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 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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Liberty Mutual Foundation- Discretionary Grants Liberty Mutual Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Liberty Mutual Foundation offers discretionary grants to 501(c)(3) organizations, focusing on those that empower low-income youth and young adults.	Not published	Varies
Cape Coral Kiwanis Foundation Grant Cape Coral Kiwanis Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies At the Cape Coral Kiwanis Foundation, our mission is helping children, children at risk, under served children, and the children who need help most.	Not published	Varies
Kevin Murnane Coaches Grant Tahoe Cross Country Ski Education Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides funding for coaches' professional development in cross-country skiing programs	Not published	Varies
Lingnan W.T. Chan Fellowship Program Grant Lingnan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lingnan W.T. Chan Fellowship Program provides transformative educational experiences for Chinese students in the U.S. through service learning and intercultural exchange.	Not published	Varies
Lancaster Osteopathic Health Foundation Community Grants Program Touchstone Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K – $25K LOHF's Community Grants Program encourages collaboration and partnerships to address behavioral and mental health needs of Lancaster County children, families, and caregivers. The program is based on comprehensive needs assessment data.	Not published	$4K – $25K
Richard L. and Diane M. Block Foundation Grant Richard L and Diane M Block Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Richard L. and Diane M. Block Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for Alaskans through support for social services, arts, culture, and youth empowerment.	Not published	Varies
The Genius Within Cooperative Learning Center Heroes' Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Steve Stricker American Family Insurance Foundation Grant Steve Stricker American Family Insurance Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Steve Stricker American Family Insurance Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in south-central and southeastern Wisconsin that promote strong families and healthy children.	Not published	Varies
Elmo M. Royce Youth Fund Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $100 – $2K Support nonprofit organizations whose programs support youth activities and recreational programs	Not published	$100 – $2K
Title II Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Formula Grant Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K The Title II Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Formula Grant aims to enhance Maryland’s juvenile justice system by promoting developmental approaches that prioritize accountability without criminalization, alternatives to system…	Not published	$50K – $200K
Nordstrom Community Grant Nordstrom · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Nordstrom Community Grant focuses on supporting youth and families by providing over $1 million in grants annually.	Not published	$5K – $20K
The Children's Trust: Community Engagement Grant The Children's Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Children's Trust Community Engagement Grant aims to enhance existing programs that support children and families in Miami-Dade County.	Not published	Up to $20K
GF Novice Researcher Grant The Gerber Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Letter of Inquiry deadline is the deadline for the Concept paper.	Not published	Varies
Youth Council Grant Watertown Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Council Grant, offered by the Watertown Area Community Foundation, supports local youth in making impactful contributions to their community.	Not published	Varies
Adolph Coors Public Policy Grant Programs Adolph Coors Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Adolph Coors Public Policy Grant Programs support organizations that embody western values like self-reliance and personal responsibility.	Not published	Varies
Pratt County Achievement Place - Youth Development Grant South Central Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Pratt County Achievement Place - Youth Development Grant, funded by the South Central Community Foundation, aims to enhance the lives of children and youth in Pratt County.	Not published	$2K
American Water Charitable Foundation - Workforce Readiness Grant Program Penn's Northeast Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K Central Montco Technical High School (Montgomery County): Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Business and Industry (Luzerne County):	Not published	$25K – $50K
World Series of Innovation Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship · Foundation Not published · $300 – $2K A global online competition inviting young people ages 13-24 to tackle innovation challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).	Not published	$300 – $2K
Jim Hoops Scholarship Denver Cherry Creek Rotary Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship program administered by the Denver Cherry Creek Rotary Foundation to support outstanding high school students.	Not published	Varies
Ameren Illinois Grants Ameren Charitable Trust (Union Electric · Foundation Not published · Varies Ameren Illinois Grants aim to enhance community quality of life through funding in areas like arts, civic engagement, environmental preservation, health services, and youth education.	Not published	Varies
Youth Opportunities - Youth Innovations Test Grant Ontario Trillium Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Youth Innovations Test Grant, offered by the Ontario Trillium Foundation, empowers grassroots groups by funding projects led by youth or youth-adult partnerships.	Not published	Up to $100K
Scholarships for Kids Grand Forks Parks and Recreation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies More than 40% of children in Grand Forks qualify for Park Activity Scholarships. This program provides scholarships to ensure all children in the community have access to park activities and recreation programs.	Not published	Varies
Outdoor Fund - Local Impact Grant Bass Pro Shops & Cabelas Outdoor Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Outdoor Fund - Local Impact Grant supports local organizations and projects that enhance community engagement and align with conservation goals.	Not published	Up to $5K
Opportunities for Children Oklahoma City Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K One of OCCF's Community Grant Programs designed to meet pressing community needs. Guidelines and eligibility criteria are based on donor intent.	Not published	Up to $40K

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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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