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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Emerging Leader Fellowship Stoneleigh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Organizations submit an application form and a two-page summary describing the project they are interested in pursuing with an Emerging Leader Fellow. See Letter of Inquiry deadline above.	Not published	Varies
NGC Youth Contests Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Women’s Giving Circle Grant The Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women’s Giving Circle Grant empowers women and families in Washington County, MD, by funding programs that enhance life skills, support young girls' development, and improve overall well-being.	Not published	Varies
Northern Colorado United for Youth - Impact Grants Northern Colorado United for Youth · Foundation Not published · Varies The Impact Grant is designed for those organizations that are looking for a major financial contribution to their organization.	Not published	Varies
Boys State American Legion · Foundation Not published · Varies Boys State is a program developed by the American Legion to provide qualified male high school juniors with a practical government course.	Not published	Varies
Engineers Week Outreach Grant National Engineers Week Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $1K The Engineers Week Outreach Grant program is designed to support volunteer and educator efforts to inspire the next generation of innovators through hands-on exploration of engineering.	Not published	$250 – $1K
From the Top Fellowship Grant From the Top · Foundation Not published · Varies The From the Top Fellowship empowers young musicians, ages 8-18, by providing them with resources to explore their musical careers.	Not published	Varies
Richard E. & Nancy P. Marriott Foundation Grant Richard E & Nancy P Marriott Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Richard E. & Nancy P. Marriott Foundation is dedicated to uplifting communities in Washington, D.C. by supporting nonprofit organizations focused on education, human services, and employment opportunities.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Alabama Power: Foundation Grants Alabama Power Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Alabama Power Foundation offers grants to support initiatives in education, arts, community development, health, and environmental stewardship.	Not published	Up to $10K
H-E-B Tournament of Champions Grant (Community Investment Program) HEB Tournament of Champions Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The H-E-B Tournament of Champions Grant, established in 1986, supports organizations benefiting Special Olympics Texas and educational initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Art Pratt Foundation Grant Art Pratt Foundation of Old Mission RC · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Art Pratt Foundation, associated with the Old Mission Rotary Club, provides grants primarily benefiting children, youth, and disadvantaged individuals.	Not published	Up to $10K
Ben Van Deelen Charitable Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Ben Van Deelen Charitable Fund, under the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation, aims to support the prevention and treatment of mental illness and substance use disorders among youth and young adults in Duluth and surrounding…	Not published	$1K
Bill Breen Bluegrass Youth Education Fund Grant The Ibma Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The IBMA Foundation was created by the International Bluegrass Music Association in 2007 with a bequest from the Richard Barnhart estate.	Not published	Varies
WHALE TAIL Grants Program California Coastal Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The WHALE TAIL Grants Program, managed by the California Coastal Commission, supports initiatives that engage children and the public with California's coast and watersheds through hands-on education and stewardship.	Not published	Up to $50K
NFL FLAG Funds - Individual Grants RCX Sports Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The RCX Sports Foundation, in partnership with the National Football League, provides grants for NFL FLAG participation to children across the country. Individual grants are available for youth athletes participating in NFL FLAG programs.	Rolling	Varies
Van Beuren Foundation: Program & Project Grant Van Beuren Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Van Beuren Foundation provides program and project grants aimed at improving health, education, and community well-being, primarily in Newport County.	Not published	Varies
CFNEM: Northeast Michigan Youth Advisory Council Grants (NEMYAC) Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Northeast Michigan Youth Advisory Council (NEMYAC) offers grants for youth-related programs, distributing approximately $50,000 annually from its endowed funds.	Not published	Up to $3K
Family Power Fund : Project Grants Headwaters Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The Family Power Fund by Headwaters Foundation supports nonprofits that empower families to lead health policy advocacy in Western Montana.	Not published	Up to $125K
Versafund Grant Program: Catalyst Grant Versacare Inc · Foundation Rolling · $3K – $10K The Versafund Grant Program: Catalyst Grant, offered by Versacare Foundation, provides funding ranging from $2,500 to $10,000.	Rolling	$3K – $10K
Unidas Youth Leadership Program - Teen Philanthropy Grants The Womens Foundation for the State of Arizona · Foundation Not published · $5K Unidas is an award-winning after-school teen program that teaches high school-aged young women and gender-expansive teens about leadership, philanthropy, and social justice.	Not published	$5K
CFMT Lillian Ashley Fund The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee For over 30 years, Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT) has been driving meaningful, positive change in our community.	Not published	Varies
General Grant Program Western Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Beyond the Classroom Grant Program The United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Out of School Time (OST) programming is vital for the well-being and development of children in our region, providing safety, academic support, and social connections while addressing critical community needs.	Not published	Up to $10K
Jacobson-Banks Scholarship Fund Hillel Council of New England Inc · Foundation Rolling · $500 – $750 Support undergraduate students of all backgrounds through scholarships to attend conferences, workshops, or leadership institutes that focus on interfaith and inter-group relations and promote cross-cultural cooperation.	Rolling	$500 – $750

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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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