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.
Baltimore Philanthropy Tank Competition Funder: Philanthropy Tank Inc (FL, US) Status: Active annual competition Geographic Scope: Baltimore, Maryland Overview: An expansion of the Palm Beach…
Banks Baldwin Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Banks-Baldwin Foundation Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Banks Baldwin Foundation, established in 1994, supports community initiatives…
Benjamin Asbell Youth Upsilon Lambda Phi Fraternity Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Community Foundation Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Benjamin Asbell Youth Award, presented by…
Bernau Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bernau Family Foundation Last Updated: May 08, 2025 Summary The Bernau Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance individual lives and foster…
Best and Brightest Management Fellowship Program (CO) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Department of Local Affairs Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Best and Brightest Management…
Best and Brightest Management Internship Program (CO) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Department of Local Affairs Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Best and Brightest Management…
Beverly Beaird Young Woman Leadership Scholarship Funder: The Junior League of Tyler Inc. Geographic Scope: Smith County, Texas (high school seniors) Program Focus: Leadership development and…
Big Cover Up Grants Purpose: Match-based grant program providing funding to student-led school projects that serve fellow students in need by providing warm winter clothing, food, hygiene items, and…
Bill Flaig Community Service Scholarship Funder: Alexandria Education Foundation (Alexandria, MN) Award Amount: $1,000 (one scholarship awarded) Eligibility: - Graduating high school students -…
Bill Henningsgaard Cradle to Career Champion Award Purpose: Annually recognizes a local advocate from a community in the StriveTogether Cradle to Career Network who embodies exceptional leadership,…
Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award Overview: The Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award celebrates and honors high school and college-aged youth who are using the power of sport as a catalyst…
Black History Month Youth Leader Award Funder: Chicago Bears Status: Currently closed (2025 application cycle has ended) Overview: Honors two outstanding young athletes who excel in the classroom and…
Black Seeds School: Cohort 6 Organization: Imagine Black Futures (formerly PAALF Action Fund) Program Type: Training cohort for movement building Geographic Scope: Portland, Oregon (Kerns…
Black Seeds School: Cohort 7 Organization: Imagine Black Futures (formerly PAALF Action Fund) Program Type: Training cohort for movement building Geographic Scope: Portland, Oregon (Old Town…
Blue Planet Alliance Global Youth Ambassador Program Status: Active Overview: The Blue Planet Global Youth Ambassador Program was launched during the 2022 Our Oceans Conference in Palau to honor and…
Blue Ribbon Sale of Champions Foundation Scholarship Funder: Blue Ribbon Sale of Champions Foundation Inc (WI, US) Award Amount: $57,000 total in scholarships for 2026 Geographic Scope: Wisconsin…
Bobby Gunn Student Leadership Award Overview: Award designed to recognize students who take leadership roles in the field of Athletic Training either on or off their campus and have never had an…
Boulé Education Initiative Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Boulé Education Initiative…
Boys State Program Type: Youth leadership and citizenship training program Overview: Boys State is a program developed by the American Legion to provide qualified male high school juniors with a…
Boys State Scholarship Overview: American Legion Boys State is among the most respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for high school students. It is a participatory…