Grants for Youth Programs

Last updated November 1, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,609 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. 1,635 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 3,609; from 2,460 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $3,000–$50K
Total listed funding: $226.4M; across 1,635 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 225 with a published date

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Coles County Peace and Justice Fund Grant Program Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $7K The Coles County Peace and Justice Fund Grant Program, supported by the Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation, aims to enhance social justice and cross-cultural understanding.	Not published	$1K – $7K
Columbus Area Future Fund Grant Nebraska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Columbus Area Future Fund provides ongoing grants to support charitable purposes, specifically for 501(c)(3) organizations and government entities.	Not published	Varies
Community Solutions Grants Community Foundation of Greater Memphis Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K Multi-year initiative that invests in nonprofits leading community-driven strategies to strengthen safety, resilience, and well-being through innovative, ground-level solutions.	Not published	$50K – $150K
Youth Mental Health Fund - Opportunity Grant Decolonizing Wealth Project · Foundation Not published · $30K – $100K The Youth Mental Health Fund, launched by the Decolonizing Wealth Project, aims to provide $15 million in grants over three years to enhance mental health care for marginalized youth in the U.S., focusing on LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities.	Not published	$30K – $100K
Upper School Study Abroad Program University Academy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies University Academy Foundation provides scholarships to University Academy Sophomores and Juniors who participate in summer travel experiences through exceptional program partners.	Not published	Varies
Culpeper Foundation Fund Grant Northern Piedmont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Culpeper Foundation Fund Grant, offered by the Northern Piedmont Community Foundation, supports various community initiatives in Culpeper County, including education, health, and arts.	Not published	$500 – $3K
TMF: Safe Communities Program Grant The Miami Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The TMF: Safe Communities Program, established by The Miami Foundation, aims to enhance safety and opportunities for all residents of Greater Miami.	Not published	$10K – $30K
Alaska Airlines Corporate Giving Grant Alaska Airlines Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Alaska Airlines Corporate Giving supports 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations through in-kind donations and sponsorships.	Not published	Varies
Lowe's SkillsUSA Community Service Grants Listed by Skillsusa Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $25K Grants strengthen local communities while providing enhanced learning opportunities for students. Projects allow students to apply their skills in real-world scenarios while giving back to their communities.	Not published	$2K – $25K
Pen & Podium Grants Denver Post Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program associated with the Denver Post's Pen & Podium Series, a literary event series featuring authors and literary programming. Support nonprofit agencies working in literacy, education, and literary arts	Not published	Varies
YAC Mini-Grants Jackson Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The YAC Mini-Grants program, managed by the Jackson Community Foundation, offers K-12 students the opportunity to submit proposals for classroom projects.	Not published	Up to $500
Israel Experience Grant Jewish Federation of Columbus · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program to support Israel travel experiences for eligible individuals.	Not published	Varies
Warren Community Action Fund Grants Blue Mountain Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Warren Community Action Fund Grants support initiatives enhancing community quality of life, focusing on health, education, basic human needs, youth, agricultural training, historic preservation, scientific programs, arts, recreation…	Not published	Varies
KBCF Grants Key Biscayne Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Key Biscayne Community Foundation (KBCF) is dedicated to making a lasting impact in Miami-Dade County and beyond through its grants.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Trail Blazers Foundation Fund – PLAY Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Trail Blazers Foundation Fund – PLAY Grant aims to enhance the lives of underserved youth in Oregon and SW Washington by promoting physical activity.	Not published	Up to $25K
Career Exploration Microgrants The Health Collaborative · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K	Not published	Up to $5K
Reynolds and Reynolds Associate Foundation Grant Reynolds and Reynolds Employee Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reynolds and Reynolds Associate Foundation Grant supports various charitable initiatives across multiple counties in Ohio and Texas.	Not published	Varies
R3 Grant Program Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The R3 Grant Program, managed by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, offers up to $25,000 in funding to support initiatives that enhance fishing and boating education.	Not published	Up to $25K
AFFA Small Grants Program Alliance for Full Acceptance · Foundation Not published · $500 – $4K The AFFA Small Grants Program supports nonprofit organizations in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia that address the needs of LGBTQ+ youth.	Not published	$500 – $4K
Young Philanthropists Grant Program New Canaan Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Young Philanthropists Grant Program, hosted by the New Canaan Community Foundation, empowers high school students to engage in philanthropy by exploring local issues and making impact through grantmaking.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Herzfeld Foundation: Arts Education Grant Richard and Ethel Herzfeld · Foundation Not published · $5K – $40K The Herzfeld Foundation: Arts Education Grant aims to strengthen organizations dedicated to arts education for youth up to age 18 in Milwaukee.	Not published	$5K – $40K
2026 Scholarship Program Valley Electric Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Valley Electric Association offers an annual scholarship program for eligible applicants. The program is mentioned prominently on the website as part of VEA's community and youth opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants - Arts and Music Grants Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants program provides funding to enhance youth accessibility to arts, music, sports, and safety initiatives.	Not published	Up to $25K
Vision Hero Program The Vision of Children · Foundation Not published · Varies The Vision of Children Foundation seeks out and spotlights inspiring young people who have overcome their vision challenges despite being told they have limitations that may hold them back from achieving their dreams.	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 3,609 grants for youth programs Grantable lists as of November 1, 2026, 1,635 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, 2,460 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for youth programs due?

Of 3,609 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 225 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, 50% 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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