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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NorthStar Liberatory Training Collective Chicago Freedom School · Foundation Not published · $1K Since 2019, the NorthStar Liberatory Training Collective has prepared BIPOC young adults ages 17-24 to develop and implement healing-centered and trauma-informed practices within learning spaces such as public schools and youth…	Not published	$1K
Highland Optimist Matching Grants Highland Optimist Club of Optimist Int'l · Foundation Not published · Varies Matching grant program offered by the Highland Optimist Club to support youth programs and community initiatives. Applicants can leverage their fundraising efforts with matching funds from the club.	Not published	Varies
Nord Family Foundation Grant Program The Nord Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nord Family Foundation Grant Program focuses on supporting a variety of initiatives in the areas of arts and culture, civic affairs, education, and health and social services.	Not published	Varies
KinderCamp United Way California Capital Region · Foundation Not published · Varies KinderCamp is a free school readiness program designed to prepare children for kindergarten success through engaging activities and skill-building.	Not published	Varies
The McKeesport Community Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The McKeesport Community Fund, established in 2017 by Trulieve under the Pittsburgh Foundation, aims to enhance community welfare by supporting local 501(c)(3) nonprofits.	Not published	$5K – $50K
CLIMB Near Peer Mentorship Program Grant John Muir Health · Foundation Not published · Varies The CLIMB Near Peer Mentorship Program by John Muir Health offers a year-long mentorship initiative aimed at developing family medicine learners into community-engaged providers.	Not published	Varies
CoLab Studio (Summer Youth CoLab) Neighborhood Design Center · Foundation Not published · Varies A professional development and community improvement program through design that builds a diverse pipeline to design careers, supports local businesses, and exposes high school students to opportunities in the design profession.	Not published	Varies
Right Rider Access Fund - Safety, Education and Training Support Program Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Rec for All Support, Engagement, and Events (See) Grant - Engagement Grant DC Department of Parks and Recreation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Rec for All Support, Engagement, and Events Grant, provided by the DC Department of Parks and Recreation, offers $10,000 to support inclusive recreational opportunities for youth.	Not published	$10K
Emerging Artists Competition & Exhibition Grant Arts for Rural Texas · Foundation Not published · $5K The Emerging Artists Competition & Exhibition, organized by Arts For Rural Texas, showcases the creativity of rural Texas students in grades 6-12.	Not published	$5K
Camp Scholarships American Federation of Police and Concerned Citizens Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The AFP&CC Summer Camp Program offers sons and daughters of fallen officers scholarships to be used for summer camp tuition at the camp of their choice.	Not published	Varies
Hawai'i Community Foundation - CHANGE Grants Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture · Foundation Not published · $30K To support positive change in communities through grants that advance educational equity and cultural learning. An indigenous STEM experience that seeks to increase academic achievement in STEM through Hawaiian culture and arts.	Not published	$30K
Foundation Grant Program The Foundation of the Rotary Club · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Foundation distributes grants to support local area organizations, with particular emphasis on food security, disaster relief, education, and community services.	Not published	$10K – $20K
Environment Program: Strategy II- Expand Nature Learning Grant Onion Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Onion Foundation Environment Program aims to enable all Maine residents — especially those in rural areas — to enjoy the state’s natural resources and develop the knowledge, skills, and motivation to protect Maine’s environment.	Not published	Varies
Water Buffalo Club: We Benefit Children Grant Water Buffalo Club Inc DBA We Benefit Children · Foundation Not published · Varies The Water Buffalo Club: We Benefit Children Grant supports underserved and at-risk children in Los Angeles County. For over 35 years, the club has helped small charities grow by providing funding, resources, and active member participation.	Not published	Varies
Cresap Family Foundation Grant Cresap Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cresap Family Foundation Grant supports charities in Central and Northeast Oklahoma, reflecting the family's commitment to the community after their long-standing business.	Not published	Varies
Girls Giving Grants (G3) Impact Austin Foundation · Foundation Not published · $8K Girls Giving Grants (G3), a youth initiative of Impact Austin, empowers young women in grades 8-12 to make a difference through grantmaking.	Not published	$8K
Mahaska County Community Foundation (MCCF): City Challenge Grant Mahaska County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mahaska County Community Foundation (MCCF) City Challenge Grant supports local projects to enhance community development in Mahaska County.	Not published	Varies
Opportunity Fund Hood River County Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Opportunity Fund is a flexible support fund dedicated to increasing extra-curricular and co-curricular program access for students and families in the Hood River County School District who face financial, linguistic, geographical, or…	Not published	Varies
Campership Grants Community Foundation for Oceana County · Foundation Not published · Varies Support for camp experiences for youth in Oceana County	Not published	Varies
Emeril Lagasse Foundation: Community Grant The Emeril Lagasse Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emeril Lagasse Foundation offers Community Grants aimed at supporting 501c3 non-profit organizations that focus on culinary, nutrition, and arts education, with an emphasis on life skills development.	Not published	Varies
Huo Special Projects HUO Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Since its inception in 2009, The Huo Family Foundation has pledged over $75 million to support projects in the UK, US and China. The Foundation’s mission is to support education, communities and the pursuit of knowledge.	Not published	Varies
HIGHER Fund Grants Hamilton Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The HIGHER Fund Grants, established in 2023 by the Neil Cohen family, are administered by the Hamilton Community Foundation. These grants focus on youth-centered programs that promote character and social-emotional development.	Not published	Up to $50K
Women & Giving Grants Watertown Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	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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