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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Blue Meridian Partners Grant Blue Meridian Partners Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Blue Meridian Partners Grant aims to transform lives of young people and families in poverty by investing in scalable strategies that enhance economic and social mobility.	Not published	Varies
Dekko Foundation Grant Dekko Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dekko Foundation Grant supports the development of children and young people from birth to age 18, focusing on their economic freedom through tailored learning environments.	Not published	Varies
Grigg-Lewis Foundation Grant Grigg-Lewis Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grigg-Lewis Foundation Grant supports projects benefiting residents of Eastern Niagara County and Western New York. The foundation focuses on arts, education, health, and community improvement.	Not published	Varies
Valley Guardians Youth Scholarship & Empowerment Initiative Valley Guardians Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Junior Fellowship Program National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership · Foundation Not published · Varies A character-driven leadership initiative designed to cultivate leadership in high school students through an intensive five-day boot camp followed by a nine-month fellowship.	Not published	Varies
Mackie McDonald College Fund Usta Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies Launched in spring 2025, the Mackie McDonald College Fund is an initiative that provides college scholarships and supports pathway programs for younger youth, especially in the San Francisco Bay Area.	Not published	Varies
Health Career Connection Internship Grant John Muir Health · Foundation Not published · Varies The Health Career Connection Internship, offered by John Muir Health, is a 10-week full-time program aimed at empowering underrepresented college students in healthcare.	Not published	Varies
MOMS Foundation Annual Match Program Metro Omaha Medical Society Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Each year the MOMS Foundation selects a single non-profit organization or program to receive this grant. The Metro Omaha Medical Society Foundation matches up to the first $5,000.00 in donations to the Match Program.	Not published	Up to $5K
USA Football- Youth Program Grants- Spring Cycle USA Football Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The USA Football Grant Program offers funding for youth organizations, middle schools, and girls flag football programs to improve operational standards and enhance athlete experiences.	Not published	Varies
25K for Kids Grant Androscoggin Bank's Mainstreet Fdn Portland Trust Company LLC · Foundation Not published · $25K The 25K for Kids Grant, offered by the Androscoggin Bank MainStreet Foundation, supports local non-profits in Maine that help at-risk youth access essential services such as food, shelter, and security.	Not published	$25K
Tobacco Youth & Community Engagement RFA (SD) Grant South Dakota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Tobacco Youth & Community Engagement RFA (SD) aims to empower youth and their communities to combat tobacco use, including e-cigarettes.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Central Dade Arts Alliance Grant The Miami Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $35K – $200K The Central Dade Arts Alliance Grant, under The Miami Foundation, aims to enhance arts education for approximately 3,500 students across Central Dade neighborhoods.	Not published	$35K – $200K
Diversity Grant Program - Disability Access Grant US Lacrosse Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Part of USA Lacrosse's Diversity and Inclusion National Grant Program, which provides funding to qualified organizations that initiate or continue programs and projects that promote lacrosse participation and education in underrepresented…	Not published	Varies
Community Accountable Fund Baltimore Children and Youth Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Lafayette Nature Center Program Scholarships Thorne Ecological Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Thorne offers scholarships to low and middle-income families for nature center programs at the Lafayette Nature Center.	Not published	Varies
HCSBC Foundation Grant Hancock County Savings Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The HCSBC Foundation Grant, offered by the Hancock County Savings Bank Charitable Foundation, aims to promote charitable and educational initiatives within Hancock County.	Not published	Varies
Andrew McMorris Foundation: Aviation Grants Andrew McMorris Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $1K The Andrew McMorris Foundation offers Aviation Grants for students in grades 6-12 aiming to pursue their dreams in aviation.	Not published	$250 – $1K
Changemaker Fund Healthy Alliance Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K Kayla Coonrad, Sr. Communications Specialist, Healthy Alliance Caroline Ryan, Marketing Manager, Healthy Alliance Healthy Alliance connects communities facing barriers to a growing social care network (SCN) of organizations.	Not published	$25K
Putney School Summer Arts Shinnyo-En Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A boarding summer school program offered by Putney School (since 1988) for Shinnyo-en youth to explore various art forms and apply their creative passion to cultivate a more harmonious and peaceful world.	Not published	Varies
Juvenile Justice Training, Technical Assistance and Support Human Services · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Golf Fore Kids Grants United Way of Story County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K	Not published	Up to $3K
JTEEN Grant Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Metrowest NJ · Foundation Not published · $500 – $20K The JTEEN Grant, offered by the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ, supports innovative teen programs aimed at enhancing community engagement.	Not published	$500 – $20K
Legacy Grant University Christian Church Legacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program supporting a specific legacy project or initiative. Recent grantee: Bellwether Housing - Arbora Court.	Not published	Varies
Youth Leadership Council (YLC) Grant Program Yakima Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K – $100K A grant program administered by local high school students who select and recommend organizations to receive funding. Five organizations selected, each receiving $20,000:	Not published	$20K – $100K

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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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