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.
The Duff McDuff Green, Jr. Fund Small Grants (Grants of $7,500 or less) Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Rappahannock River Region, Inc Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: March…
The Duff McDuff Green, Jr. Fund- Requests over $7,500 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Rappahannock River Region, Inc Amount: More than US $7,500 Last Updated: March 17, 2026…
The Eagle Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Indiana District of Kiwanis Amount: US $250 Last Updated: March 27, 2026 Summary Overview What Is Kiwanis? Kiwanis is a global service organization of…
Overview Mission To connect caring people with causes that build stronger communities within the Emporia area which includes Chase, Coffey, Greenwood, Lyon, Morris, Osage and Wabaunsee counties. The…
The Edward and Sally Van Lier Fellowship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The New York Community Trust Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2025 Summary The Edward and Sally Van Lier…
The Eisner Prize Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Eisner Foundation Inc. Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Eisner Prize Fellowship, launching on April 24,…
The Excelsior Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Robison Excelsior Foundation Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Excelsior Foundation Grant, offered by the Robison Excelsior Foundation,…
The Fund for East Ramapo's Public School Students Established by: Latham & Watkins Fund Type: Donor Advised Fund Fund Category: Education, Youth Geographic Scope: East Ramapo Central School District,…
The G. Roxy and Elizabeth C. Martin Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: G. Roxy & Elizabeth C. Martin Charitable Trust Amount: US $2,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The G.…
The Genius Within Cooperative Learning Center Organization: Heroes' Alliance Inc (MI, US) Geographic Scope: Detroit, Michigan - students must be enrolled in one of Heroes' Alliance partner schools…
The Gert Town Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater New Orleans Foundation Last Updated: May 28, 2025 Summary The Gert Town Community Fund Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for…
The Giants Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Giants Foundation Inc New York Football Giants Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Giants Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations…
The Gold Beach Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The Gold Beach Community Fund Grant,…
The Green Haven Family Advocates, Geraldine “Gerri” Newman Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary…
The Hope Fund Program Type: Grant program for youth enrichment and removal of barriers to participation Geographic Scope: Greater Franklin County, Livermore, and Livermore Falls, Maine Focus Areas: -…
The HYPE Project Mini-Grants for AME Churches Program Name: Healthy Young People Empowerment (HYPE) Project Funder: Eat Smart Move More South Carolina (ESMMSC) in partnership with 7th Episcopal…
The Innovation Award (in memory of Tony English) Program Focus: High school senior scholarship Eligibility: - High school seniors - Demonstrating excellence in innovating solutions to difficult yet…
The Inspire Network Overview: A membership group providing comprehensive supports for teens and young adults in foster care, focusing on community building through social events, volunteer…
The Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: From the Top Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award offers a…
The Jane Deming Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Orange County Community Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Jane Deming Fund Grant, managed by the Orange County Community…
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.
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.
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.