Grants for Youth Programs

Last updated October 31, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,636 active grants for youth programs in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 86 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,652 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 3,636; from 2,476 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $3,000–$50K
Total listed funding: $228.1M; across 1,652 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 252 with a published date

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Deihl Community Grants Greater Manhattan Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Deihl Community Grants, offered by the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation, aim to support impactful projects in the arts, basic human needs, and youth, primarily benefiting Manhattan and Riley County, Kansas.	Not published	$10K
Teen Trust Grants Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K Teen Trust Grants empowers high school students in Black Hawk County to engage in philanthropy by awarding grants to local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Community Fund Grants Heritage Fund - the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Fund Grants, managed by the Heritage Fund of Bartholomew County, support local organizations with over $700,000 annually.	Not published	Varies
Rec for All - Extended Summer Programming Grant DC Department of Parks and Recreation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The DC Department of Parks and Recreation's 'Rec for All - Extended Summer Programming' aims to engage underserved youth aged 10 to 13 through four weeks of enriching activities.	Not published	Up to $250K
Pioneer Seed Grants Iowa 4-H Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Fund Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Most diverse funding opportunity from CFOV reaching all eight-county service area, supporting projects addressing needs to improve quality of life in Ohio Valley.	Not published	Varies
National Days of Service Lead Agency Grants Youth Service America · Foundation Not published · Varies Youth Service America’s 2023-2024 Lead Agency Partner Grants are a key part of a strategy to double youth participation rates in the United States to at least 50% in celebration of America’s Semiquincentennial (America250) in July 2026.	Not published	Varies
Bronx Documentary Center Education & Youth Programs Support The Chris Hondros Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chris Hondros Fund partners with the Bronx Documentary Center (BDC) to strengthen child- and youth-focused photography and educational programming. CHF provides annual funding support for BDC's educational initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Phoenix IDA, PCDIC and ACF Community Development Fund Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Funder is unsure of an open date for the Phoenix IDA opportunity. They hope to release more information by late October or early November 2024.	Not published	Varies
Earth Rising Foundation Grants Earth Rising Foundation · Foundation Not published · $200 – $20K The Earth Rising Foundation Grants provide financial support ranging from $200 to $20,000 for grassroots climate initiatives.	Not published	$200 – $20K
Summer Camp Scholarship Erik Hite Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $13K The EHF Summer Scholarship program offers Southern Arizona Public Safety and Active Military families the opportunity for their children to attend supervised programs, educational enrichment classes, and sports camps in Pima County during…	Not published	Up to $13K
UWDOR: Community Fund Grants United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Through this RFP process, UWDOR seeks partnerships with nonprofit organizations during the time period of July 2025 to June 2026. Our intention is to invest sufficient funding to achieve significant results.	Not published	Varies
Denver Post Season To Share Denver Post Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A major annual grant program that awards funding to nonprofit agencies serving the metro Denver area. The program features both standard grants and signature grants.	Not published	Varies
North Central Michigan CF: Community Impact Grants Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies A portion of funds awarded during the Community Impact grant cycle is set aside specifically for programs addressing health for youth under the age of 18 and senior citizens, as well as broad reaching, community wide health-related…	Not published	Varies
Art for Awareness Grants Arts Council of Indianapolis Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $65K Fund projects that use arts-based activities to prevent or create awareness of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) or addiction in Marion County.	Not published	$5K – $65K
McElhattan Impact Fund for the Knox Area Bridge Builders Community Foundations FKA Venango Area Comm Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Bridge Builders Community Foundations will generate growth and progress in our communities by actively engaging individuals and organizations through transformative philanthropy.	Not published	Varies
Youth Healing Project Mini Grants King County Department of Community and Human Services · State Not published · $10K The Youth Healing Project Mini Grants, funded by the King County Department of Community and Human Services, empower young leaders aged 14-24 in King County to tackle mental health challenges.	Not published	$10K
Peacock Foundation Inc. Grants Peacock Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Peacock Foundation Inc. grants support the health and well-being of South Florida's children and families through contributions to eligible 501(c)(3) public charities.	Not published	Varies
TCFA Collegiate B.I.N. Program Texas Cattle Feeders Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Build. Integrate.	Not published	Varies
CFSCC Community Grants Community Foundation Santa Cruz County · Foundation Not published · Varies The CFSCC Community Grants aim to inspire philanthropy by funding nonprofits in Santa Cruz County that address local needs. This year, $1.2 million will support initiatives focused on youth education, seniors, and human services.	Not published	Varies
Active Minds Grant Program James Kirk Bernard Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K	Not published	$10K – $20K
The NRA Foundation: Wyoming Grants NRA Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The NRA Foundation: Wyoming Grants provide essential funding for charitable initiatives that align with the Foundation's mission. Eligible organizations must have a valid IRS 501(c)(3) recognition or be governmental entities.	Not published	$3K – $5K
McNeely Foundation: Youth Development Through Enrichment Grant The McNeely Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McNeely Foundation, established in the 1960s, focuses on enhancing youth development through enrichment programs aimed at middle-grade youth in East Side St. Paul, Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund: Special Projects (MO) Grant St. Louis County Children's Service Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund provides special project funding to organizations addressing unmet community needs related to the mental and behavioral health of children and youth.	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 3,636 grants for youth programs Grantable lists as of October 31, 2026, 1,652 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, 2,476 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for youth programs due?

Of 3,636 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 252 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 January–March.

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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