Grants for Youth Programs

Last updated October 30, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,640 active grants for youth programs in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 89 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,654 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 3,640; from 2,477 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $3,000–$50K
Total listed funding: $238.1M; across 1,654 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 256 with a published date

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Crane Family Fund Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Feb 15, 2027 · $1K – $4K The Crane Family Fund Grant supports innovative projects at the intersection of environmental quality and community health.	Feb 15, 2027	$1K – $4K
Grant Application Scott Kirschenmann Family Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies	~February	Varies
Student Scholarship - Senior Division Marin Music Chest · Foundation ~February · Varies	~February	Varies
Urban League of Portland Dickson Scott Scholarship Urban League of Portland Inc · Foundation ~February · $10K The Urban League of Portland Dickson Scott Scholarship honors Nella Mae Dickson, a longtime partner and supporter of the organization who dedicated her life to educating and empowering youth and young adults.	~February	$10K
United Way of the Columbia Gorge Annual Grant United Way of the Columbia Gorge · Foundation ~February · Varies Types of Organizations UWCG Does NOT Fund:	~February	Varies
Oregon Conservation Corps 2027-29 Higher Education Grants · State Feb 26, 2027 · $5M – $60M Request for Applications to support the Oregon Conservation Corps program, administered by Oregon Youth Works.	Feb 26, 2027	$5M – $60M
Rosenlund Family Foundation Grants Rosenlund Family Foundation INV MGR · Foundation ~February · $3K – $5K The Rosenlund Family Foundation, established in 1962, focuses on supporting under-served children and youth in Philadelphia's disadvantaged neighborhoods.	~February	$3K – $5K
27-001-RFA Oregon Conservation Corps 2027-29 Higher Education Grants · State Feb 26, 2027 · $5M – $60M Request for Applications for the Oregon Conservation Corps program administered by Oregon Youth Works. Grants awarded to eligible organizations and sovereign nations across Oregon to aid in reducing wildfire risk to communities.	Feb 26, 2027	$5M – $60M
College Scholarship Program Northtown Housing Finance Corporation · Foundation ~February · Up to $2K NHDC provides college scholarships for students who have demonstrated exceptional community service and leadership and who desire to attend college.	~February	Up to $2K
Project: Enrichment New Haven Schools Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies Grants bringing new attention to both co-curricular and extra-curricular programs.	~February	Varies
Youth Grant Grand Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies The Youth Grant program features a Youth Grant Committee made up of students from local schools who work together to assess the needs of their peers and award grants to address those needs.	~February	Varies
Boston Bar Foundation IOLTA Grants Boston Bar Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies The BBF invites applications from eligible non-profit organizations for projects that advance the following objectives: Grants support organizations working in: Ron Simms, Jr., Director of Communications	~February	Varies
Les Dames d'Escoffier Washington DC - Community Grants Program Les Dames Descoffier of Washington DC · Foundation ~February · $2K – $5K Each year, grants are awarded to tax-exempt charitable or educational organizations making a significant difference in the community through food and hospitality.	~February	$2K – $5K
Community Grants Rotary International Springfield · Foundation ~February · $5K – $35K The Rotary Club of Springfield Southeast is a member of Rotary International, the world's largest service organization. Founded in 1967 with 32 charter members, the club has grown to 198 members as of January 31, 2026.	~February	$5K – $35K
Harvey E. Anderson Scholarship The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · $4K Support graduating high school athletes who demonstrate excellence in academics and athletics	~February	$4K
SMART (Bobbie Cates Hicks Science and Medicine Academic Research Training) Program Biomedical Research Foundation of Northwest Louisiana · Foundation ~February · Varies BRF also supports STEM education through:	~February	Varies
Community Grants Variety of Eastern Tennessee · Foundation ~March · Varies Variety assists other community charities serving children in need. With this funding and partnership, Variety can expand its reach beyond their Kids on the Go program to help more East Tennessee children in a multitude of ways.	~March	Varies
American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarship Pennsylvania American Legion Housing for Homeless Veterans Corp · Foundation ~March · $3K – $10K	~March	$3K – $10K
Littler Youth Fund Operating Grant Weld Community Foundation · Foundation Mar 1, 2027 · Up to $35K The Littler Youth Fund Operating Grant supports nonprofits serving Weld County youth, offering funding based on organizational budget size. Grants range from $12,500 for budgets under $250,000 to $35,000 for budgets exceeding $500,000.	Mar 1, 2027	Up to $35K
Littler Youth Fund Program/Project Grants Weld Community Foundation · Foundation Mar 1, 2027 · Up to $20K The Littler Youth Fund provides grants to support youth programs and projects in Weld County, aiming to positively impact local youth aged 0-18.	Mar 1, 2027	Up to $20K
BHACF: Youth Philanthropy Grant Black Hills Area Community Foundation · Foundation ~March · $3K The Youth Philanthropy Grant, a collaborative effort of the Black Hills Area Community Foundation and Rapid City Youth City Council, aims to support youth-oriented initiatives in Rapid City.	~March	$3K
JEF General Fund Grants Jewish Endowment Foundation · Foundation Mar 1, 2027 · Average about $2,500 JEF General Fund Grants provide funding for Jewish and non-Jewish organizations that significantly benefit the Jewish community.	Mar 1, 2027	Average about $2,500
Youth Development Committee Grant The Kids Fund Inc · Foundation ~March · Up to $5K	~March	Up to $5K
Youth Cabinet Grants The United Way Inc · Foundation ~March · Up to $3K	~March	Up to $3K

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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 3,640 grants for youth programs Grantable lists as of October 30, 2026, 1,654 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, 2,477 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for youth programs due?

Of 3,640 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 256 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 October–December.

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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