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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Nicholas County CF Grants Nicholas Co Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $10K The Nicholas County Community Foundation, established in 2006, is a 501(c)3 public charity dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Nicholas County, West Virginia.	Not published	$250 – $10K
NBCDI Policy Fellowship Program National Black Child Development Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Fosters Black leaders committed to creating an equitable and just future for Black children and families.	Not published	Varies
Alaska Airlines Foundation Corporate Giving - Nonprofit Fundraiser Sponsorships Alaska Airlines Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Parent Voice Fellowship New Schools for Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies A fellowship program administered by New Schools for Alabama designed to develop parent leadership and advocacy skills.	Not published	Varies
William G. Nash Social Impact Grant William G Nash Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $8K The William G. Nash Social Impact Grant program honors the legacy of Will Nash by supporting young changemakers and their visions for impact.	Not published	$3K – $8K
Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants - Swim Lessons Grants Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants program, in partnership with the USA Swimming Foundation, aims to enhance youth access to aquatic safety through Swim Lessons Grants.	Not published	Varies
Baltimore Philanthropy Tank Competition Philanthropy Tank Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K An expansion of the Palm Beach Philanthropy Tank model to Baltimore. The competition invites students to present creative solutions to social issues impacting the Baltimore community.	Not published	Up to $15K
Nobbs Family Foundation Grant Nobbs Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nobbs Family Foundation Grant aims to empower disadvantaged youth and young adults in Southern California through education, scholarships, training, and mentoring.	Not published	Varies
GLOW Action Fund Central Baltimore Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies GLOW is a collaborative, multi-year initiative focused on improving the quality of life for all residents by meeting the needs of the most vulnerable residents who live along the historically disinvested Greenmount Avenue corridor.	Not published	Varies
Summer STEM Grant Idaho Commission for Libraries · Foundation Not published · $500 The Summer STEM Grant, administered by the Idaho Commission for Libraries, offers $500 to up to 70 libraries to enhance STEM outreach during summer.	Not published	$500
Community Fund for Carmel Valley Grants Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Community Fund for Carmel Valley (CFCV) provides grants to nonprofit organizations that support the communities of Carmel Valley, Cachagua, and Jamesburg.	Not published	$1K – $3K
YES Award (Youth Engagement in Service) Charlotte Regional Realtor Assoc Housing Opportunity Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 Award recognizing and celebrating area youth who are engaged in improving the quality of life in the region.	Not published	$500
NAO/GO Scholarship Fund United States Squash Racquets Assoc Inc · Foundation Not published · $91K The NAO/GO Fund provides scholarships to support the education of young men and women involved in squash.	Not published	$91K
Growing the Body of Christ Grants Siebert Lutheran Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Growing the Body of Christ Grants, offered by the Siebert Lutheran Foundation, aim to enhance the Lutheran community by funding capital requests over $50,000, specifically in the Fall cycle.	Not published	Varies
Community-Based Grants- Early Childhood, Family and Youth Development Grant Foellinger Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foellinger Foundation offers Community-Based Grants aimed at enhancing early childhood, youth, and family development in Allen County.	Not published	Varies
Aspirations Incubator Planning Grant Rural Youth Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Designed to help organizations assess their readiness to adopt an Aspirations Incubator long-term youth development and mentoring model that partners with local middle and high schools.	Not published	Varies
Out-of-School Community-Based Arts Education Programs The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation is committed to expanding access to resources and opportunities that promote a more vital and just city and region for all.	Not published	Varies
Radio Flyer Donations - Chicagoland Grant Radio Flyer · Foundation Not published · Varies Radio Flyer is committed to enhancing the lives of children through charitable giving and community support. Their philanthropic efforts focus on 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that promote outdoor play and well-being for children.	Not published	Varies
Shirley Charitable Foundation Grant Shirley Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Shirley Charitable Foundation Grant supports community enrichment initiatives in Shirley, focusing on education, public safety, youth activities, arts, and senior citizens.	Not published	Up to $2K
Summer Fund Grant Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Summer Fund Grant, established in 1971 by Philanthropy Massachusetts, supports summer camps and enrichment programs for underserved youth in Greater Boston.	Not published	Up to $40K
PYB Magic Academy - Youth Entrepreneurship Program Philadelphia Youth Basketball Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Philadelphia Youth Basketball is running its 2nd cohort of youth entrepreneurship program called the PYB Magic Academy.	Not published	$10K
Community Grants Program Bennington Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Through donations, philanthropic gifts, and fundraisers, the Bennington Community Foundation uses grants to help the community grow.	Not published	Varies
Youth Impacting Community (YIC) Grants Greater Manhattan Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Each year, Youth Impacting Community (YIC), a youth philanthropy board funded and supported by the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation, invites area nonprofit agencies to apply for grant funding.	Not published	Varies
Amateur Radio Digital Communications Grants Amateur Radio Digital Communications · Foundation Not published · Varies The Amateur Radio Digital Communications Grants support projects that enhance digital communication and promote amateur radio.	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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