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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Beyond the Match Support Band of Angels Corp · Foundation Not published · Varies Band of Angels supports students in pursuing meaningful musical growth and experiences beyond the classroom through targeted funding opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Fund for the Arts: Cultural Pass Partner Grant Fund for the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fund for the Arts: Cultural Pass Partner program offers 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in the arts and culture sector the opportunity to provide free access to local institutions for youth aged 0-21.	Not published	Varies
W.W. Caruth Jr. Fund Grant - Mental Health Services Communities in Schools of the Dallas Regioninc · Foundation Not published · $500K Communities In Schools of the Dallas Region (CISDR) received a grant of $500,000 from the W.W. Caruth Jr. Fund at Communities Foundation of Texas.	Not published	$500K
Statewide Teaching Artist Roster (STAR) Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The Statewide Teaching Artist Roster (STAR) Grants provide a juried list of qualified artists interested in teaching within schools.	Not published	Varies
Trinity Grants: Neighborhood Support: Downtown Fund Trinity Church Wall Street · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K Trinity Grants: Neighborhood Support: Downtown Fund aims to enhance the emotional well-being of Lower Manhattan's communities.	Not published	$500 – $10K
Margaret M. and Harley H. Wachs Youth Leadership Fund Grant East Tennessee Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $600 The Margaret M. and Harley H. Wachs Youth Leadership Fund Grant, established in 2001, aims to empower young people in Johnson County by providing travel and leadership opportunities.	Not published	$300 – $600
Colorado Outdoor Equity Grant Program Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Colorado Outdoor Equity Grant Program aims to enhance access to outdoor activities for traditionally underrepresented communities, including low-income families, LGBTQ+ individuals, and youth of color.	Not published	Up to $100K
Edward H. Daveis Benevolent Fund Grant Maine Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Edward H. Daveis Benevolent Fund Grant supports early childhood and youth leadership initiatives in Greater Portland.	Not published	Up to $10K
Heavy Constructors Association Summer Internship Program Heavy Constructors Association of the GRTR KC Area Industry Advancement Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies A paid summer internship program for students eager to explore and gain practical experience in heavy construction.	Not published	Varies
Annual Retreat Shinnyo-En Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies An intimate intergenerational overnight gathering offered to affiliates and grantees to reflect on their spirit of service, be inspired by others, and rejuvenate themselves.	Not published	Varies
General Support Grants University Christian Church Legacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Unrestricted general operating support to enhance capacity, strengthen abilities, and respond to challenges and opportunities to expand or improve services.	Not published	Varies
Samuel G. Wilson Scholarship Greensboro Symphony Guild · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
Mabel Louise Riley Foundation: Riley Foundation Grants Riley Mabel Louise Tr Uwill · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K The Mabel Louise Riley Foundation provides grants to support low-income children and youth in Boston.	Not published	$50K – $100K
Regional Grant Program The Beim Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Beim Foundation's Regional Grant Program invites proposals from nonprofit organizations serving under-resourced communities in the U.S. for environmental education projects by 2025.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Affiliate Fund: Millennium Fund for Children Grants Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to US $2,000 The Millennium Fund for Children, a collaboration between the Akron Community Foundation and the Akron Beacon Journal, aims to enhance the quality of life for children across Summit, Medina, Portage, Stark, and Wayne counties.	Not published	Up to US $2,000
Union Scholars Internship Program American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees · Foundation Not published · Varies A summer internship program for students who are passionate about social justice and workers' rights.	Not published	Varies
Pueblo Youth Action Council Grant Caring for Colorado Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pueblo Youth Action Council Grant, established in 2021 by the Caring for Colorado Foundation, supports youth-led initiatives in Pueblo County.	Not published	Varies
USA Kids Tri Program USA Triathlon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Financial commitment to supporting grassroots programming to grow youth triathlon and multisport by introducing the sport to a wide range of kids in schools and communities Geographic Examples - USA Kids Tri Colorado (2024): USA Kids Tri…	Not published	Varies
School Sailing Team Grants San Diego Yacht Club Sailing Foundation · Foundation Not published · $13K	Not published	$13K
Toledo Neighborhoods Foundation Grant Toledo Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants from the Toledo Neighborhoods Foundation are made possible through revenue generated by the GTCF solar arrays at the Overland Industrial Park.	Not published	Varies
KidsPlay Youth Activity Funding Assistance (Community Foundation of Orange) Community Foundation of Orange · Foundation Rolling · Up to $250 'Created by the Community Foundation of Orange in 2007, KidsPlay ensures that no child is left on the sidelines' by providing access to youth sports, visual and performing arts, and enrichment programs. 'KidsPlay currently supports…	Rolling	Up to $250
Southwest Airlines Charitable Grant - Aero CHI Program Hallmark University Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
UltraCamp Foundation Grant UltraCamp Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies We're camp people who love camp. We want everyone, from the director to the camper, to have the best experience possible.	Not published	Varies
Paynesville Area Community Foundation Grant Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K The Paynesville Area Community Foundation Grant aims to foster positive change in the Paynesville area through targeted funding in education, social services, arts and culture, civic initiatives, recreation, and health.	Not published	$3K – $20K

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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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