Last updated June 17, 2026
There are currently 3,743 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.
Pathways Out of Poverty Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Herb Block Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Pathways Out of Poverty Grant, established by the…
Patricia D. Klingenstein Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sadie and Harry Davis Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Patricia D. Klingenstein Grants…
Patriot's Pen Program Type: Annual youth essay contest for middle school students Overview: The VFW's Patriot's Pen® annual youth essay contest encourages students to examine America's history and…
Patriot's Pen Youth Essay Contest Program Overview: The Texas Department of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)'s Patriot's Pen Essay Contest encourages students in grades 6th through 8th to express their…
Paulding County Area Foundation General Grants Geographic Scope: Paulding County, Ohio and surrounding areas Overview: The Paulding County Area Foundation offers grants to support community projects…
Paynesville Area Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CommunityGiving Amount: US $2,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Paynesville Area Community Foundation…
PBC Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pebble Beach Company Foundation Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The PBC Grants, funded by the Pebble Beach Company Foundation, aim to enhance educational…
Overview PBnJ Mission Statement As youth leaders, our mission is to empower community members to pursue philanthropic qualities and leadership skills to ensure the quality of life of those in the…
PCCF Youth Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Putnam County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary Overview About the Foundation The Putnam County…
Overview _NOTE: In light of the widespread economic impacts of COVID-19 on nonprofits and their programs, we encourage organizations to apply for general/unrestricted support rather than a specific…
Overview Youth United Grant Youth United awards grants to local organizations dedicated to creating equitable access to sports, recreation, and extracurricular activities, prioritizing increased…
Overview _NOTE:_ * _Mini grants can only be accessed through a code given by PCHF staff. All organizations must contact the foundation to talk about your mini-grant idea before receiving the…
PCMA Foundation Charitable Giving - Hospitality Helping Hands Funder: PCMA Foundation Background: The PCMA Foundation runs the Hospitality Helping Hands give-back program and supports charitable…
Peacebuilding Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Rockefeller Brothers Fund Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Peacebuilding Grant Program, funded by The Rockefeller Brothers Fund, aims…
Peacock Foundation Inc. Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Peacock Foundation Inc Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Peacock Foundation Inc. grants support the health and well-being of South…
PEEP Afterschool Program Funder: National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project in partnership with PECO (Philadelphia Electric Company) and United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New…
Pen & Podium Grants Funder: Denver Post Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Denver metro area Focus Areas: Literary arts, education, and youth literacy Program Description Grant program associated…
Peridot Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Peridot Foundation Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary The Peridot Foundation Grant aims to enhance the welfare of the Hebron, Connecticut community…
Overview _NOTE: Before submitting an application for the Spring or Fall cycle, all applicants must contact the Foundation no later than the pre-proposal deadline above._ Permian Basin Area Foundation…
Perry County CF: Community Good Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Last Updated: May 23, 2025 Summary The Perry County CF: Community Good Grants Program,…
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.