Grants for Youth Programs

Last updated November 1, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,636 active grants for youth programs in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 83 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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NYC Green Fund Grassroots Grants Program City Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $40K The NYC Green Fund Grassroots grant program provides funding support for community groups and organizations providing open space programming and stewardship across NYC with annual operating budgets under $175,000.	Not published	$1K – $40K
Minnesota Pediatric Mental Health Access Program Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Minnesota Pediatric Mental Health Access Program aims to enhance the capacity of pediatric primary care providers by promoting consultation, training, and support to meet children's mental health needs.	Not published	Up to $150K
ASCA: Youth Cultural Heritage Project Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Alaska State Council on the Arts offers Youth Cultural Heritage Project Grants to support organizations delivering cultural heritage programs for children and youth in Alaska.	Not published	Up to $10K
Young Adults Israel Engagement Grants Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Does your organization have an idea, project, or event to bring Israeli arts, culture, or innovation to young adults with the goal of fostering a deeper, more meaningful connection to Israel? Careers, families, relationships...	Not published	Varies
Securian Foundation Grants Securian Financial Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Securian Foundation focuses on enhancing community well-being through financial stability, youth education, and vibrant communities.	Not published	Varies
Hawes Poultry Fund University of Maine Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Ignite Fellowship Earthwatch Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An immersive, experiential learning opportunity for high school students from underserved schools and communities designed to inspire passion for STEM.	Not published	Varies
National Leaders Collective (NLC) Fellowship Programs Students for Life of America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Students for Life of America offers eight yearlong fellowships through the National Leaders Collective (NLC) to equip and educate fellows to lead the pro-life movement.	Not published	Varies
LEAD Internship Program The Cleveland Avenue Foundation for Education Group · Foundation Not published · Varies LEAD connects college students to paid, 10-week summer placements at foundations, nonprofits, and mission-driven companies across Chicagoland.	Not published	Varies
Youth Philanthropy Program Grants Bexley Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K A high school student-led grant-making program that educates students about the philanthropic process while awarding grants to support needs identified by Bexley staff and students.	Not published	$3K – $5K
West Broadway Rising Youth's Job Program West Broadway Area Coalition · Foundation Not published · $250K Connects young people to meaningful career pathways, equips them with skills and experience, and matches them with local WBC member businesses for paid internships	Not published	$250K
Wavedance Fund Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program · Foundation Not published · Varies Wavedance is a Vanguard Charitable donor advised fund that awards grants to 501(c)(3) public charities, primarily in Northern Nevada. We provide funding for organizations seeking to enhance good outcomes for vulnerable and at-risk children.	Not published	Varies
W.D. Farr Endowment Fund Grants Weld Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The W.D. Farr Endowment Fund Grants, administered by the Weld Community Foundation, support youth-focused initiatives in Greeley, Colorado. These grants aim to enhance quality of life through K-12 educational projects and youth programs.	Not published	Up to $4K
Feld Entertainment Charitable Contributions Grant Feld Entertainment · Foundation Not published · Varies Feld Entertainment's Charitable Contributions aim to support children in need through various initiatives. Their donations have significantly impacted organizations like St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.	Not published	Varies
2026 Grant Cycle United Way of Wayne County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The 2026 funding cycle follows a multi-stage process:	Not published	Varies
Chicago Blackhawks Community Fund Robert R McCormick Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McCormick Foundation matches all donations at 50% and covers all administration fees, so your entire donation, plus the match will be granted to qualified nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
W15H Program (Wish 15) Tim Tebow Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
School-based Truancy Prevention and Reduction Initiatives Kids Forward Inc · Foundation Not published · $225K – $900K	Not published	$225K – $900K
Youth Support Services Competitive Grant Program Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Support Services Competitive Grant Program, funded by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, aims to empower low-income communities by providing essential support services.	Not published	Varies
Alberta Blue Cross: Built Together Grants Alberta Blue Cross · Foundation Not published · $50K The Alberta Blue Cross Built Together Grants support Albertans in creating spaces for active living, such as outdoor gyms, skate parks, and playgrounds.	Not published	$50K
Community Impact Grant Madison Visionary Partners Inc · Foundation Not published · $750 – $3K Madison Visionary Partners awards annual Community Impact Grants to support community projects and initiatives that enrich the quality of life in the City of Madison.	Not published	$750 – $3K
Blackford County Community Foundation Community Grants Blackford County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The foundation makes annual Community Grants to local organizations; a recent cycle awarded 16 grants totaling $94,440 to 11 organizations serving local youth, families needing food/medical assistance, and community quality-of-life…	Not published	Varies
Blue Jacket Bonanza Program Delaware State Farm Bureau Inc · Foundation Not published · $400 The Blue Jacket Bonanza Program provides FFA blue jackets to deserving Delaware high school students. The blue corduroy jacket is a symbol of:	Not published	$400
West Central Initiative Community Grants (Annual Grantmaking) West Central Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies West Central Initiative awards grants annually to regional organizations through a competitive grantmaking process. Recent grant rounds have distributed $700,000+ to 46+ regional organizations.	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 November 1, 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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