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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Howard Vincent Kurtz Student Engagement Grant United Institute for Theatre Technology Inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Howard Vincent Kurtz Student Engagement Grant, funded by USITT, supports emerging theater artists with financial assistance up to $1,200 for academic costs.	Not published	Up to $1K
Camp Grants Jewish Community Federation of Greater Chattanooga · Foundation Not published · Varies Encourage young people to have an intensive Jewish camping experience as part of their development. Jewish Federation of Greater Chattanooga Review the Camp Grants Qualifications and Guidelines for complete details.	Not published	Varies
Long Foundation Grant The Long Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Long Foundation Grant aims to support Texas Hispanic youths by addressing the high school dropout rate and enhancing their economic and social potential.	Not published	$5K – $20K
New Mexico Interfaith Immersion Trip Shinnyo-En Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A week-long immersive interfaith and service-learning trip in New Mexico for high school students from various faith and religious backgrounds.	Not published	Varies
Summer Adventures in Learning (SAIL) The Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham · Foundation Not published · Varies Funders committed to use a joint application process for nonprofit organizations wishing to receive grant support to enhance or add consistent academic components to summer youth programs.	Not published	Varies
McMillen Foundation Grants Program The Robert B McMillen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McMillen Foundation Grants Program supports research in cardiology, lipids, and organ transplant, along with educational initiatives and social services in Washington and Alaska.	Not published	Varies
Summer Associate Program The Greenlining Institute · Foundation Not published · $12K Interested candidates for 2027 cohort should fill out the interest form to be notified when 2027 applications open.	Not published	$12K
EWVCF: Two Rivers Giving Circle Grant Eastern West Virginia Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The EWVCF Two Rivers Giving Circle Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Jefferson, Berkeley, and Morgan counties focused on historic preservation and natural resource conservation.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Junior Achievement Rocky Mountain The Denver Rotary Club Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Inspires and prepares young people to succeed in a global economy	Not published	Varies
Leslie Scott Imagine Grant Award Oregon Country Fair · Foundation Not published · Varies An annual award given to a funded project through the Bill Wooten Endowment Fund that best represents former OCF General Manager Leslie Scott's contributions to the Fair.	Not published	Varies
Kiwanis Children's Fund Club Grants Kiwanis International Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants awarded by the Kiwanis Children's Fund to support Kiwanis clubs' local service projects that improve the lives of children around the world.	Not published	Varies
Josh Turner Scholarship Fund for the Arts Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Josh Turner Scholarship Fund for the Arts, established by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, empowers high school seniors from rural areas across ten southern states to pursue careers in music and the arts.	Not published	Varies
Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career Grant program Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career Grant program, part of Governor Wolf’s Jobs that Pay Initiative, aims to bolster Pennsylvania's manufacturing sector by funding projects that enhance workforce readiness and entry-level job…	Not published	Up to $200K
Student Production Awards – Call for Entries National Academy of Television Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual awards recognizing outstanding student television and journalism work. The program accepts entries from high school and college/university students across the Boston/New England region.	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Grants (United Way Partnership) 1889 Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $200K	Not published	$5K – $200K
Wayne County Community Endowment Grants Rochester Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Wayne County Community Endowment Grants aim to enhance the quality of life for residents in Wayne County, focusing on youth and seniors.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Ueberroth Family Foundation Grant Ueberroth Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ueberroth Family Foundation, established in 1984, focuses on empowering community organizations in Orange County, CA. With a mission to foster sustainable growth, the foundation supports youth education, health, and human services.	Not published	Varies
Scout of the Year Program Veterans of Foreign Wars Dept of TX · Foundation Not published · Varies The Texas VFW's Scout of the Year program honors Eagle Scouts, Girl Scout Gold Award recipients, Venture Summit Award recipients, and Sea Scout Quartermasters for their outstanding citizenship, patriotism, and community service.	Not published	Varies
Ticket Assist Program Dynamo and Dash Charities Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provides complimentary tickets to Houston nonprofit organizations and Title 1 schools that serve children, public servants, and community and civic groups who might not otherwise have the opportunity to attend a professional soccer game.	Rolling	Varies
Community Grant Essentia Health Moose Lake · Foundation Rolling · Varies Essentia Health prioritizes contributions to non-profit organizations working to address four key priority areas:	Rolling	Varies
Washington Youth & Families Fund (WYFF) Building Changes · Foundation Not published · Varies For more than 20 years, the Washington Youth & Families Fund has been the state's most important resource for driving community-led, equitable solutions to homelessness.	Not published	Varies
Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Grant Dirk Nowitzki Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations dedicated to improving children's wellbeing, health, and education.	Not published	Varies
Robert W. Woodruff Foundation: Human Services Grant Robert W Woodruff Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert W. Woodruff Foundation focuses on enhancing the quality of life in metro Atlanta and Georgia through impactful grants in various sectors, including human services.	Not published	Varies
Ida W. Browning Trust Grant Browning Ida W Tr U W · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ida W. Browning Trust was created under the Last Will and Testament of Ms. Browning out of her desire to utilize audio visual equipment to enhance students’ learning experiences.	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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