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 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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National PTA Program Grants 2025-2026 National Congress of Parents & Teachers · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants to support PTA programs that engage families, support student success, improve health and safety of students and families, increase access to arts education or celebrate advocacy and diversity.	Not published	Varies
Marion Family Foundation Grants The Dennis and Barbara Marion Family · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dennis and Barbara Marion Family Charitable Foundation The Barbara and Dennis Marion Family Charitable Foundation (Marion Family Foundation) is dedicated to supporting a diverse range of causes that reflect the values that Barbara and…	Not published	Varies
Urban Youth Ministry Certification Program Hispanic Ministry Center · Foundation Not published · $2K – $2K	Not published	$2K – $2K
Hodan Nalayeh Changemaker Award Give to Learn to Grow Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K An annual award recognizing students who embody optimism, compassion, and have made substantial contributions to their school and community. The award honors the legacy of Hodan Nalayeh, a visionary leader, media pioneer, and humanitarian.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Investors Foundation Grant Investors Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Investors Foundation Grant aims to create positive, lasting impacts in communities through support for arts, education, health and human services, youth programs, and affordable housing.	Not published	Varies
Kellogg Youth Endowment Fund Grant Keweenaw Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Kellogg Youth Endowment Fund provides annual grants to support programs and activities for youth in Houghton and Keweenaw Counties.	Not published	Up to $5K
Bama Works Fund of Dave Matthews Band Charlottesville Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Ticket to Ride Scholarship Fund Mississippi Park Connection · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship fund that provides financial assistance to enable young people in the Twin Cities to participate in Mississippi National River and Recreation Area educational programs.	Not published	Varies
March Family Foundation Grants March Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The March Family Foundation provides grants to organizations that support children and youth, enhance theological education, and promote justice. They focus on measurable outcomes and effective action plans.	Not published	Varies
Eva Gunther Fellowship Grant Eva Gunther Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Eva Gunther Fellowship is a prestigious grant program aimed at empowering teenage girls aged 11-18 in the San Francisco Bay Area.	Not published	Up to $2K
Minster Community Fund The Troy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Minster Community Fund (Fund) was established for the benefit of the citizens of the Minster School District.	Not published	Varies
Allied Arts: Educational Outreach - Winter Cycle Grant Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Allied Arts Educational Outreach program supports nonprofit arts organizations that provide arts experiences for underserved youth in Oklahoma.	Not published	Up to $5K
Punxsutawney Area Discretionary Grants Bridge Builders Community Foundations FKA Venango Area Comm Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Punxsutawney Area Discretionary Grants, offered by Bridge Builders Community Foundations, aim to support programs and projects that enhance the local community. Focus areas include animal welfare, education, health, and social services.	Not published	Varies
OR Salmon and Trout Enhancement Program Mini-Grants Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The OR Salmon and Trout Enhancement Program Mini-Grants, managed by the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, offer up to $2,000 for projects that promote community engagement and volunteerism in fish habitat restoration, education…	Not published	Up to $2K
Forest Foundation: Special Events & Camps Grant Forest Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Forest Foundation supports nonprofits in Southwest Washington, focusing on Tacoma and Pierce County. They prioritize community engagement and initiatives that strengthen local quality of life.	Not published	Varies
Foster Grandparent Grant Program Illinois Department of Aging · Foundation Not published · $14K – $77K The Foster Grandparent Grant Program, administered by the Illinois Department of Aging, empowers seniors aged 55 and older to tutor and mentor children with special needs in various educational settings.	Not published	$14K – $77K
Andrew Croft Memorial Fund Grant The Andrew Croft Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andrew Croft Memorial Fund Grant supports the personal development of young people aged 16 to 30 through educational expeditions, particularly in Arctic regions.	Not published	Varies
The Longleaf Fund Grant Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Not published · $10K – $150K The Longleaf Fund Grant supports capital projects aimed at enhancing the lives of at-risk children and youth across the Carolinas.	Not published	$10K – $150K
IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Scholarship Grant One Young World · Foundation Not published · Varies The IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Scholarship offers young social entrepreneurs aged 18-30 the chance to attend the One Young World Summit 2025 in Munich.	Not published	Varies
S. H. Cowell Foundation Grant S H Cowell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The S. H. Cowell Foundation Grant focuses on supporting public and nonprofit organizations in Northern and Central California that address acute poverty and promote racial equity.	Not published	Varies
Youth Council Grant Program Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies AAACF's Youth Council is a group of 25 high school students living in Washtenaw County who come together to make a meaningful difference in the community through philanthropy and community service.	Not published	Varies
Walter and Elise Haas Fund: Possibility Grants Walter and Elise Haas Fund · Foundation Not published · $100K The Walter and Elise Haas Fund offers Possibility Grants aimed at fostering equity and opportunity in the Bay Area.	Not published	$100K
Doheny Foundation: Campership Grant Program Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation offers the Campership Grant Program, providing scholarships for summer camps to organizations registered as 501(c)(3).	Not published	Varies
FPBF: Grants for the Common Good (Spring Cycle) Frances P Bunnelle Foundation Coastal Community Foundation of SC · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Frances P. Bunnelle Foundation provides competitive Grants for the Common Good, aimed at organizations in Georgetown County, SC.	Not published	Up to $15K

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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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