Last updated June 14, 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.
Carney’s Kids Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carneys Kids Foundation Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary Carney’s Kids Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of children and…
Carol Treadwell Scholarship Funder: Prince William Sound Science Center Geographic Scope: Cordova, Alaska area Purpose: Provides full or partial tuition scholarships for campers to attend PWSSC…
Carolina Foothills Foundation Annual Grant Cycle Geographic Focus: Rutherford County and Polk County, North Carolina Mission Areas: Elder care, youth development, and wellness Grant Year: July 1 -…
Carolina Hurricanes Foundation Game Changer Grant Funder: Carolina Hurricanes Foundation Award Amount: $15,000 Geographic Scope: Triangle region (Raleigh, North Carolina area) Focus Areas: -…
Carolina Youth Power Fund Program Status: Active (Fall 2020 cohort documented) Geographic Scope: North Carolina (focus on Durham, Raleigh, Rocky Mount) Overview: The Carolina Youth Power Fund…
Carolina Youth Power Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southern Vision Alliance Amount: US $500 - US $1,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The Carolina Youth Power Fund, a project of the…
Caroline J. S. Sanders Trust 1 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Caroline J S Sanders Trust U D Amount: US $2,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Caroline J. S. Sanders Trust 1…
Caroline M. and Clayton Lee Scholarship Established: 1986 Funder: GSO Endowment Eligibility: - Violin student of the GSYO, OR - Double bass student of the GSYO - Must demonstrate outstanding musical…
Carolyn Fund Overview: Honors the memory of Carolyn Curley and encourages the next generation of young philanthropists to give back to their communities. The fund provides small grants or matching…
Carolyn’s Kids Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berrien Community Foundation Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Carolyn’s Kids Grant, offered by the Berrien Community…
Carrs Foundation - Seattle Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Albertsons Companies Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Carrs Foundation in Seattle offers…
Carry-It-Forward Awards Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: United States Background: Special award category for long-term RFC beneficiaries who are aging out of childhood or young adulthood.…
CASL Scholarship Fund in Memory of Lane Meyer Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The CASL Scholarship Fund in Memory of Lane…
Catalyst Grants Funder: Laureus Sport for Good Foundation USA Status: Limited grant application process opening fall 2026 for the Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2026 grant term Geographic Scope: - Invite-only in…
Catalyst Innovation Grant Funder: Music & Youth Initiative (Needham, MA) Status: Applications are not being accepted at this time Geographic Scope: United States (Massachusetts-based organization)…
Catalyze Challenge Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Catalyze Amount: Up to US $300,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Catalyze Challenge Grant, managed by Catalyze, is an opportunity for…
Overview _NOTE: 9/24/24, Due to an overwhelming response of incredible applications, all the Rapid Response funds have been granted to a number of organizations._ Pillars Fund About Pillars Fund…
Catawba Valley Community Foundation: Catawba Valley Community Endowment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: November 25,…
Catherine E. Chirls Fund Funder: US Squash (three-way partnership) Geographic Scope: New York City (urban focus) Purpose: The Catherine E. Chirls Scholarship Fund was established to promote squash…
Caught in the Act of Giving Back Awards Funder: Grosse Pointe Foundation for Public Education (GPFPE) Program Funding Source: Anne R. Hudson Endowment Fund of the GPFPE (held at Community Foundation…
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.