Grants for Youth Programs

Last updated October 30, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,640 active grants for youth programs in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 89 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,654 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 3,640; from 2,477 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $3,000–$50K
Total listed funding: $238.1M; across 1,654 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 256 with a published date

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Bothin Foundation Capital Grants Bothin Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K Durable capital grants ($5,000-$50,000; $50,000 max) to direct-service nonprofits in San Francisco, Marin, Sonoma, and San Mateo counties serving >=50% disadvantaged children/youth (0-24), low-income families with children, and/or people…	Not published	$5K – $50K
Equine Scholarship Programs Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show · Foundation Not published · $216K The FWSSR offers numerous equine scholarship opportunities for youth horse enthusiasts. Over $216,000 in scholarships are awarded annually.	Not published	$216K
AMS Young Scholars Program Grants (Epsilon Fund) American Mathematical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The AMS Epsilon Fund awards Young Scholars Program grants supporting existing summer programs that provide mathematically-talented youth education beyond the traditional classroom.	Not published	Varies
Accessibility Fund Kansas 4-H Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $40K Provide financial support to meet the needs of Kansas youth and enhance accessibility to 4-H experiences for current and new members. Support for financial, physical, social and emotional accommodations needed, including:	Rolling	Up to $40K
O'Connor Youth Committee Grants A Lindsay & Olive B O'Connor · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The A. Lindsay & Olive B. O’Connor Foundation offers grants up to $2,000 aimed at enhancing the lives of children and youth in Delaware County, NY. Eligible applicants include municipalities, religious organizations, and 501(c)(3) entities.	Not published	Up to $2K
Northeast Valley Best Start Community Grants Los Angeles Education Partnership · Foundation Not published · $75K LAEP facilitates the Northeast Valley (NEV) Best Start Community and partners with El Nido Family Centers to award grants through a participatory budget process (PBP).	Not published	$75K
Tapawingo Scholarship Program Gospel Volunteers Inc · Foundation Not published · $840	Not published	$840
Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Grant - Family Services Snoqualmie Tribal Organization · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Grant for Family Services offers up to $50,000 to 501c3 nonprofit organizations in Washington State.	Not published	Up to $50K
Episcopal Faith Communities Grants The Sheltering Arms Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Episcopal Faith Communities Grants, offered by the Sheltering Arms Foundation, support Minnesota Episcopal congregations in their initiatives to aid vulnerable children.	Not published	Up to $1K
Oregon Community Foundation K-12 Summer Learning Fund St Vincent De Paul Society of Lane County Inc · Foundation Not published · $92K This grant funded summer youth development programming through SVdP's Resident Services Kids Club, which serves tenant families at affordable-housing properties managed by SVdP (totaling more than 1,500 units across Lane and Linn counties).	Not published	$92K
Henry Hall Summer Scholars National Aquarium Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A free summer camp program for Baltimore City youth that provides hands-on learning experiences in conservation-themed environments across the United States.	Not published	Varies
The Giants Foundation Grant The Giants Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Giants Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on community issues, health improvement, and youth empowerment.	Not published	Varies
Banner Bank Community Support Program Grant Banner Bank · Foundation Not published · Varies The Banner Bank Community Support Program offers grants to nonprofit organizations in Washington, Oregon, California, and Idaho focusing on housing, youth development, financial education, and economic growth.	Not published	Varies
Barney & Barney Foundation Annual Grant Program Barney & Barney Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Barney & Barney Foundation awards grants to local non-profit organizations annually. Since 2009, the Foundation has awarded $5.5 million to more than 300 non-profits.	Not published	Varies
The Jane Deming Fund Grant Orange County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jane Deming Fund Grant, managed by the Orange County Community Foundation, focuses on supporting musical activities and education for under-served youth in Orange County.	Not published	Varies
Chicago Bulls Community Assist Fund Robert R McCormick Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McCormick Foundation matches all donations at 50% and covers all administration fees, so your entire donation, plus the match will be granted to qualified nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
U.S. Department of Education - Native Hawaiian Education Program Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture · Foundation Not published · $350K	Not published	$350K
Unified Champion Schools Outreach Opportunity Special Olympics Illinois · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K Special Olympics Illinois offered outreach opportunities to support local projects that meet Unified Champion Schools objectives. This was a second round of funding.	Not published	Up to $2K
Founding Forward Program Illinois Amvets Service Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 1987, AMVETS has offered this unique educational experience at Founding Forward (formerly known as Freedom's Foundation) in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, to give young people a better appreciation of their freedoms granted by the…	Not published	Varies
Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation Grants The Irene E and George A Davis Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations serving Hampden County, Massachusetts. Funding areas include early education, health, economic mobility, and arts.	Not published	Varies
Centre PACT Grants Centre Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K A hands-on philanthropy program for high school students in Centre County.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Caring for Pueblo County- Responsive Grantmaking: Children, Youth and Families Grant Program Caring for Colorado Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Caring for Pueblo County Grant Program aims to promote equity for children, youth, and families by funding initiatives in four key areas: Basic Needs, Social & Emotional Well-Being, Behavioral Health, and Economic Stability.	Not published	Varies
Mobility Equipment Program Variety - the Children's Charity of Iowa · Foundation Rolling · Varies Variety helps children living with special needs gain mobility, confidence, and freedom by providing personalized mobility equipment.	Rolling	Varies
Whittemore Travel Scholarship Fund for Youth Grant The Connecticut Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Whittemore Travel Scholarship Fund for Youth supports domestic and international travel for youth under 21, prioritizing experiences that promote education, justice, and cultural diversity.	Not published	Up to $3K

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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 3,640 grants for youth programs Grantable lists as of October 30, 2026, 1,654 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, 2,477 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for youth programs due?

Of 3,640 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 256 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 October–December.

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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