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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CDV5 Foundation Grant CDV5 Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CDV5 Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations, churches, and government entities that meet IRS 501(c)(3) requirements.	Not published	Varies
The Duff McDuff Green, Jr. Fund- Requests over $7,500 Grant Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region Inc · Foundation Not published · From $8K The Duff McDuff Green, Jr. Fund supports nonprofit organizations in Planning District 16, focusing on recreation, youth development, and cultural preservation.	Not published	From $8K
FTC Rookie Grants Indianafirst Inc First Indiana Robotics · Foundation Not published · $225 – $500	Not published	$225 – $500
Sturgis Youth Advisory Council Fund Grant Sturgis Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sturgis Youth Advisory Council Fund, part of the Sturgis Area Community Foundation, supports youth-focused projects in the Sturgis area.	Not published	Varies
Jakob Johnson Fund Laureus Sport for Good Foundation USA · Foundation Not published · Varies Nonprofit sports-based youth development organization offering football and basketball tailored to player and team needs. Serves youth from kindergarten through eighth grade.	Not published	Varies
Simmons First Foundation: Make a Difference Grant Simmons First Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K Projects must pertain to youth (K-12) in the fields of education or health care. We discourage submitting most grants at the maximum amount, generally, this indicates the applicant may be padding the request.	Not published	$3K – $25K
Y-12 FCU Gives Foundation Grant Y12 FCU Gives Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Y-12 FCU Gives Foundation Grant aims to combat childhood hunger in Tennessee by providing financial support to local organizations dedicated to this cause.	Not published	Varies
IronPigs Charities (IPC) Facility Improvement Grant Ironpigs Charities · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The IronPigs Charities Facility Improvement Grant supports Lehigh Valley youth organizations by funding the construction, renovation, and enhancement of facilities.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Augusta Bar Foundation Grant Program The Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Augusta Bar Foundation Grant Program, managed by the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area, aims to enhance the lives of at-risk youth through funding and support for creative community initiatives.	Not published	$5K
City of Long Beach Mid-Size Grant Program Long Beach Nonprofit Partnership Inc DBA The Nonprofit Partnership · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K Grants support youth programming for summer 2022 aligned with the Long Beach Youth and Young Adults Strategic Plan (YSP), specifically:	Not published	$10K – $25K
Serve to Lead Scholarship International Assoc of Lions Clubs · Foundation Not published · Varies The Serve to Lead Scholarship is awarded by the Lubbock Lions Club to recognize and support outstanding youth who demonstrate a commitment to community service, leadership, and the Lions Club mission of serving others.	Not published	Varies
Give Back Academy Give Something Back A NJ Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Elmo M. Royce Youth Fund Grant Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $100 – $2K The Elmo M. Royce Youth Fund Grant supports non-profit organizations in Schuyler County, NY, that provide youth activities and recreational programs. It also offers camp scholarships, known as Camperships, to financially needy youth.	Not published	$100 – $2K
Buckner Woodford Clay, III Memorial Fund - Environmental Preservation Grant Beckley Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The Buckner Woodford Clay, III Memorial Fund, established by Dr. Thomas W. Jarrett in memory of a friend passionate about environmental issues, aims to support anti-littering education and enforcement in West Virginia.	Not published	Up to $35K
Traditional Bikes Program Variety - the Children's Charity of Iowa · Foundation Rolling · Varies Variety awards brand-new traditional bikes, helmets, and locks to children throughout Iowa who have never experienced the joy of owning their own bike.	Rolling	Varies
Palo Alto Community Fund Grant The Palo Alto Community Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Palo Alto Community Fund Grant supports impactful organizations in Palo Alto, East Palo Alto, and Menlo Park.	Not published	$5K – $20K
James C. Kingsley Youth Fund Grant Albion Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The James C. Kingsley Youth Fund, part of the Albion Community Foundation, honors the legacy of a dedicated community leader.	Not published	$10K
Cairns Chess Queens Award Chess Club and Scholastic Center of St Louis · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Cairns Chess Queens Award is designed to encourage more US female chess players to become Grandmasters. The award was established July 4, 2024, and will run through July 4, 2029.	Not published	Up to $100K
UWGNB Community Impact Grants United Way of Greater New Bedford Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The UWGNB Community Impact Grants aim to enhance local communities by funding projects focused on Healthy Community and Child and Youth Opportunity.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Ikaze Refugee Impact Scholarship (IRIS) BRIDGE2RWANDA Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies IRIS is a partnership between Isomo and Agahozo Shalom Youth Village (ASYV) dedicated to expanding opportunities for resilient, high-achieving refugee students.	Not published	Varies
Willis C. Helm Charitable Trust Grant Helm Willis C Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Applications are accepted year-round.	Not published	Varies
Strengthening the Campus Community Grant Interfaith America · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis until the close of the application period or until all funds are allocated, whichever comes first._ In the weeks and months following the 2024 election, it is more important than ever…	Not published	Varies
Fuel Good in Your Community Awards New England Dairy and Food Council · Foundation Not published · $1K Dairy farmers partnered with New England Dairy to recognize students doing good and going above and beyond for others with Fuel Good in Your Community Awards.	Not published	$1K
WSSA Travel Enrichment Experience (TEE) Award Weed Science Society of America · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides enrichment and travel opportunities for WSSA members.	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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