Last updated June 19, 2026
There are currently 3,742 active grants for youth programs in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
Mini Grant Program Overview: One of the primary ways the Bean Foundation accomplishes its mission by strategically directing resources through their mini grant program. Geographic Scope: Jefferson…
Mini Grants Program Status: Program Paused Funder: YouthWell New Hampshire Geographic Scope: New Hampshire Mission Alignment: Programs must be aligned with YouthWell NH's mission to positively impact…
Mini-Grant Funder: Kiwanis Club of Adrian, Adrian, Michigan Program Overview: The Mini-Grant program provides funding up to $2,500 for organizations seeking to make a positive impact in the Adrian…
Ministry Exploration and Mentoring Projects for Young Adults Overview: FTE provides support to young leaders interested in exploring ministry as a vocation and connects them with congregations within…
Minnesota Pediatric Mental Health Access Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Health Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: August 17, 2025 Summary The Minnesota Pediatric…
Minnesota Youthbuild Competitive Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: June 27, 2025 Summary…
Minnesota's Coastal Program Grants: Small Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Amount: US $1,000 - US $4,500 Last Updated: November 15, 2025 Summary Minnesota's…
Mino-Niibi Fund for Indigenous Cultures Overview: Native-to-Native giving program supporting Indigenous-led organizations with small grants since 2012. Mission: The Mino-Niibi Fund for Indigenous…
Overview Minster Community Fund The Minster Community Fund (Fund) was established for the benefit of the citizens of the Minster School District. The intent is to emphasize community improvement in…
Miranda Lux Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Miranda Lux Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Miranda Lux Foundation Grant supports innovative pre-vocational and vocational…
MiSpace Grant Overview: A $1M strategic initiative advancing teen mental health across Chicago's communities. Mielle Cares provides MiSpace Grants to Chicago area community centers. Award Amount:…
Missional Residencies Overview: A 9-12 month long-term program designed to support spiritual growth, help discover calling, and practice the way of Jesus through community service and leadership…
Mississippi Delta Film Academy Organization: Emmett Till Interpretive Center Overview: A two-week summer program led by Dr. Davis Houck and Dr. Pablo Correa for highly motivated high school students…
Missouri State Parks Bus Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Missouri State Parks Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: March 26, 2025 Summary The Missouri State Parks Bus Grant Program…
MJ LaFoley Foundation Grant Purpose: To provide an opportunity for deserving students to meet their special needs or achieve educational or amateur athletic goals through special programs. Geographic…
MJF Impact Focused Funding Overview: A pilot project (Years 1-3: 2023-2026) that allows donors to direct a portion of their Community Campaign gift toward specific community-identified priorities.…
ML20 Scholarship Program Overview: College scholarship program providing financial assistance to qualifying student participants from the Maurice Lucas Foundation Academy programs toward their…
Overview _Currently, the Foundation is no longer accepting applications. Please revisit this site at a future date for more information._ Baseball Tomorrow Fund History During the 1999 World Series,…
MN Youthbuild Program Funder: Minnesota Department of Economic and Employment Development Amount: $150,000 Status: Awarded December 2025 Geographic Scope: Central Minnesota Focus Areas: - Trade…
Mobility Equipment Program Funder: Variety – the Children's Charity of Iowa Geographic Scope: Iowa statewide Program Overview Variety helps children living with special needs gain mobility,…
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.
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.
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.