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.
Urban Youth Ministry Certification Program Geographic Scope: Multiple locations including Online (Virtual), Houston (In-Person), New York City (In-Person), Kenya, and SEDUTH cohorts Program Focus:…
US SENATOR CHRIS VAN HOLLEN'S FALL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Funder: Office of US Senator Chris Van Hollen Purpose: Provide unique educational and professional development opportunities for students in…
USBC National Recognition Awards for Youth Leaders Funder: United States Bowling Congress (USBC) Website: bowl.com Geographic Scope: United States Overview USBC recognizes three national awards…
UWTC: Youth and Philanthropy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way of Tompkins County Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The Youth and Philanthropy Program, facilitated by the United Way of…
V4 Gen Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Visegrad Fund Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The V4 Gen Mini-Grant aims to support cross-border mobility for youth aged 12 to 30,…
Valley Guardians Executive Leadership Coaching Program Organization: Valley Guardians Inc Geographic Scope: Arizona Program Focus: Designed to provide success coaching for motivated students (ages…
Phoenix Club of Nashville Venture Philanthropy Grants Funder: Phoenix Club of Nashville (PCON), Nashville, TN Program Description: The Phoenix Club of Nashville has been making grants to nonprofits…
VFIC Women's Leadership Development Summit Status: Active Geographic Scope: Virginia (open to students from VFIC member institutions) Purpose: To provide women and leaders of all ages, backgrounds,…
VICE Conference Overview: The Virginia Cooperative Council sponsors an Institute on Cooperative Education (VICE), a youth leadership conference for up to 64 Virginia high school students held…
Visionary Leadership Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Valentine Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Visionary Leadership Fund Grant, managed by the…
Vogt Educational & Leadership Scholars Program Focus: Supporting educational and leadership development Award Details: - Program name referenced as "2026 Vogt Educational & Leadership Scholars" -…
Vogt Educational and Leadership Scholars Program Type: Scholarship program for educational and leadership development Geographic Scope: Louisville, Kentucky and surrounding region Focus Areas:…
VOICES of Philanthropy Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of DeKalb County Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The VOICES of Philanthropy Grant Program, established in 1998…
W.I.L.D. (Wilderness Investing in Leadership Development) Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The W.I.L.D.…
Walking College Fellowship Organization: America Walks Inc Program Type: Annual leadership development fellowship program Overview The Walking College is a leadership development program designed to…
Washington D.C. Youth Tour Funder: Southeastern Electric Cooperative (SEC); National Rural Electric Youth Tour Geographic Scope: National program; South Dakota participants from SEC service territory…
Washington Leadership Conference Scholarships Overview: Idaho FFA Foundation provides scholarships to support students attending the Washington Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. Geographic…
Washington Leadership Conference (WLC) Scholarships Overview: The Washington Leadership Conference (WLC) is an annual event organized by the National FFA Organization in the United States. It's…
Waterloo Schools Foundation Grant Cycles Mission: Fund, inspire, and promote academic excellence for all in the Waterloo Schools Geographic Scope: Waterloo Community School District (WCSD), Iowa,…
Wayfinders: Launching Spiritual Activists Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Presbyterian Mission Agency Amount: US $500 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The Wayfinders: Launching Spiritual…