Last updated June 13, 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.
United Way of the Columbia Gorge Annual Grant Geographic Scope: Hood River, Klickitat, Skamania, Wasco, and Sherman counties (Oregon and Washington) Funding Focus Areas: - Food insecurity - Domestic…
United Way of Whitman County’s Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way Of Whitman County Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview United Way of Whitman County’s…
Overview _NOTE: The current funding cycle continues through 2025 for awardees. This opportunity will open again for new applicants in 2025._ About United Way Suncoast Our mission is to provide…
Universal Orlando Donation Request Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Universal Orlando Foundation Inc Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Universal Orlando…
University of Illinois Research Apprentice Program (RAP) Scholarship Funder: Chicago Section IFT (CSIFT) Geographic Scope: University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental…
Upper School Study Abroad Program Purpose: University Academy Foundation provides scholarships to University Academy Sophomores and Juniors who participate in summer travel experiences through…
Upward Bound - Shasta Status: Active federal TRiO program Program Type: Federal TRiO Upward Bound program Geographic Scope: Shasta County, California Focus Areas: - High school student preparation…
Upward Bound - Siskiyou Status: Active federal TRiO program Program Type: Federal TRiO Upward Bound program Geographic Scope: Siskiyou County, California Focus Areas: - High school student…
Urban League of Portland Dickson Scott Scholarship Overview: The Urban League of Portland Dickson Scott Scholarship honors Nella Mae Dickson, a longtime partner and supporter of the organization who…
Urban Youth Action Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Poise Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The Urban Youth Action Grant, initiated by the Poise Foundation, offers…
Urban Youth Ministry Certification Program Geographic Scope: Multiple locations including Online (Virtual), Houston (In-Person), New York City (In-Person), Kenya, and SEDUTH cohorts Program Focus:…
USA Diving Developmental Grant Purpose: Provides financial grants to develop programs for disadvantaged youth and to grow the sport of diving. Geographic Scope: United States (USA Diving member…
USA Football- Youth Program Grants- Spring Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: USA Football Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The USA Football Grant…
USA Kids Tri Program Funder: USA Triathlon Foundation with local supporters (e.g., El Pomar Foundation in Colorado) Status: Active expansion program; launched in Colorado (2024) Geographic Scope:…
USBC Youth Scholarships Funder: United States Bowling Congress Inc (TX, US) Geographic Scope: United States Eligibility: USBC Youth members Overview: USBC offers numerous scholarships available to…
USBC Youth Scholarships Funder: United States Bowling Congress (USBC) Website: bowl.com Geographic Scope: United States Overview USBC offers numerous scholarships available to USBC Youth members. The…
USGAA Development Awards Funder: US Gaelic Athletic Association (USGAA) Overview: The USGAA Development Awards recognize clubs for initiatives that help them grow and become more rooted in their…
Usibelli Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Usibelli Foundation Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Usibelli Foundation, established in 1991, offers grants to support local non-profit…
USTA Micro-Grant Program Geographic Scope: Available nationally through USTA Sections and Districts; administered locally by USTA Section and/or District based upon local priorities Background:…
UWCNM: Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way of Central New Mexico Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The UWCNM Community Grants aim to support agencies…
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.