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.
Community Impact Grants Overview: The Community Foundation of Howard County awards grants to support nonprofits through multiple funding mechanisms, including unrestricted community endowment funds,…
Community Impact Grants Overview: CF/UWVFC's most well-known grantmaking initiative for well-established nonprofits with programs fostering community development. Geographic Scope: Volusia and…
Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Matanuska-Susitna (UWMS) Geographic Scope: Mat-Su Borough, Alaska Overview UWMS provides support for programs and services in the Mat-Su valley that…
Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Story County Inc (IA, US) Geographic Scope: Story County, Iowa Focus Areas: - Health - Education - Financial security - Unanticipated, emerging, or…
Community Impact Grants - Fall Cycle Overview: Twice-yearly signature grant program supporting local nonprofit projects and initiatives that enrich the quality of life for DuPage County residents.…
Community Impact Grants (FY26) Funder: United Way of Will County Geographic Scope: Will County, Illinois Program Overview: United Way of Will County awards annual Community Impact Grants to nonprofit…
Community Impact Grants Funder: 1889 Foundation in partnership with United Way of the Southern Alleghenies Geographic Scope: Cambria and Somerset Counties, Pennsylvania Program Status: Active (1889…
Community Impact Program Overview: Through this unique program, the Edina Community Foundation partners with Edina residents to start and run valuable projects and programs that directly impact the…
Overview The Jackson Community Foundation's Grant Committee prioritizes funding for programs, services, and systems change initiatives that provide opportunities for learning, action, and advocacy…
Community Impact: L.P. “Pat” Mullen Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The L.P. “Pat” Mullen Fund, established by the Greater…
Community Initiatives Program Type: Collaborative funding opportunity for multi-partner initiatives Geographic Scope: Midland, Martin, and/or Upton County, TX Focus Areas: - Financial Security -…
Community Innovative Grants Award Amount: Up to $15,000 per grant Geographic Scope: Midland, Martin, and/or Upton County, TX Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit health and human service organizations…
Community Investment Funder: United Way of Washington County East (MN, US) Geographic Scope: Washington County, Minnesota Focus Areas: - Youth - Health - Basic Needs - Self-Sufficiency Overview:…
Community Investment Fund Status: Currently closed for the 2025-2026 funding year Geographic Scope: Pikes Peak Region (Colorado Springs and surrounding areas) Focus Areas: - Family Stability - Youth…
Community Investment Funds Overview: The Community Investment Funds are the signature grant cycle managed by the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia in which funds are invested in…
Community Investment Grant Funder: Oshkosh Area United Way (OAUW) Geographic Scope: Oshkosh and surrounding communities (Southern Winnebago County) Focus Areas: - Youth-Focused Education - Mental…
Community Investment Grants Geographic Scope: Pulaski, Lonoke, and Saline Counties, Arkansas Overview: Heart of Arkansas United Way awards Community Investment Grants to eligible 501(c)3 nonprofit…
Community Investment Program Overview: Coast Central Credit Union's Community Investment Program provides grants to support local nonprofit organizations throughout Humboldt, Del Norte, and Trinity…
Community Mental Health Support Program Geographic Scope: California communities served by Alliant University CSPP (California School of Professional Psychology) Focus Areas: - Mental health support…
Community Microgrants Funder: The Hear Foundation (Pittsburgh, PA) Overview: The Hear Foundation awards community microgrants to support programs that build peace and safety through positive…
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.