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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CASL Scholarship Fund in Memory of Lane Meyer Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The CASL Scholarship Fund in Memory of Lane Meyer, managed by the North Carolina Community Foundation, awards scholarships to high school seniors actively participating in the Capital Area Soccer League at the Challenge Level or above.	Not published	Varies
Capital & Naming Rights Grants San Antonio Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Capital & Naming Rights Grants support initiatives that enhance community equity in San Antonio.	Not published	Varies
Russell Moy-Ahavas Sholom Jazz for Teens Scholarship Fund The Arts Education Endowment Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies This scholarship fund was created in tribute to the late Russell Gerard Moy, an acclaimed drummer and beloved drum teacher. The fund provides support on an as-needed basis for drum students participating in NJPAC's Jazz for Teens programs.	Not published	Varies
Back the Pack Rock Hill School District Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A youth-led workforce development program that feeds 850 students weekly.	Not published	Varies
Steve Rolland Youth Peacemaker Award Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Steve Rolland Youth Peacemaker Award Fund recognizes high school students in Duluth who exemplify community service and peacemaking qualities.	Not published	$3K
Recreation – Building the Coaching Pipeline Grant Program   National Recreation and Park Association · State Not published · $1M Supports developing sustainable, long‑term pathways into coaching.	Not published	$1M
Hiwela Youth Campership Grants Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Hiwela Youth Campership Grants aim to provide scholarships for children from low-income families to attend overnight camp, fostering outdoor learning experiences.	Not published	Up to $3K
Robert E & Evelyn McKee Foundation Grant Robert E & Evelyn McKee Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert E & Evelyn McKee Foundation Grant focuses on charitable purposes, primarily supporting organizations that qualify under 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code.	Not published	Varies
Kentucky Civic Seal Mini-Grant Program Kentucky Civic Education Coalition · Foundation Not published · $100 – $1K The Kentucky Civic Seal Mini-Grant Program aims to empower educators and students by funding civic engagement projects that align with the Civic Seal criteria.	Not published	$100 – $1K
RBC Foundation Grants - Minneapolis & St. Paul Metropolitan Area RBC Foundation - USA · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The RBC Foundation Grants prioritize support for youth-focused programs in the Minneapolis & St. Paul area, targeting ages 15-29.	Not published	Up to $15K
Community Grants (Annual Cycle) Porter County Substance Abuse Council · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps Host Organization Grant Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps Host Organization Grant, offered by the Chesapeake Bay Trust, aims to enhance public engagement in environmental restoration through a structured program.	Not published	Varies
Math & Movement Mini-Academy Oak Ridge Associated Universities Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A free annual summer academy that combines physical activity with math instruction for elementary school students and professional development for K-5 teachers.	Not published	Varies
The Ultimate Foundation Ultimate Players Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Foundation fueling a future for ultimate that is accessible to all backgrounds and identities by supporting USA Ultimate programs, partners, and communities.	Not published	Varies
The Bohemian Fund Grant [previously Pharos Fund and Muse] Bohemian Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Bohemian Fund believes in creating an equitable community where everyone belongs.	Not published	Varies
AthLife Foundation Academic Athletic Coach Grant Athlife Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The AthLife Foundation awards competitive grants to high schools and middle schools (and school districts) to create and sustain an Academic Athletic Coach staff position that uses sport to drive academic achievement and life/leadership…	Not published	Varies
Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Grants Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Environmental/ Animal Welfare Grants The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Environmental/Animal Welfare Grants support initiatives that enhance environmental education and animal welfare in New London County.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program, Cohort 21, Competitive Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program provides opportunities for New Jersey communities to enhance academic enrichment and support for students in grades three through twelve.	Not published	Varies
Kenosha Community Foundation: Creativity by Kids (CBK) Small Grant Kenosha Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $750 – $2K The Kenosha Community Foundation's Creativity by Kids (CBK) Small Grant aims to support programs in the arts and understanding of nature, emphasizing cross-cultural and multi-generational initiatives.	Not published	$750 – $2K
At-Risk Youth and Youthful Offenders Program (American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Funding) Kids Forward Inc · Foundation Not published · $150K – $450K	Not published	$150K – $450K
Annual 4-H Program Grants Michigan 4-H Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual grants supporting 4-H program delivery and youth development initiatives across Michigan.	Not published	Varies
Growing Healthy Kids Grant The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Growing Healthy Kids Grant, funded by The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation, aims to support community-based programs that enhance children's nutrition access and health education.	Not published	Up to $5K
Drexel University Impact Idea Award The Philly Service Award · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K Partnership award offered through collaboration between The Philly Service Award and Drexel University's Close School of Entrepreneurship.	Not published	$1K – $2K

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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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