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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Foster Grandparent Program Maryland Department of Juvenile Services · State Not published · Varies To provide youth in the juvenile justice system with a mutual person-to-person relationship with senior citizens, age 55 and older. DJS has been a sponsor of the FGP for 32+ years.	Not published	Varies
Shaw's Foundation Grants Shaw's Supermarkets Char Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Shaw's Foundation Grants support nonprofit organizations that enhance community well-being, focusing on hunger, youth education, and health.	Not published	Varies
Junior Gardener Program Grants San Clemente Garden Club · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Junior Gardener Program Grants, offered by the San Clemente Garden Club, support K-12 school gardens to foster healthy lifestyles and environmental stewardship among students.	Not published	Up to $500
Headstream Accelerator Cohort VI Grant Headstream by Second Muse · Foundation Not published · $30K The Headstream Accelerator supports entrepreneurs from all backgrounds in scaling digital solutions that improve the mental well-being of teens at risk, with a focus on the education and healthcare sectors.	Not published	$30K
Neighborhood Partnership Grant Brown County United Way · Foundation Not published · Varies We Believe Place Matters! We believe vibrant, safe, and healthy neighborhoods are built on the strengths of all who live, work, and play within them.	Not published	Varies
Cooking and Gardening Strategic Impact Grants Berkeley Public Schools Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies This specialized grant program supports cooking and gardening initiatives across Berkeley schools, promoting healthy choices, nutrition education, and sustainability.	Not published	Varies
Ryman Hospitality Properties Foundation Grant Ryman Hospitality Properties Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ryman Hospitality Properties Foundation Grant supports organizations that focus on the arts, education, and youth enrichment in communities impacted by Ryman's assets.	Not published	Varies
Preventing Youth Overdose: Treatment, Recovery, Education, Awareness and Training (361586) Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Preventing Youth Overdose program aims to enhance awareness of fentanyl risks among youth, improve screening for opioid use disorder (OUD), and increase access to medications for OUD.	Not published	Varies
Glenn W. Bailey Foundation Grant Glenn W Bailey Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $20K – $35K Easily learn more about the Glenn W. This grant has a rolling deadline. Our Mission is to foster pathways to success in globally competitive STEM careers for students in the United States.	Not published	$20K – $35K
IA AmeriCorps Formula Grant Volunteer Iowa · Foundation Not published · Varies The IA AmeriCorps Formula Grant, offered by Volunteer Iowa, aims to enhance community service and volunteering in underserved areas.	Not published	Varies
Barbour County Community Foundation Grant Program Barbour County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Barbour County Community Foundation Grant Program aims to improve the quality of life for residents of Barbour County through various grant initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Midland Area Youth Action Council Grants Midland Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Midland Area Community Foundation offers the Midland County Youth Action Council Grants, designed to empower local youth through funding requests up to $10,000.	Not published	Up to $10K
Attic Angel Association Community Grants Attic Angel Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Attic Angel Association (Middleton, WI) awards Community Grants each year to nonprofit organizations, as part of its mission to assist seniors and children in Dane County, WI; a specific need is chosen each spring.	Not published	Up to $20K
The Andrew McMorris Foundation Scholarship Grant Andrew McMorris Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Andrew McMorris Foundation Scholarship honors the memory of Andrew McMorris, a vibrant twelve-year-old who tragically lost his life in 2018.	Not published	Up to $3K
Kosasa Foundation Opportunity Youth Grant Kosasa Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Kosasa Foundation Opportunity Youth Grant aims to support organizations that assist Opportunity Youth (ages 16-24) who are disconnected from education and employment in Hawaii.	Not published	$50K
Commonwealth Corps Massachusetts Service Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Commonwealth Corps engages Massachusetts residents of all ages and backgrounds in direct service to strengthen communities, address critical needs, and increase volunteerism.	Not published	Varies
Gratis Foundation Grant Gratis Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gratis Foundation Grant supports organizations focused on education, health care, humanitarian services, and at-risk youth.	Not published	Varies
Mentoring Programs Grants Cottage Grove Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $30K The Cottage Grove Community Foundation provides an average of $30,000 annually for mentoring programs to assist at-risk students in the South Lane School District. This funding comes from a large endowment established in 2009.	Not published	$30K
Endowment Fund - Regular Grants San Marcos Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The San Marcos Community Foundation offers Regular Grants ranging from $1,500 to $10,000 to nonprofit organizations benefiting the residents of San Marcos.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Specialty Grants - Cardinals Fly Together Fund - School Matching Grants Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applications for the 2025 season of educational day field trips will be reviewed and those chosen will be notified on a rolling basis as funds remain available._ Cardinals Fly Together Fund - School Matching Grants The Springfield…	Not published	Varies
Scheidel Foundation College Success Grant Scheidel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Scheidel Foundation College Success Grant aims to empower students to achieve post-secondary credentials through targeted support initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Sanny and Jerry Ryan Youth Scholarship Endowment Grand Forks Parks and Recreation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Created by the Ryan Family, this generous endowment is established to support youth scholarships.	Not published	Varies
Thunderbird Charities Grant Thunderbirds Charities · Foundation Not published · Varies Thunderbirds Charities, established in 1986, aims to enhance the quality of life in Arizona communities by supporting at-risk youth, education, and families in need. They provide grants generated from the Waste Management Phoenix Open.	Not published	Varies
Immanuel Lutheran Church Grants Immanuel Lutheran Church · Foundation Not published · Varies Immanuel Lutheran Church Grants provide financial support to projects that align with the mission priorities of the Trust Fund.	Not published	Varies

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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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