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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Afterschool for All Grants Vermont Afterschool Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K A competitive grant program to help programs start up or expand afterschool, before school, summer, expanded learning, and third space programming for Vermont youth in grades K-12. Administered by Vermont Afterschool.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Department of Children, Youth, and Families - Grants Children, Youth, and Families, Department · State Not published · Varies Transfer of some grant programs from other agencies to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) began July 2024. For current grant opportunities, please visit the DCYF website.	Not published	Varies
Community Solutions Grants The Turley Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K Multi-year initiative to invest in nonprofits executing ground-level, community-driven strategies to create safer, more resilient communities.	Not published	$50K – $150K
AAACF Community Grantmaking Program Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The AAACF Community Grantmaking Program aims to promote equity in education and reduce racial and economic disparities in Washtenaw County.	Not published	Up to $20K
Harold & Jean Grossman Teen Israel Experience Scholarship Fund Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides financial assistance for teens participating in educational Israel experiences. Administered through the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix.	Not published	Varies
Rockland Trust Grants Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation focuses on enhancing community well-being through grants that prioritize low-to-moderate income populations.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Game Ready Scholarship Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education · Foundation Not published · $2K Support-based scholarship providing annual financial assistance to Snider student alumni pursuing postsecondary education.	Not published	$2K
Live Más Scholarship Taco Bell Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K	Not published	$25K
West Bend Community Foundation Grants Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The West Bend Community Foundation Grants support 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the greater West Bend area, encouraging community betterment through enduring donor legacies.	Not published	Varies
4-H International Travel Scholarship Michigan 4-H Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship supporting international travel opportunities for Michigan 4-H youth and members.	Not published	Varies
Inspire Change Grant Houston Texans Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Inspire Change Grant awards funds to nonprofit organizations in Houston to support programs, seed projects, and create partnerships that unlock pathways to new opportunities while supporting social justice and racial equity efforts.	Not published	Varies
LEAH Project - Project Innovation Grant Health Resources in Action Inc · Foundation Not published · $40K Recognizes non-profit organizations using innovative solutions to solve everyday problems. LEAH Project received this award for its innovative near-peer teaching model.	Not published	$40K
Youth Grow Program Growing Gardens · Foundation Not published · Varies Youth Grow uses positive experiences in school gardens to help young people gain new perspectives on food, health, and the world around them. The program operates across multiple school levels with age-appropriate programming.	Not published	Varies
Edmondson Foundation Grants The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $100K The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation focuses on funding established nonprofit organizations in the Pikes Peak Region, primarily supporting youth organizations, animal welfare, arts, health services, community building, education, and…	Not published	$500 – $100K
Community Impact Program The Edina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Through this unique program, the Edina Community Foundation partners with Edina residents to start and run valuable projects and programs that directly impact the community.	Not published	Varies
AmeriCorps State Competitive Program Grant - Wisconsin Serve Wisconsin · Foundation Not published · Varies The AmeriCorps State Competitive Program Grant in Wisconsin empowers organizations to engage AmeriCorps members in addressing critical community needs through service and volunteering.	Not published	Varies
Anschutz Family Foundation Grant Anschutz Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Anschutz Family Foundation Grant supports programs that enhance self-sufficiency and community development for economically disadvantaged individuals in Colorado.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Human Services Funding Collaborative Grant City of Kent · State Not published · Varies The Human Services Funding Collaborative, supported by the City of Kent, aims to address critical community needs by providing grant funding to organizations delivering direct services.	Not published	Varies
Shakespeare in American Communities: Apprenticeships Grant Arts Midwest Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $20K – $30K The Shakespeare in American Communities: Apprenticeships program by Arts Midwest offers grants of up to $30,000 to support paid apprenticeships for emerging theater professionals across the U.S. This initiative aims to enhance…	Not published	$20K – $30K
LA Dodgers Foundation: Annual Grant Program The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $240K The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) Annual Grant Program supports organizations addressing critical community needs in the Greater Los Angeles Area.	Not published	$5K – $240K
Community Grants for Cultural Vitality Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Grants for Cultural Vitality initiative by the Hampton Roads Community Foundation aims to enhance the educational, social, and emotional well-being of youth through arts and culture programs.	Not published	Varies
Isaac Coleman Economic Community Investment Grant County Of Buncombe · State Not published · $100K – $150K The Isaac Coleman Economic Community Investment Grant, named after a social justice champion, aims to support community-driven projects that address racial disparities in Buncombe County.	Not published	$100K – $150K
Women's Giving Circle Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Initiative of Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley seeking to empower through philanthropy by making strategic, research-based grants supporting projects serving women and girls.	Not published	Varies
Every Kid Sports Pass Every Kid Sports · Foundation Not published · Varies	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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