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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Youth Fund / Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Grants Grand Haven Foundation Supporting Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is a committee of the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation that awards grants to support youth-focused initiatives and community projects.	Not published	Varies
Division 54 Lizette Peterson-Homer Injury Prevention Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Division 54 Lizette Peterson-Homer Injury Prevention Grant, provided by the American Psychological Foundation, supports innovative research focused on preventing injuries in children and adolescents.	Not published	$5K
Suffolk County Eagle & Gold Award Projects Grants Andrew McMorris Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andrew McMorris Foundation offers the Suffolk County Eagle & Gold Award Projects Grants to honor the legacy of Andrew McMorris.	Not published	Varies
Rotary Children's Foundation Grant Rotary Children's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rotary Children's Foundation Grant focuses on assisting local charitable organizations that support mentally and physically challenged children in Southwest Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Youth Unplanned Pregnancy Prevention Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · $600 The Youth Unplanned Pregnancy Prevention Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland, aims to address the significant issue of teen pregnancy in the area, which ranks fifth highest in Maryland.	Not published	$600
Give 365 Memphis Grants Community Foundation of Greater Memphis Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Give 365 Memphis Grants provide annual funding to support nonprofits in the greater Memphis area, focusing on a yearly theme.	Not published	$5K
Rotary Community Impact Grant Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Rotary Community Impact Grant, offered by the Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs, provides $15,000 annually to local 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, or government agencies in Routt County.	Not published	Up to $15K
Institution for Savings Charitable Foundation Grant Institution for Savings in Newburyport · Foundation Not published · Up to US $500 The Institution for Savings Charitable Foundation Grant seeks to enhance community well-being through funding initiatives in various focus areas including economic empowerment, youth development, arts and culture, and health services.	Not published	Up to US $500
Sponsored Youth Programs Support Kansas Kiwanis Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kansas Kiwanis Foundation provides annual contributions to youth organizations sponsored by Kiwanis. Annual financial support for youth group operations and activities	Not published	Varies
Cardinal Health Foundation Student Success Grants United Way of Central Ohio Inc · Foundation Not published · $150K To support student success through youth-serving organizations in central Ohio	Not published	$150K
Player Matching Grant Program - Community Support NFL Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Player Matching Grant Program by the NFL Foundation supports nonprofit organizations and youth football programs with grants up to $5,000.	Not published	Up to $5K
Spring Grant Program Youthwell New Hampshire · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Feedyard Camp (Junior Fed Beef Career & Leadership Program) Texas Cattle Feeders Association · Foundation Not published · Varies A four-day intensive program designed for incoming high school juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a career in the beef industry.	Not published	Varies
Saratoga Rotary Charitable Foundation (SRCF) Grants Saratoga Rotary Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Adventure Guides Program (Fiske Family Foundation Grant) YMCA of San Diego County Housing Services Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K The Fiske Family Foundation awarded $50,000 to the Rancho Family YMCA to support the relaunch of the YMCA Adventure Guides Program. The foundation focuses on creating access to recreational and educational opportunities for all.	Not published	$50K
Simmons First Foundation: Mini Grant Simmons First Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K $1,000 up to $2,500 Projects must pertain to youth (K-12) in the fields of education or health care. Mini Grants are for immediate (long-term) needs for programs and entities must be a 501c3 organization.	Not published	$1K – $3K
21st Century Community Learning Centers/Texas ACE Cycle 11 Communities in Schools of the Dallas Regioninc · Foundation Not published · $1.5M Communities In Schools of the Dallas Region (CISDR) received a preliminary award of $1.48 million through the 21st Century Community Learning Centers/Texas ACE Cycle 11 program through the US Department of Education.	Not published	$1.5M
Bill Rowles Youth Foundation Fund Toledo Community Foundation Supporting Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants - Play Area Grants Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants aim to enhance youth engagement in recreational activities by offering funding for local initiatives.	Not published	Up to $300K
Florida Kiwanis Foundation: Mini Grants Florida Kiwanis Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The Florida Kiwanis Foundation was created in 1971 by Former Kiwanis Governor Robert Thal. Since 1971, Florida Kiwanis Foundation has been supporting Kiwanis Clubs, Divisions, and students make a real impact in the state of Florida.	Not published	Up to $750
The Sato Foundation Grant The Sato Fdn Separate Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sato Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in delivering cultural and educational programs aimed at developing essential life skills, particularly in young people.	Not published	Varies
P/Arts Grant Program Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation’s mission is to utilize its assets to assist any not-for-profit organization seeking to promote the arts or create programs that inspire, engage, and teach.	Not published	Varies
McLaughlin Family Foundation Grant McLaughlin Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McLaughlin Family Foundation Grant supports innovative and high-impact nonprofit organizations in central Oklahoma, focusing on empowering disadvantaged children and families.	Not published	Varies
Raiders Foundation Grant Raiders Foundation Nv · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K The Raiders Foundation Grant aims to uplift the community by supporting military members, veterans, health and wellness initiatives, and youth development.	Not published	$3K – $25K

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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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