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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Lancaster Osteopathic Health Foundation Community Grants Program Touchstone Foundation Supporting Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies Improve delivery of children's behavioral health services Enhance capacity of parents, families, and caregivers through training and support Improve capacity of providers to support and treat children	Not published	Varies
PATHS STEAM Educational Grant LGBT Technology Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Remove financial access barriers for LGBTQ+ community members pursuing entry into STEAM through educational grants	Not published	Varies
Woodson Center Rising Leaders Grant Woodson Center · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program supporting emerging grassroots leaders and organizations working to transform their communities, particularly focused on educational advancement and opportunity creation.	Not published	Varies
PAA Impact Award Pasadena Art Alliance · Foundation Not published · $20K – $30K To showcase excellence in visual art education with an award to a non-profit organization that impacts youth through contemporary art.	Not published	$20K – $30K
USGAA Development Awards American Gaelic Games Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The USGAA Development Awards recognize clubs for initiatives that help them grow and become more rooted in their community. The awards aim to incentivize grassroots membership growth through various club-based activities.	Not published	Varies
HC Rally Grant Hill Country Rally for Kids · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Hill Country Rally Grant aims to support children in need within the Texas Hill Country by redistributing funds to 501(c)3 organizations or directly assisting youth.	Not published	Up to $40K
Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Grant Homer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Grant, administered by the Homer Foundation, offers funding to organizations that engage youth in vital, accessible activities within the Homer community.	Not published	Varies
Ecolab U.S. Regional NPO (Non-Profit Organizations) Grant Program Ecolab Foundation (A/K/a Ecolab Industry Foundation) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ecolab U.S. Regional NPO Grant Program supports 501(c)(3) organizations in specific geographic areas, focusing on youth education, community development, environmental conservation, and arts initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Joseph Durda Foundation Grant The Joseph Durda Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joseph Durda Foundation, established in 1989, prioritizes charitable giving to alleviate poverty, support orphans, and assist disabled individuals.	Not published	Varies
Kansas Volunteer Commission - Youth Civic Engagement Mini-Grant Kansas Volunteer Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Kansas Volunteer Commission's Youth Civic Engagement Mini-Grant supports youth in grades K-12 by funding projects that promote civic engagement.	Not published	Up to $5K
Attic Angel Community Grants Attic Angel Prairie Point Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The grant program identifies a compelling community need each spring by the Association board of directors as the focus for the coming year's awards.	Not published	Up to $20K
Sadie Jones Fund Grant Emporia Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sadie Jones Fund Grant, managed by the Emporia Community Foundation, supports vision and hearing needs for children in Lyon and Chase counties. It also funds public health and safety projects aimed at benefiting local children.	Not published	Varies
Jewelers Mutual Impact Fund Grant Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jewelers Mutual Impact Fund Grant aims to empower youth, advance technology, and foster community progression within the jewelry industry.	Not published	Varies
Coast Electric Community Trust (CECT) Operation Round Up (ORU) Grants Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding pool sourced by Coast Power Association members who round up their utility bills. Supports community projects implemented by grant recipients.	Not published	Varies
Bob Crewe Foundation Grants The Bob Crewe Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Crewe Foundation supports Maine’s vibrant and unique communities through grants that focus on fine arts, music, youth, and LBGTQ+ causes.	Not published	Varies
LGBT Fund Grant Erie Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The LGBT Fund, managed by the Erie Community Foundation, aims to empower the LGBTQ+ community in the greater Erie region through impactful proposals.	Not published	Up to $8K
Joseph A. Beavers College Scholarship United Planning Organization · Foundation Not published · $10K The Joseph A. Beavers College Scholarship fund supports outstanding DC high school students pursuing higher education.	Not published	$10K
OMYF Major Grants Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF) aims to empower at-risk children in Central Florida through funding programs that focus on arts, education, health, and homelessness.	Not published	Varies
Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes Grant Young Heroes Project · Foundation Not published · $10K The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes honors 25 exceptional young leaders aged 8 to 18 from diverse backgrounds across the U.S. and Canada.	Not published	$10K
Youth Scholarship North Carolina Horse Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide scholarships to young equestrians in North Carolina for education and equine-related pursuits.	Not published	Varies
Behavioral Health Partnerships for Early Diversion of Adults and Youth Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Behavioral Health Partnerships for Early Diversion program aims to create and enhance supportive infrastructure to divert adults and youth experiencing mental illness or co-occurring substance use disorders from entering the criminal…	Not published	Varies
Island Foundation Alternative Education Grants Island Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Island Foundation offers Alternative Education Grants aimed at supporting experiential education programs, after-school initiatives, and alternative education schools.	Not published	Varies
YES Camp (Youth Emergency Services) Equipment Grant Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant from the Community Foundation to support Youth Emergency Services (YES) Camp, a hands-on emergency response training program for high school students.	Not published	Varies
250th Anniversary of the United States of America Grant The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Ever since we were founded in 1983, our foundation has grown in knowledge, capability and influence as a direct result of the commitment of our generous donors, the depth of our relationships…	Not published	$500 – $2K

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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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