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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Teen Philanthropy Funds Jewish Community Foundation of El Paso · Foundation Not published · Varies Philanthropic funds designed to involve the next generation in charitable giving and community impact. Allow entry of young people into the world of charitable giving and community philanthropy.	Not published	Varies
Houston Safari Club Grant Program Houston Safari Club · Foundation Not published · Varies The Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) is dedicated to preserving hunting through education, conservation, and promoting our heritage.	Not published	Varies
Children's Mental Health Innovation Awards Grant Morgan Stanley Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Children's Mental Health Innovation Awards aim to fund innovative mental healthcare solutions for children in the U.S. This initiative invites U.S.-based 501(c)(3) charities with revenues under $5 million to submit projects.	Not published	$100K
Chananya Backer Memorial Fund Grant Star-K Certification Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies STAR-K awarded a substantial grant to the Chananya Backer Memorial Fund of the Baltimore Community Kollel to support a teen outreach and summer employment program.	Not published	Varies
ArtsZone Grants Artsmemphis · Foundation Not published · Varies The ArtsZone Grants, administered by ARTSmemphis in partnership with AutoZone, support local arts organizations in Memphis. These grants focus on health and wellness, education, community development, diversity, and arts access.	Not published	Varies
FHCP Youth Recreation Leader Scholarship Westfield Washington Edu Dev Founda · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship available to support youth recreation leaders.	Not published	Varies
Fostering Resilience Grant The Minneapolis Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $30K The Fostering Resilience Grant by The Minneapolis Foundation invites applications to support community-driven initiatives aimed at preventing violence and fostering resilience among youth aged 11 to 30 in Minneapolis.	Not published	$15K – $30K
Quetico Superior Foundation Grant Quetico Superior Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Quetico Superior Foundation Grant supports the preservation of Minnesota’s Border Lakes Canoe Country and Ontario’s Quetico Provincial Park. It funds diverse projects ranging from land preservation to youth programs.	Not published	Varies
Creative Native Call for Art Grant The Aspen Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $300 – $1K The Creative Native Call for Art invites Indigenous artists aged 5 to 24 to showcase their talents through diverse artistic expressions.	Not published	$300 – $1K
emP.O.W.E.R.ing Innovation Fund Fact Forward · Foundation Rolling · $5K – $20K Fact Forward's initiative to invest in organizations and businesses ready to move an idea forward. emP.O.W.E.R.ing Innovation is an arm of emP.O.W.E.R.ed SC: Creating linkages for youth of color in South Carolina.	Rolling	$5K – $20K
Aquatics/Swim Lesson Scholarships Oakland Parks and Recreation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship support for aquatics programs that provide trusted, local access to pools and trained instructors.	Not published	Varies
LEAP (Learning Experience & Adventure Program) Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing · Foundation Not published · Varies LEAP is a FREE virtual program for middle school students (ages approximately 11-14) who are deaf or hard of hearing and use listening and spoken language as their primary mode of communication.	Not published	Varies
Hamilton Rotary Club Community Grant Rotary International · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Hamilton Rotary Club Community Grant supports local charitable organizations, particularly those focused on youth initiatives.	Not published	Up to $3K
Out-of-School Time - Summer Fun & Learning RFP Grant Max and Marian Farash Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies; past summer awards averaged $73,000 The Max And Marian Farash Charitable Foundation invites community organizations to apply for the Out-of-School Time - Summer Fun & Learning RFP.	Not published	Varies; past summer awards averaged $73,000
BCYF: Community Accountable Fund Grant Baltimore Children and Youth Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $225K The Baltimore Children and Youth Fund (BCYF) invites nominations for the Community Accountable Fund, aimed at youth-serving organizations in Baltimore City.	Not published	Up to $225K
Abramowicz Family Fund Community Foundation of the Napa Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Established by Myrna Abramowicz, a longtime Napa resident who was a supporter of environmental, educational, and political causes.	Not published	Varies
Equity in Arts Learning for Colorado Youth Grant Central City Opera House Association · Foundation Not published · Varies A prestigious grant opportunity administered by Think 360 Arts for Learning, supporting innovative arts programs focused on equity and mental health in Colorado. Program Example - Chiaroscuro: Light in Darkness:	Not published	Varies
Community Solutions Grant Program FR Bigelow Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $250K The Community Solutions Grant Program, administered by the F. R. Bigelow Foundation, offers financial support to enhance the quality of life for East Metro residents through various initiatives in Arts & Culture, Economic Development…	Not published	$50K – $250K
Youth Philanthropy Service Grants Legacy Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $500 To support Youth Philanthropy and Civic Engagement for 6th-12th grade students in Lake County. The goal of these grants is to leverage the strengths of youth to affect change in their communities.	Rolling	$500
Boulder Fund Education Leaders of Color Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K	Not published	$100K
Eli B. Michel neverlostneverlate Wilderness Scholarship Whitley County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A wilderness scholarship established to honor the legacy of Eli B. Michel, a Whitley County native and accomplished outdoor adventurer who died in a mountaineering accident in 2023.	Not published	Varies
Give Back Careers Program Give Something Back A NJ Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation Grant Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation Grant aims to uplift the community through economic and equal opportunity initiatives. It supports programs focused on neighborhood revitalization, youth development, and military and veteran support.	Not published	Varies
It Gets Better: Changemakers grants Grant IOLA Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The It Gets Better Project is offering 50 grants of up to $10,000 each to public and charter schools across the U.S. to enhance inclusivity for LGBTQ+ youth.	Not published	$500 – $10K

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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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