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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Yale Appliance Foundation Grant Yale Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Yale Appliance Foundation Grant supports 501c3 nonprofits focused on aiding veterans, the elderly, minors, and the homeless in the Boston area.	Not published	Up to $10K
Nancy Buck Ransom Foundation Grants Nancy Buck Ransom Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nancy Buck Ransom Foundation Grants aim to empower young people by providing substantial annual funding to Crivitz Youth, Inc. and supporting organizations focused on education, health, and enrichment for children and youth in Monterey…	Not published	Varies
Youth Journalism & Multimedia Fellowship Afro Charities Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Afro Charities launched its inaugural Journalism and Multimedia Fellowship program in 2022 for Baltimore City high school students.	Not published	Varies
Queen of Hearts Women’s Fund Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _TTCF utilizes a simplified and streamlined granting process. Nonprofits need only apply once to a consolidated grant cycle offering at least $300,000 in available grant funds.	Not published	Varies
Title II Formula Grant (JJAC) Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy · State Not published · Varies The Title II Formula (JJAC) Grant Program is to improve outcomes for children and youth within the juvenile justice system by increasing and strengthening programs in the areas of aftercare and reentry, alternatives to detention…	Not published	Varies
Canon U.S.A Donations Grant Canon U.S.A · Foundation Not published · Varies Canon U.S.A Donations focuses on supporting local communities and environmental initiatives. Eligible organizations must have 501(c)(3) status and adhere to guidelines that prioritize youth support and environmental sustainability.	Not published	Varies
Wanish Scholarship (June & Robert Wanish Fund for the Arts) Blue Line Arts · Foundation Not published · 50-100% of registration fees The June & Robert Wanish Fund for the Arts was established in 2003 with a vision to encourage and support the enjoyment, appreciation and growth of the arts in communities.	Not published	50-100% of registration fees
Special Program or Project Grant Vermont Childrens Trust Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Vermont Children's Trust Foundation offers a $50,000 Special Program or Project Grant aimed at non-profit organizations serving children in Vermont.	Not published	$50K
Children's Program Fund Memorial Health Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies A fund focused on programs serving children and youth in York County.	Not published	Varies
CIRT National Design and Construction Competition ACE Mentor Los Angeles Metropolitan Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Presents three real-world project challenges to judge students' ability to make reasoned, coherent, and clear presentations on design and construction approaches.	Not published	Varies
TCFN: Giving Circles - Beaches Community Fund Grant The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $75K The Beaches Community Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations serving the Beaches communities from Mayport to Guana.	Not published	$3K – $75K
Futuro Latino Fund Grant Omaha Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $15K The Futuro Latino Fund Grant, administered by the Omaha Community Foundation, empowers Latino communities in the Omaha-Council Bluffs area by funding initiatives that enhance cultural enrichment, socioeconomic well-being, and civic…	Not published	$10K – $15K
Sport Together Fund Beyond Sport Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Reading Pride Celebration Gives Back Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reading Pride Celebration Gives Back Fund of Berks County Community Foundation - funded by proceeds from the annual Reading Pride Celebration Festival - supports projects and programs that affirm and enhance the lives of LGBTQ+ youth…	Not published	Varies
Charles H. Dater Foundation Grant Charles H Dater Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K – $100K The Charles H. Dater Foundation (Cincinnati, OH) makes about 150 grants annually to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations for programs or projects that generally focus on providing benefit to children, teens, and young adults.	Not published	$20K – $100K
Transformative Youth Justice Hubs (NY) Grant New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Transformative Youth Justice Hubs initiative by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services aims to establish four collaborative hubs to enhance youth justice systems.	Not published	Up to $1M
GBU Foundation Community Grant Awards GBU Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K	Not published	$3K – $10K
Altman Foundation Grants - Cultural Engagement, Youth Development & the Arts Altman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Altman Foundation's Cultural Engagement program supports access and inclusion in arts and culture for New Yorkers.	Not published	Varies
Monroe Health Endowment Grant Community Foundation of Monroe County · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K At the Community Foundation of Monroe County, we partner with organizations that drive meaningful change. From health and education to the environment, we provide the resources to help our local nonprofits thrive.	Not published	Up to $50K
Jaws Youth Playbook (JYP) Grant Jaws Youth Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $25K Though the deadline is indicated above as "Rolling," grants are reviewed and awarded twice a year. Review Periods: February and August.	Not published	$500 – $25K
Camp Initiative Grant Program The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $45K The Camp Initiative Grant Program, a collaboration between the Rasmuson Foundation and The Alaska Community Foundation, aims to enhance access to camps and youth programs in Alaska.	Not published	Up to $45K
THRIVE Grants for up to $10,000 (formerly Community Grants) York County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies THRIVE Grant Opportunities from the Fund for York County The Fund for York County focuses resources on our community’s most pressing issues.	Not published	Varies
MSF: Pathways to Work Grant The Morris Stulsaft Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Morris Stulsaft Foundation's Pathways to Work Grant focuses on empowering Bay Area youth aged 15 to 24 from low-income households.	Not published	Varies
Diversity Grant Program - Urban Outreach Grant US Lacrosse Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Part of USA Lacrosse's Diversity and Inclusion National Grant Program, which aims to encourage and empower the development of lacrosse participation in underrepresented communities.	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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