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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Children, Youth & Families Capacity Building Grant Program The Sudbury Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Children, Youth & Families Capacity Building Grant Program aims to empower underserved youth by enhancing the effectiveness and sustainability of nonprofits.	Not published	Up to $20K
Student Grants Program Mamaroneck Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
INSITE Fund Redline · Foundation Not published · Varies Founded in 2008, and located in the Five Points neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, RedLine Contemporary Art Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting emerging artists and providing creative opportunities for local…	Not published	Varies
DeBartolo Family Foundation Grants Debartolo Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The DeBartolo Family Foundation is dedicated to uplifting underserved communities in the Tampa Bay area through educational scholarships, grassroots support, and financial assistance programs.	Not published	Varies
Gordon Elwood Foundation Grant Gordon Elwood Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants are awarded in alignment with the Foundation's mission of investing in the youth, individuals, families and communities of Southern Oregon. _You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website._	Not published	Varies
IMPACT 100 NWF Grants Impact 100 of Northwest Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K IMPACT 100 of Northwest Florida offers grants to nonprofit organizations in Okaloosa and Walton Counties, aiming to fund high-impact projects that transform lives.	Not published	$100K
Mardag Foundation: Food Access Grant Program Mardag Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K Applications for our Food Access Grant Program begin with a letter of inquiry and initial screening.Only select organizations will be invited to submit a full application.	Not published	Up to $500K
Saint Therese Youth Volunteer Scholarships Saint Therese Communities · Foundation Not published · $2K Saint Therese recognizes the dedication and compassion of teenage volunteers through annual Youth Volunteer Scholarships, celebrating the transformative power of service and intergenerational connections.	Not published	$2K
Kiwanis Foundation of New England Grant Kiwanis Foundation of New England Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Kiwanis Foundation of New England (KFNE) was established in 1953 to be the fundraising arm of the New England District of Kiwanis.	Not published	Up to $1K
Routt County United Way Grant Cycle United Way of the Yampa Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Schedule a pre-qualification meeting with Routt County United Way._ We envision a county where all individuals and families achieve their human potential through access to education, opportunities to improve financial stability, and…	Not published	Varies
Big Brothers/Big Sisters Green County Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Big Brothers/Big Sisters Green County Scholarship is offered by The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin to students from several high schools in the region.	Not published	Varies
Champions Educate Here - College Football Playoff Legacy Program Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K A legacy program designed to identify and celebrate educators and provide support for teachers across Los Angeles County.	Not published	Up to $20K
Youth Service Grants 911 Day · Foundation Not published · Varies Support service projects in observance of the 2026 September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11.	Not published	Varies
Opportunity Young Adult (OYA) Career Pathway Program Nextgen Climate America Inc · Foundation Not published · $1.8M	Not published	$1.8M
Indianapolis Community Development Block Grant - Non-Housing City of Indianapolis: Department of Metropolitan Development (DMD) · State Not published · Varies The Indianapolis Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) focuses on improving community viability through decent housing, suitable living environments, and expanded economic opportunities for low and moderate-income individuals.	Not published	Varies
JDF: FIRST Robotics Competition Grant John Deere Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John Deere FIRST Robotics Competition grant aims to enhance diversity and inclusion in STEM by supporting teams in underserved communities. Teams must apply for funding before registration and meet specific eligibility criteria.	Not published	Varies
Aspirations Incubator Seed Grant Rural Youth Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides financial support to organizations implementing their Aspirations Incubator model, ensuring consistent stability throughout the implementation process.	Not published	Varies
Harden Foundation Grant Harden Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Harden Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Monterey County across seven focus areas, including youth, family welfare, health, and arts.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Youth Advocates of the Year Awards Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Frank Reed & Margaret Jane Peters Memorial Fund I Grant Frank Reed & Margaret Jane Peters Memorial Fund I · Foundation Not published · $10K – $40K The Frank Reed & Margaret Jane Peters Memorial Fund I Grant supports educational, human services, and health care programs for underserved populations, particularly youth and children.	Not published	$10K – $40K
Head in the Game Beyond Sport Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Charlotte Community Foundation- Unrestricted Grants ( Veterans, Seniors Or Youth) Charlotte Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Charlotte Community Foundation offers unrestricted grants aimed at supporting Veterans, Seniors, and Youth in Charlotte County, FL.	Not published	$5K
WACF Community Impact Grant: Small Grants Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The WACF Community Impact Grant aims to empower local organizations in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota, by providing funding between $5,000 and $20,000 for initiatives that address community needs.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Global Grants IOLA Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies It Gets Better Project's program to support LGBTQ+ storytelling projects globally, particularly in regions where resources for LGBTQ+ communities are scarce or competition for limited funds is high.	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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