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 federal 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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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
Women's Philanthropy Fund The Don & Sybil Harrington Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women's Philanthropy Fund provides grants to support programs and services that benefit women and families, particularly those in vulnerable situations. The fund focuses on education, health, economic opportunity, and human services.	Not published	Varies
Windows of Hope Foundation Grant Gary E Milgard Family Foundation- · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Windows of Hope Foundation supports various non-profit organizations in Pierce County, Washington, with grants ranging from $1,000 to $50,000.	Not published	Up to $50K
Notice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for Impact of Technology and Digital Media Exposure Usage on Child and Adolescent Development National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $3,000,000 total The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for research on the impact of technology and digital media on…	Forecast	$3,000,000 total
Thriving Young People Grants The Colorado Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K The Colorado Health Foundation aims to empower young people in Colorado, particularly those facing health inequities, including youth of color and LGBTQ+ individuals.	Not published	$50K – $200K
Bedford Foundation Grant Edward T Bedford Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edward T. Bedford Foundation, established in 1994, focuses on supporting charitable endeavors for children and young adults.	Not published	Varies
Raytheon Grants Raytheon Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Raytheon Technologies, through its Connect Up initiative, fosters transformative social impact by empowering underserved communities and inspiring future generations.	Not published	Varies
Emily’s Bloomin Youth Fund Grant The Greater New Orleans Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Emily’s Bloomin Youth Fund aims to support at-risk youth aged 10-18 in Orleans Parish by providing outdoor and nature-centered programs.	Not published	Varies
Iddings Foundation Grant Iddings Benevolent Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Iddings Foundation Grant, administered by the Iddings Benevolent Trust, focuses on supporting 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Montgomery County, Ohio.	Not published	Up to $50K
Rec for All Support, Engagement, and Events (See) Grant - Event and Travel Grant DC Department of Parks and Recreation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Rec for All Support, Engagement, and Events (See) Grant offers a $10,000 funding opportunity aimed at promoting inclusive recreational activities for youth.	Not published	$10K
Maryland Symphony Orchestra (MSO) Scholarships Barbara Ingram School for the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
General Scholarship Fund Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show · Foundation Not published · Varies The FWSSR funds scholarships given by select youth organizations including Texas 4-H, Texas FFA and Texas High School Rodeo Association and others. Fort Worth Stock Show Main Office: 817-877-2400	Not published	Varies
Iowa 4-H Financial Assistance Iowa 4-H Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provides financial assistance to cover 4-H program membership fees	Rolling	Varies
Built to Play Skatepark Grants The Skatepark Project · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Built to Play Skatepark Grants, funded by the Tony Hawk Foundation, aim to support the creation of free, public skateparks in low-income communities across Southeast Michigan and Western New York.	Not published	Up to $25K
Sam J. Frankino Foundation Grant The Sam J Frankino Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Sam J. Frankino Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for children and families in need through monetary grants for education, health care, and community support.	Not published	$1K
Financial Grants Sailing Foundation of Barnegat Bay Inc · Foundation Rolling · $100 – $5K The Sailing Foundation of Barnegat Bay provides financial grants to individuals and organizations in the Barnegat Bay area that seek funding for activities and programs that fulfill the Foundation's mission.	Rolling	$100 – $5K
West Family Foundation Grant West Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The West Family Foundation Grant supports tax-exempt organizations that benefit children and families in Southern Oregon, specifically in Jackson and Josephine counties. Grants range from $1,000 to $10,000, with an average award of $6,000.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Violence & Delinquency Prevention Programs Grant Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K 2025-27 Violence & Delinquency Prevention Programs The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) is now accepting applications under the 2025-27 Violence and Delinquency Prevention Programs (VDPP) solicitation.	Not published	Up to $250K
NxtGen Conservationist Program Conservation Nation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500	Not published	Up to $500
YouthBuild GED Program (18-24) Ser Metro Detroit Jobs for Progress Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Youth Program Grants Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Oshkosh Area Community Foundation offers Youth Program Grants to support initiatives that enhance youth development in Winnebago County.	Not published	Up to $3K
Vincent O. Greene Youth Scholarship Fund Urbana Parks Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Zach Gordon Youth Scholarship Program Grant Juneau Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $300 The Zach Gordon Youth Scholarship Program provides financial assistance of up to $300 per child per fiscal year to help youth participate in activities they might otherwise miss.	Not published	Up to $300
Youth Education and Development Grant Program Episcopal Charities of the Diocese of New York · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Education and Development Grant Program by Episcopal Charities aims to enhance educational opportunities for children in New York.	Not published	Varies
Native Voices Rising Native Americans in Philanthropy · Foundation Not published · Varies A collaborative grantmaking initiative led by Common Counsel Foundation and Native Americans in Philanthropy.	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 3,640 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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