funding: $25.4M; across 264 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 3; 53 with a published date

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Fraternity Leadership Grants Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support the Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity in providing leadership and personal development training to its members.	Not published	Varies
England Family Foundation Grant England Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The England Family Foundation Grant aims to amplify local solutions for inclusive prosperity in Washington, DC.	Not published	Varies
Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award Grant Zonta International · Foundation Not published · $5K The Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award acknowledges young women aged 16-19 for their leadership and commitment to public service. Since 1990, Zonta has awarded over $1.6 million to nearly 1,000 recipients from 61 countries.	Not published	$5K
U.S. Embassy Djibouti PDS Annual Program Statement U.S. Mission to Djibouti · Federal Forecast · $5K – $25K A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy Djibouti Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program.	Forecast	$5K – $25K
Jane’s Fellowship Grant The Russell Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $11K Jane's Fellowship Program, established by The Russell Family Foundation, empowers grassroots leaders in Pierce County through a year-long cohort experience.	Not published	$11K
Youth Advisory Board (YAB) Project Grant Male Contraceptive Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Advisory Board Project Grant is for undergraduate students seeking to advocate for and advance male contraception through projects that span research, advocacy, and policy activities.	Not published	Varies
Gilboa MBI Scholarship Fund Habonim Camp Kvutza Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 Scholarship fund specifically supporting Gilboa campers participating in Machaneh Bonim Israel (MBI) program for teens entering 11th grade. Designed to support campers on their Habonim journey and nurture future counselor leaders.	Not published	$500
Brave Heart Fellowship Grant The Aspen Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Brave Heart Fellowship, initiated by the Center for Native American Youth at the Aspen Institute, empowers Native youth aged 18-24 to lead in environmental justice and food sovereignty efforts.	Not published	Varies
Community Youth Volunteer Award Soroptimist International of Anacortes · Foundation Not published · Varies Given annually to a high school age girl who is pursuing her leadership aspirations through volunteer service.	Not published	Varies
GE Scholar-Leaders Program Institute of International Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A regional leadership development program for underrepresented students in Central Europe, designed to provide confidence and skills for student success through formal leadership seminars and experiential learning.	Not published	Varies
Carnegie Corporation of New York - Profiles in Collective Leadership Horizon Education Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $200K About CareerWise Elkhart County (Recipient):	Not published	$200K
Energizing Student Potential (ESP) Program National Energy Education Development Project Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Upper elementary and middle schools participating in the ESP program receive multiple professional development opportunities throughout the school year, hands-on curriculum, classroom materials grants, educational energy audits, and field…	Not published	Varies
OTF: System Innovations Grant Ontario Trillium Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Ontario Trillium Foundation's System Innovations Grant aims to strengthen community systems for youth, particularly Indigenous and Black youth, through collaborative initiatives.	Not published	Up to $250K
Youth Development Grant Program California State Library · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Development Grant Program aims to empower California public libraries to enhance summer meal initiatives by providing teens with valuable leadership and workforce readiness skills.	Not published	Varies
The Rising Wildlife Leaders - Amazonia Program Grant Wildlife Conservation Network Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Rising Wildlife Leaders - Amazonia Program aims to cultivate a new generation of conservation leaders in the Amazon basin.	Not published	Up to $7K
MacJannet Prize for Global Citizenship Macjannet Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognizes exemplary university student civic engagement programs around the world.	Not published	Varies
Henny Penny Leadership Award Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Henny Penny Leadership Award, provided by The Dayton Foundation, recognizes graduating seniors from Preble County, Ohio, or children of Henny Penny employees who exhibit exceptional leadership abilities.	Not published	Up to $3K
JCFKC: J-LEAD Grants Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The J-LEAD Grants, offered by the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City, provide funding up to $5,000 for programs that positively impact the Jewish community.	Not published	Up to $5K
Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) Fellowship: California Native Youth Collective Grant The Aspen Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) Fellowship empowers Native youth leaders aged 18-24 through tailored training in sovereignty, leadership, and advocacy.	Not published	Varies
Education & Leadership Impact Grants - Less than $15,000 The Cedarcrest Charitable Foundation Aka · Foundation Not published · Varies BLBB Charitable considers requests for operating support, project support, and capacity building (including sustainability and strategic planning, program planning and growth, leadership or professional development, or staff training) in…	Not published	Varies
Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Regular Grants Barry Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Regular Grants, provided by the Barry Community Foundation, aim to fund initiatives that significantly benefit the youth in Barry County, Michigan.	Not published	Up to $3K
Leadership Coaching Curriculum Research Collaborative Progressive Leadership Initiative Education Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A first-of-its-kind longitudinal study on best practices and the long-term value of investing in youth leadership development programs.	Not published	Varies
Trahan-Liptak 4-H Leadership Fund Massachusetts 4-H Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An endowment fund established to support youth attending national and state 4-H conferences. The fund covers all conference-related costs including registration, travel, lodging, and meals.	Not published	Varies
CIT (Counselor-in-Training) Program Scholarships Oakland Parks and Recreation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CIT program is a leadership and workforce development track for teens interested in mentoring younger campers and building real-world job skills.	Not published	Varies

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About youth leadership grants

Youth leadership grants fund programs that build leadership, civic engagement, and decision-making skills in young people, often through service-learning, mentoring, and youth-led projects. Funders include national foundations such as the William T. Grant Foundation and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, along with corporate initiatives and community foundations that run youth-advised grantmaking funds. Many awards target middle and high school students and the organizations that serve them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do youth development & leadership grants award?

Of the 651 youth development & leadership grants Grantable lists as of October 13, 2026, 264 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $1,896 and $25K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most youth development & leadership grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are The Aspen Institute Inc (8), Morasha Olami Inc (6), First Alaskans Institute (5), One Young World (5), and Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Inc (4). In all, 514 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are youth development & leadership grants due?

Of 651 grants listed, 3 accept applications on a rolling basis, 53 have a published upcoming deadline, 258 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 337 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 51% fall in January–March.

What youth leadership grants are available?

Grants fund leadership training, civic-engagement and service-learning projects, youth-led community initiatives, and youth advisory programs. Some funders support organizations that build leadership skills among teens, while others, such as community-foundation youth funds, put grant decisions directly in the hands of young people. Awards range from small project grants to larger multi-year program funding.

Who funds youth leadership programs?

Funders include national foundations such as the William T. Grant Foundation and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, corporate philanthropy from companies that support youth entrepreneurship and leadership, and community foundations that operate youth-led grantmaking funds. National youth-serving organizations and local foundations also fund leadership development in their regions.

Who can apply for youth leadership grants?

Most grants are awarded to schools, nonprofits, and youth-serving organizations rather than to individual students, though some programs engage youth directly as decision-makers or fellows. Applicants usually need 501(c)(3) status or a fiscal sponsor and should confirm the funder's target age range and geographic focus. Check each program's guidelines for whether youth, educators, or organizations are the intended applicants.

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