Grants for Youth Programs

Last updated October 31, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,636 active grants for youth programs in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 86 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,652 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 3,636; from 2,476 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $3,000–$50K
Total listed funding: $228.1M; across 1,652 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 252 with a published date

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Wyoming Youth for Natural Resources Grants Wyoming Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Most awards $1,000–$10,000 The Wyoming Youth for Natural Resources Grants program aims to engage young people in wildlife conservation and natural resource projects in Wyoming.	Not published	Most awards $1,000–$10,000
Class Act Program Random Acts Inc · Foundation Not published · $6K The Class Act Program encourages students to come together to perform acts of kindness that make a difference in their community.	Not published	$6K
Desert Financial Foundation Nonprofit Grants Desert Financial Foundation · Foundation Not published · $8K – $15K Desert Financial Foundation was founded in 2017 to aid nonprofits in providing services to the community and support education.	Not published	$8K – $15K
2026 Summer Fellowship Coding It Forward Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies At the time of application, applicants must meet ALL of the following requirements: For questions, contact: Our Team (see website for contact details) Coding it Forward is a non-profit organization focused on investing in the next…	Not published	Varies
Dewey Wells Citizenship Fund Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Dewey Wells Citizenship Fund, established by Judge Dewey Wells at the North Carolina Community Foundation, aims to promote good citizenship and character among the youth of Avery County.	Not published	$500 – $1K
2023 Emerging Voices Small Grants Program U.S. Mission to the Philippines · Federal Forecast · $5K – $20K The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines’ Public Affairs Section (PAS Philippines) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that we are considering proposals for the 2023 Emerging Voices (EV) Small Grants Program.	Forecast	$5K – $20K
Yancey P. Winans Community Grant Yancey P Winans Testamentary Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Yancey P. Winans Community Grant focuses on supporting summer programs for children and young people in the Walla Walla Valley.	Not published	Up to $5K
Senator Montigny's Children's Fund Grant Southcoast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K – $50K The Senator Montigny's Children's Fund aims to empower underserved youth in Greater New Bedford by providing grants between $15,000 and $50,000 for nonprofit organizations focused on youth literacy, arts, culture, and recreational…	Not published	$15K – $50K
Sullivan Fellows Program Algernon Sydney Sullivan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Flagship initiative of the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Foundation designed to foster leadership and service among a select cohort of college students.	Not published	Varies
Youth Leadership Institute Youth Fund Youth Leadership Institute · Foundation Not published · $5K The yli Youth Fund awards $5,000 each to youth-led projects across multiple California locations.	Not published	$5K
Greater Green Valley Community Foundation Grants Greater Green Valley Community FDN Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Green Valley Community Foundation offers grants to 501(c)3 non-profit organizations that serve the communities of Sahuarita, Green Valley, Amado, Arivaca, Tubac, and Tumacacori.	Not published	Varies
Charlotte Martin Foundation: Youth Programs Grant Charlotte Y Martin Foundation-Ima · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Charlotte Martin Foundation prioritizes funding for rural BIPOC organizations focused on youth programs, emphasizing education, athletics, and cultural expression for ages 6-18.	Not published	Up to $20K
Adkins Family Foundation Grants Adkins Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Adkins Family Foundation Grants aim to provide essential resources to uplift people of color and those in need within inner-city and underserved communities.	Not published	Varies
Strong Start Campaign - 2026 Annual Giving (Afterschool Scholarships) Greater Kingsport Family Young · Foundation Not published · Varies The 2026 Annual Giving Campaign, titled "Strong Start," focuses on providing scholarships for YMCA afterschool programs and summer camp.	Not published	Varies
Maryland 4-H Foundation Special Grants The Maryland 4-H Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Special Grants awarded by the Maryland 4-H Foundation are made possible by gifts from generous donors. The Board of Directors is dedicated to providing financial support for high impact youth development programming.	Not published	Varies
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield Teen Suicide Prevention Grant New Jersey Association for Mental Health · Foundation Not published · $25K	Not published	$25K
Youth Philanthropy Community Foundation of Jackson Hole · Foundation Not published · Varies A Community Grants program supporting diverse community needs through youth engagement in philanthropy.	Not published	Varies
Baystate Financial Charitable Foundation Grants Baystate Financial Services Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Baystate Financial Charitable Foundation, established in 1999, is dedicated to enhancing the lives of disadvantaged children and families in the community.	Not published	Varies
National Scholarship and Trades Stipend Program Ace Mentor Program of America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The ACE Mentor Program National Scholarship and Trades Stipend Program recognizes outstanding ACE students who demonstrate exceptional commitment, leadership, and a clear passion for pursuing careers in the design and construction industry.	Not published	Varies
Creating New Economies Fund (CNEF) Grant The Conservation Fund a Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: You are required to speak with a Resourceful Communities staff member about your project before applying._ We protect America’s most critical lands and waters to provide greater access to nature, strengthen local economies and…	Not published	Varies
Young Jewish Fund (Giving Circle) The Morton L and Amy R Friedkin Supporting Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies An inaugural giving circle founded in 2024 by The Bay Area Tribe, a group of local Jewish young adults, in partnership with the Federation.	Not published	Varies
100 Men of Dane County Grants 100 Men of Dane County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Mission: From Survival to Success to Significance We are driven by a single goal: to do our part in making the world a better place for the families of Dane County.	Not published	Varies
Michigan Health Endowment "Healthy Ottawa" Re-granting Initiative Fund Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $490K	Not published	$490K
Hudson-Ellis Grants Blue Grass Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Hudson-Ellis Grants, offered by the Blue Grass Community Foundation, support charitable organizations in Boyle County, focusing on public education and services for disadvantaged youth and adults.	Not published	Up to $8K

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About grants for youth programs

Grants for youth programs support after-school, summer learning, mentoring, recreation, and enrichment activities for young people. Federal funding flows largely through the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers program (administered by state education agencies under the U.S. Department of Education's ESSA) and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), while private funders such as the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation back youth development nationwide. Local community foundations, United Way chapters, and corporate giving programs round out the field.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for youth programs award?

Of the 3,636 grants for youth programs Grantable lists as of October 31, 2026, 1,652 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $3,000 and $50K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for youth programs?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are City of Boston (11), Midland Area Community Foundation (11), Communitygiving (10), Michigan 4-H Foundation (10), and Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation (9). In all, 2,476 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for youth programs due?

Of 3,636 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 252 have a published upcoming deadline, 1,095 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 2,199 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 45% fall in January–March.

What grants are available for youth programs?

Funding ranges from federal formula and competitive grants for after-school and summer learning, to foundation grants for mentoring, recreation, and enrichment, to small corporate and community-foundation awards. The largest dedicated federal source is the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program, which supports academic enrichment during out-of-school time at high-poverty schools and community organizations. OJJDP also funds mentoring, delinquency prevention, and youth intervention programs.

Who funds youth programs?

Funders include federal agencies (the U.S. Department of Education through 21st CCLC and OJJDP within the Department of Justice), national foundations such as the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, and the Wallace Foundation, and corporate philanthropy. Community foundations and local United Way chapters are often the most accessible sources for grassroots youth organizations.

Who is eligible to apply for youth program grants?

Eligibility varies by funder. Federal programs like 21st CCLC typically require schools, districts, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, or parks and recreation departments to apply, often in partnership. Most foundation grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status or a fiscal sponsor. Review each funder's guidelines for geographic focus, target age groups, and program-type restrictions before applying.

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