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 state 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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RTX's FIRST Grant Program NAF · Foundation Not published · Varies FIRST was founded in 1989 to inspire young people's interest and participation in science and technology.	Not published	Varies
Tony Robbins Foundation Grant The Tony Robbins Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tony Robbins Foundation Grant aims to empower individuals and organizations to improve the lives of marginalized communities, including youth, seniors, and the homeless.	Not published	Varies
Allianz Foundation for North America Grant Allianz Foundation for North America · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Allianz Foundation for North America aims to empower young people by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth.	Not published	$25K – $50K
Regional Impact Grants: Southeast General Grants The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Regional Impact Grants aim to empower youth and promote basic needs within communities in Southeast Connecticut.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Brooklyn Center High School Partnership Program The Thielen Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K A comprehensive pilot program since 2018 using athletics as a catalyst for academic success and student development at an economically disadvantaged school.	Not published	$1K
Little Wishes Ongoing Enrichment Blue Skies for Children · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides opportunities for children to participate in ongoing after school enrichment opportunities. The Enrichment Program Wish requests are unique to the needs of each child.	Not published	Varies
Mill Foundation Grant The Mill Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mill Foundation Grant supports programs that benefit disadvantaged youth in the Rockford region, aiming to instill values and life skills.	Not published	Varies
Statewide Parent and Professional Engagement Program Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $350K The New Jersey Department of Health leads the state’s response to public health challenges and works to improve health outcomes for all New Jersey residents.	Not published	Up to $350K
HY27 Services for Homeless Youth and Homeless Pregnant Youth Grant Ohio Department of Health and Human Services · Foundation Not published · $30K The HY27 Services for Homeless Youth and Homeless Pregnant Youth Grant, administered by the Ohio Department of Health, aims to combat youth homelessness in Ohio.	Not published	$30K
George Family Foundation: Youth Development Grant George Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The George Family Foundation's Youth Development Grant aims to empower youth from under-resourced communities by supporting initiatives that foster personal growth, educational enrichment, and workplace learning.	Not published	Varies
LA84 Foundation Grant - Large Grant LA84 Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The LA84 Foundation Grant supports youth development through sports, prioritizing programs that engage underrepresented youth, including girls and young women.	Not published	$10K
Hearst Foundation: Social Service Grant William Randolph Hearst Foundation · Foundation Not published · From $100K The Hearst Foundation's Social Service Grant focuses on tackling chronic poverty by funding direct-service organizations that implement effective solutions for economic independence and family strengthening.	Not published	From $100K
Key Club Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the North State · Foundation Not published · Varies An opportunity offered by Redding Kiwanis to graduating seniors from Enterprise and Shasta High schools who are dues paying members of their high school Key Club.	Not published	Varies
Heart of Canal Street Donations Grant Potawatomi Hotel & Casino · Foundation Not published · Varies Heart of Canal Street, established in 1994 by Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, focuses on enhancing the lives of children in southeastern Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
Lithia 4Kids Request Grant Lithia Motors · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lithia 4Kids Program, initiated by Lithia Motors, aims to enhance youth development through strategic partnerships with nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Youth Grant Committee: Vigo County Wabash Valley Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Youth Grant Committee in Vigo County, part of the Wabash Valley Community Foundation, aims to cultivate philanthropic leadership among local youth.	Not published	Up to $500
Jose Solarez Scholarship Arizona Behavioral Health Corporation · Foundation Not published · $5K A scholarship program created to help youth in Guadalupe, Arizona stay in school, named after Jose Solarez, a founding and long-time ABC Board member who passed away in 2012.	Not published	$5K
Summer Camp Program Grant The Joe W and Dorothy D Brown · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joe W. and Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation's Summer Camp Program aims to support overnight camps for children with special needs, particularly those unable to attend other camps.	Not published	Varies
Children's Healthcare Charity (CHC) Grants Children's Healthcare Charity Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Children's Healthcare Charity, Inc. (Palm Beach Gardens, FL; 501(c)(3)) makes grants available to nonprofit organizations in Palm Beach County and throughout South Florida that enhance the health and welfare of children.	Not published	Varies
Myra Fox Skelton Foundation Grant Wells Fargo Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The Myra Fox Skelton Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations in Wyoming, particularly focusing on youth, health, education, and religion.	Not published	Up to $125K
( SIT ) Student Intensive Training Award Grant Arkansas Space Grant Consortium · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Arkansas Space Grant Consortium (ASGC) is offering the Student Intensive Training (SIT) Award aimed at undergraduate students interested in aerospace research.	Not published	Up to $15K
SRCF Charitable Grants Spring Run Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K – $36K The Spring Run Charitable Foundation awards grants to qualified charitable organizations. In 2025, the foundation awarded over $225,000 across eight charities plus additional grants.	Not published	$20K – $36K
Emerging Pork Leaders Carolina North Carolina Pork Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Educates students and prepares them for career opportunities and leadership roles in the pork industry; prepares young adults to become ambassadors for the industry.	Not published	Varies
Micron STEM Opportunity Fund Grant Community Foundation of Northern Virginia · Foundation Not published · $15K – $30K The Micron STEM Opportunity Fund, established by the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, aims to enhance STEM education for underserved students in the area.	Not published	$15K – $30K

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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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