Last updated June 15, 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.
Developing Agency, Identity, and Belonging In Young People Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Colorado Health Foundation Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The Developing Agency, Identity, and…
Devil Pups Youth Program - Candidate Encampment Program Type: Youth citizenship and leadership training program Geographic Scope: California, Arizona, Nevada, and Utah Age Requirements: 14-17 years…
Devils Youth Foundation Scholarship Program Type: Annual scholarship program Partners: New Jersey Devils Alumni including Martin Brodeur, Andy Greene, Bryce Salvador, Ken Daneyko, Bruce Driver, and…
Overview About Us The mission of the DevTo Support Foundation is to empower disadvantaged youth to become independent, self-sufficient, and productive community members and to enhance the physical,…
Dewey Wells Citizenship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $500 - US $1,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The Dewey Wells Citizenship Fund,…
Overview About the Program The NFL Foundation will provide up to $10,000 per team to address barriers to opportunity in two key areas of social justice impact: the digital divide and mental health.…
Dion's Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dion's Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary Dion's Grants focus on fostering youth development in local communities by partnering with…
Director's Fund Status: Active, rolling basis Geographic Scope: Maine Space Grant Consortium member institutions Purpose: The Director's Fund is a multi-purpose fund that supports all priority areas:…
Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations…
Discovery Awards Presented in partnership with: Celebrity Attractions Focus: Highlights and awards excellence in high school musical theatre Program Description - Professional arts adjudicators…
Discretionary Grant: Children’s Services Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Lowell Community Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Overview Note: The Greater…
District Grants - Rotary International District 5000 Geographic Scope: Hawaii (District 5000), with support for local and international projects Focus Areas: - Humanitarian projects, including…
Diversity Grant Program - BRIDGE Grant Funder: US Lacrosse Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States (low-income and strong financial need communities) Focus Area: Youth lacrosse in economically…
Diversity Grant Program - Community Impact Grant Funder: USA Lacrosse Inc Program Type: Community Impact Grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Intended for community programs or…
Diversity Grant Program - Community Impact Grant Funder: US Lacrosse Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States Focus Area: Community programs and sports-based youth development serving…
Diversity Grant Program - Disability Access Grant Funder: US Lacrosse Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States Focus Area: Improving access and opportunity for participants with disabilities…
Diversity Grant Program - Event Support Grant Funder: US Lacrosse Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States Focus Area: Events serving underrepresented populations in lacrosse Key Requirements:…
Diversity Grant Program - Girls Initiative Grant Funder: US Lacrosse Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States Focus Area: Funding for lacrosse teams or organizations that promote play…
Diversity Grant Program - Urban Outreach Grant Funder: USA Lacrosse Inc Program Type: Urban Outreach Grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Awarded to lacrosse programs that support…
Diversity Grant Program - Urban Outreach Grant Funder: US Lacrosse Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States (urban communities) Focus Area: Supporting at-risk and urban youth through lacrosse…
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.