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 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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Encouraging Tomorrow's Hunters Grant North Dakota Game and Fish Department · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Encouraging Tomorrow's Hunters Grant, offered by the North Dakota Game and Fish Department, supports organizations conducting educational shooting and hunting activities.	Not published	Up to $3K
Variety Grant Program Variety - the Children's Charity of Iowa · Foundation Not published · Varies The Variety Grant Program, run by Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa, offers funding to nonprofits dedicated to supporting at-risk and underprivileged children.	Not published	Varies
Albertsons Foundation - Southwest Grant The Albertsons Companies Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Albertsons Foundation - Southwest supports nonprofit organizations that enhance local communities in the Southwest, focusing on health, hunger, education, veterans, and diversity.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Carrs Foundation - Seattle Grant The Albertsons Companies Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Carrs Foundation in Seattle offers support for nonprofit organizations that align with its mission of strengthening local communities.	Not published	$3K – $10K
ECF of The Boeing Company: Oklahoma City Chapter Grant Program Employees Community Fund of the Boeing Company · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Employees Community Fund (ECF) of The Boeing Company in Oklahoma City empowers employees to contribute to their communities through pooled donations for over 60 years.	Not published	Up to $10K
United Way of Greater Niagara Grants United Way Of Greater Niagara Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The United Way of Greater Niagara Grants aim to empower local youth through strategic funding for programs that enhance their social, emotional, and mental development.	Not published	Up to $20K
Communities Outreach Programme Grant Islamic Development Bank · Foundation Not published · Varies The Communities Outreach Programme by the Islamic Development Bank aims to enhance the socio-economic development of Muslim minority communities in non-member countries.	Not published	Varies
Founders Concept Development Grants The Children's Theatre Foundation of America · Foundation Not published · $3K – $6K The Founders Concept Development Grants, offered by the Children's Theatre Foundation of America (CTFA), support US non-profit theatres in developing innovative concepts and strategies for engaging young audiences.	Not published	$3K – $6K
The 84 Movement - Chapter Grant Program Health Resources in Action Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K Supports youth-led projects to implement tobacco control policies in their communities. The 84 Movement represents the 84% (now 93%) of Massachusetts youth who do not smoke.	Not published	$1K – $2K
ASF Program Grants American Savings Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Savings Foundation offers ASF Program Grants to support programs enhancing life quality for children, youth, and families, especially in New Britain and Waterbury.	Not published	Varies
Jack’s Community Grants Jack in the Box Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies At Jack in the Box, we know the value of being original. For over 70 years, our unique style and way of doing things has revolutionized the fast-food industry.	Not published	Varies
Next Generation Public Health Pathways Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $20K – $75K The Next Generation Public Health Pathways Grant, funded by the Minnesota Department of Health, allocates $276,457 to enhance career pathways in governmental public health.	Not published	$20K – $75K
Oconomowoc Area Foundation Grants Oconomowoc Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oconomowoc Area Foundation, established in 2002, supports local charitable initiatives within the Oconomowoc Area School District.	Not published	Varies
Foot Locker Foundation Community Empowerment Program Grant Foot Locker Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Foot Locker Foundation Community Empowerment Program supports nonprofit organizations that empower youth in underserved communities, addressing racial inequities and promoting wellness.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Greater Houston Fund Jewish Federation of Greater Houston · Foundation Not published · Varies Through the Local Fund, the Jewish Federation directly impacts the Jewish community by providing operational grants to local organizations to support a thriving and vibrant Jewish community in Greater Houston.	Not published	Varies
Diversity Grant Program - Girls Initiative Grant US Lacrosse Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Part of USA Lacrosse's Diversity and Inclusion National Grant Program, which provides funding to qualified organizations that initiate or continue programs and projects that promote lacrosse participation and education in underrepresented…	Not published	Varies
Fund for Children Grants The Philadelphia Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program focused on supporting children and child-serving organizations in the Greater Philadelphia region.	Not published	Varies
Vancouver Parks & Rec Teen Late Night The Parks and Recreation Foundation of Vancouver and Clark County · Foundation Not published · Varies A summer initiative providing local teens with a safe and inclusive environment during evening hours, offering recreational opportunities, mentorship, and healthy activities designed to promote positive life choices.	Not published	Varies
Youth in the Humanities Grant Humanities Council of Washington DC Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The DC Oral History Collaborative (DCOHC) documents, preserves, and celebrates the lived experiences of all Washington, DC residents and communities through oral history.	Not published	Varies
Hometown Team Scholarship (Minnesota Youth of the Year) Boys and Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities · Foundation Not published · $20K A college education scholarship awarded to the Minnesota State Youth of the Year as recognition of academic excellence, health & wellness, and service leadership. 690 Jackson Street, Saint Paul, MN 55130	Not published	$20K
Trust Management Services Grant - Eastern Oregon Region Braemar Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Trust Management Services Grant in Eastern Oregon aims to support projects focused on education, community service, arts and culture, youth activities, and historical preservation.	Not published	Up to $15K
RMHC Knoxville Grant Program Ronald McDonald House Knoxville · Foundation Not published · Varies Ronald McDonald House Charities of Knoxville awards grants to local 501(c)(3) organizations that support children in East Tennessee.	Not published	Varies
Youth Engagement Participation Program \| Cohort Two California State Alliance of Ymcas · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Three Oaks Internship Grant Washington County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Three Oaks Internship Grant, established by the Washington County Community Foundation, aims to support student interns enrolled in accredited post-secondary programs.	Not published	$3K

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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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