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 state and 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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PA Fair Fund - County FFA Funds Reimbursement Program Grant Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) · Foundation Not published · Varies The PA Fair Fund - County FFA Funds Reimbursement Program supports Pennsylvania's county FFA organizations by reimbursing a portion of their annual expenses for leadership development activities.	Not published	Varies
Promising Futures Grants: Jobs and Workforce Development The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $200K The Promising Futures Grants focus on enhancing job training and placement for young people in New York City.	Not published	$5K – $200K
H.A.R.D. Scholarship Program Hayward Area Recreation and Park District Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Kiwanis Club Grants Ohio District Kiwanis Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Kiwanis Club Grants, administered by the Ohio District Kiwanis Foundation, focus on projects that promote Safe and Healthy Kids. They support community initiatives aimed at enhancing the lives of children and families.	Not published	Up to $3K
In Youth We Trust - Adult/Nonprofit Grants Community Foundation of Northern Illinois · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K In Youth We Trust, a youth philanthropy program by the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois, offers grants up to $40,000 for community projects focusing on youth mental health.	Not published	Up to $5K
Glen Ellyn Fund Initiative The Dupage Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K Targeted partnership between the DuPage Foundation and the Village of Glen Ellyn to provide focused grant funding to organizations serving the Glen Ellyn community.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Community Foundation of Northern Rosebud County Grant Montana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Community Foundation of Northern Rosebud County Grant supports nonprofit projects enhancing community welfare in Forsyth, Angela, Ingomar, and Rosebud. It prioritizes areas like youth education, healthcare, and emergency services.	Not published	Up to $4K
Waterman Foundation Grant Kern Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Waterman Foundation Grant, established by the Bakersfield Downtown Rotary Club, offers up to $50,000 in funding for local nonprofits addressing community needs.	Not published	Up to $50K
Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Grants Community Foundation of Marquette County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Advisory Committees (YAC) of the Community Foundation of Marquette County distribute grants to nonprofits to support youth programming. Community Foundation of Marquette County	Not published	Varies
KCCF: KREMC Operation Round Up Fund Grant Kosciusko County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The KCCF: KREMC Operation Round Up Fund Grant supports local charitable initiatives by encouraging members to round up their electric bills, with funds directed to various community causes.	Not published	Up to $5K
Mzuri Wildlife Foundation Grants Mzuri Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Mzuri Wildlife Foundation Grants support grassroots organizations dedicated to wildlife conservation and outdoor education.	Not published	$5K – $15K
BMA Foundation Grant Program Brian M Anselmo Memorial Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Brian M Anselmo Memorial Foundation supports charitable causes with a primary focus on youth, family, and animal-related needs.	Rolling	Varies
Maryland Student Venture Showcase & Pava Innovation Awards Greater Baltimore Committee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K Recognition and funding program for student-founded startups from Maryland colleges and universities advancing innovative, market-ready solutions.	Not published	$50K
Springfield City Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) Grant Program Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Springfield City Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) Grant Program provides up to $10,000 to support initiatives that engage youth in community service across Springfield, Missouri.	Not published	Up to $5K
Hans & Donna Sternberg Israel Youth Scholarship Program Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship program for high school students looking to travel to Israel. Options range from summer trips to semester and year-long trips to Israel.	Not published	Varies
Neighborhood Yes Fund (The Yes Fund) The John Bartram Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Neighborhood Yes Fund celebrates the creative talents of Southwest Philadelphia neighbors and provides mini-grants in support of community-led initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Jean Trimble Sullivan Memorial Scholarship Greensboro Symphony Guild · Foundation Not published · $500	Not published	$500
Recognition Grants University Christian Church Legacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants awarded in recognition of organizations that demonstrate significant leadership in responding to families, children, and youth in need of assistance.	Not published	Varies
First Tee College Scholarship Program Urban Family Sports Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Scholar Program is designed to provide further support, life skill development and mentorship of First Tee alumni through their journey in higher education.	Not published	Varies
Child Mental Health Initiative Department of Services for Children, Youth, and Their Families · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Instrument Grants: Empowering Immigrant Musicians in Our Community Fund for the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $15K The Instrument Grants program by Fund for the Arts aims to empower immigrant musicians in Greater Louisville through targeted funding for music programs.	Not published	$1K – $15K
Live Like Sam and USASA National Scholarships Live Like Sam Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Support young athletes who incorporate Live Like Sam guiding principles and USASA core values into their athletic participation.	Not published	$2K
EmpowerMENt Fund Grant Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The EmpowerMENt Fund Grant, offered by the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, aims to uplift young Black males in Washtenaw County by promoting their educational success.	Not published	Up to $15K
B.A.A. Gives Back Grants The Boston Athletic Association · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K	Not published	$5K – $15K

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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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