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.
YMCA Youth Advocate Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council Of Young Mens Christian Assns Of The Usa Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The YMCA Youth Advocate Program empowers high…
Young Leader Program Geographic Scope: Iowa Program Description: An educational program that focuses on leadership and communication, the latest agricultural information, and the development of a…
Young Leaders Program Purpose: Support efforts with significant leadership by organizers under 25 years old. Geographic Scope: New England region Focus Areas: Environmental sustainability, healthy,…
Young Leadership Award Funder: Jewish Federation of El Paso and Las Cruces Geographic Scope: El Paso and Las Cruces, TX Overview: Award recognizing young leaders in the Jewish community (specific…
Young Musician Leadership Award Organization: Association of California Symphony Orchestras (ACSO) Purpose: Encourages a more intentional pathway into the field of arts administration by recognizing…
Young Philanthropists Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Canaan Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,500 Last Updated: September 19, 2024 Summary The Young Philanthropists Grant…
Young Professionals Network (YPN) Status: Active annual program Geographic Scope: Washington, D.C. metropolitan area (participants must reside in Washington, D.C. area) Focus Areas: - Professional…
Young Women's Initiative Status: Active, ongoing program Geographic Scope: Washington, D.C. and Prince George's County, Maryland Focus Areas: - Youth leadership development - Advocacy for young women…
Youth Advisory Board (YAB) - Youth and Philanthropy Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Youth…
Youth Advisory Board (YAB) Project Grant Funder: Male Contraceptive Initiative (MCI) Overview: The Youth Advisory Board Project Grant is for undergraduate students seeking to advocate for and advance…
Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Funder: The Luzerne Foundation, Wilkes-Barre, PA Type: Youth involvement program (2025/2026) Contact: - Phone: 570.822.2065 - Email: info@luzernefoundation.org -…
Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Homer Foundation Last Updated: October 21, 2025 Summary The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Grant, administered by the Homer Foundation,…
Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Grants Geographic Scope: McPherson County, KS (county-wide with multiple councils: Canton-Galva and McPherson) Eligibility: Local organizations serving youth in McPherson…
Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Grants Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Northern Ottawa County, Michigan Focus Areas: - Youth development - Education - Health & wellness -…
Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Regular Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Barry Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Regular…
Youth Advocates of the Year Awards Geographic Scope: United States and international (primarily US-focused with some global recognition) Focus Areas: * Recognition of outstanding youth advocates…
Youth Ambassador Program Overview: Youth Town Hall is currently accepting applications for 2027. Youth Ambassadors will hold a leadership role among the 150 students in attendance at each of the four…
Youth and Adult Grant Programs Status: ACTIVE Funder: Adolph Coors Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $175,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Adolph Coors Foundation's Youth and Adult…
Youth and Philanthropy (YAP) - High School Grant Program Overview: YAP empowers local 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students to take an active role in their community and understand the role of…
Youth As Resources (YAR) Grants Funder: United Way of Kenosha County in partnership with University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension Purpose: Funds youth-designed and youth-led community…