Grants for Youth Programs

Last updated June 14, 2026

There are currently 3,753 active grants for youth programs in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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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What grants for youth programs are open right now?

Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teen REACH Training, Technical Assistance and Support TR-TTAS Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services Amount: Approximately US…

Varies (2015 awards totaled $54,699 across 12 grants)
The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teen Suicide Prevention Grant Program Geographic Scope: Statewide Alaska Focus: Community-based efforts to support youth suicide prevention Background: Building upon the success of a pilot program…

THE BARBARA BUSH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teen Trendsetters Program Grants Status: Active program with ongoing grants and support Geographic Scope: United States (particularly strong in Florida, Texas, and other states) Focus Areas: -…

US $1,000 - US $3,000
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teen Trust Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Amount: US $1,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary Teen Trust Grants empowers high school students in…

HENRY COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teens About Serving the County (TASC) Youth Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Henry County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The Teens About Serving the…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teens Active in Grantmaking (TAG) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Quincy Area Last Updated: March 08, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the Quincy Area My Community…

Up to $4,000 per team
CONNECTED NATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teens Teach Tech, powered by AT&T Program Type: Teen-led digital skills training program Overview: Teens Teach Tech is a program that empowers teens aged 13+ to lead digital skills training in their…

UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER LEHIGH VALLEY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

TeenWorks™ Grant Program Geographic Scope: Greater Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania (Lehigh, Northampton, and Carbon Counties) Administering Organization: United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley Purpose:…

Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

TeenWorks Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Indiana Community Foundation Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The TeenWorks Scholarship, offered by the Central Indiana Community…

US $3,000 - US $7,500
Teichert Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teichert Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Teichert Foundation Amount: US $3,000 - US $7,500 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Teichert Foundation Grant supports organizations in…

WIRELESS INFRASTRUCTURE ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Telecom Trailblazers Initiative Overview: A Women's Wireless Leadership Forum (WWLF) initiative supported by the WIA Foundation to encourage STEM learning, teach young women about digital…

EAST TENNESSEE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview East Tennessee Foundation Our Vision Thriving communities powered by thoughtful giving. Our Mission We provide philanthropic leadership inspiring donors to make lives better and communities…

THE TERMEER INSTITUTE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Termeer Students Program Focus Areas: Grants for STEM organizations that support diverse future leaders Target Audience: STEM organizations supporting diverse students and future leaders in science…

Program grants typically up to $10,000; Capital grants up to $50,000
THE TEXAS CAVALIERS CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation - Program and Capital Grants Funder: Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation Geographic Scope: State of Texas only Mission: The Texas Cavaliers Charitable…

THE TEXAS CAVALIERS CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Texas Cavaliers…

SPEEDWAY CHILDREN'S CHARITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Speedway Children's Charities At Speedway Children’s Charities, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive—no matter the obstacles they face. SCC is a driving force for change,…

SOUTHWESTERN EXPOSITION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Texas M.A.D.E. Funder: Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo (FWSSR) Geographic Scope: Texas Focus Areas: Agricultural mechanics education Overview: Ag Mechanics exhibitors can compete in this special…

TF Cornerstone · Rolling / Open Foundation

TFC: Building Together Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: TF Cornerstone Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary TF Cornerstone's Building Together Grants support vibrant…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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