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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Swim Lesson Scholarships Stew Leonard III Water Safety FD Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Stew Leonard III Water Safety Foundation provides swim lesson scholarships for children in need. All profits from Stewie the Duck Swim School help fund free or low-cost swim lessons for eligible children in the community.	Not published	Varies
General Grants for Children of Targeted Activists Rosenberg Fund for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Youth for Community Improvement (YCI) Fund Greater Worcester Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Fund Program Grants United Way of Treasure Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way of Treasure Valley accepts Letters of Intent from nonprofit organizations to participate in the annual grant cycle.	Not published	Varies
National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) - The Big Read Grant Albion College · Foundation Not published · $12K Bring communities together through shared reading experiences	Not published	$12K
Fly Me To The Foon Scholarship Grant East Bay Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Fly Me To The Foon Scholarship, established by the East Bay Community Foundation, honors Neel Thomas Foon, a beloved musician and mentor.	Not published	$2K
Youth Cultural Activities Grant Alaska Children's Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Youth Cultural Activities Grant, offered by the Alaska Children's Trust, aims to enhance youth mental health through cultural engagement.	Not published	Up to $1K
Community-Built Playspaces Kaboom Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Plan, design, and build a new Community Playground, Nature Exploration Area, Multi-Sport Court, or Adventure Course by working with KABOOM! and our partners.	Not published	Varies
Internship Program New Jersey Civic Information Consortium a NJ Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies A statewide paid internship program connecting local news organizations with students from the Consortium's six member universities.	Not published	Varies
Closing the Opportunity Gap The Community Foundation of South Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of South Alabama awards grants annually through this competitive grantmaking program to support nonprofits serving underserved families and youth in Southwest Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Vancouver Parks & Recreation: Everybody Plays The Parks and Recreation Foundation of Vancouver and Clark County · Foundation Not published · Varies Recreation scholarships ensuring youth and disabled adults have access to recreational programs, swim lessons, sports participation, day camps, and music/dance/art classes.	Not published	Varies
Achelis and Bodman Foundation Grant The Achelis & Bodman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Achelis and Bodman Foundation, established in 2015, focuses on grantmaking in New York City and northern New Jersey, addressing critical issues in six program areas: Arts and Culture, Education, Employment, Health, Public Policy, and…	Not published	Varies
YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties Scholarships Grant YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties · Foundation Not published · Varies The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties offers scholarships designed to eliminate financial barriers to access Y programs and services.	Not published	Varies
Youth Musical Theatre Workshop Scholarship Broadway Sacramento Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Carling Memorial Foundation Fund Grants Community Foundation of Central Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carling Memorial Foundation Fund will accept applications for projects that benefit the health and well-being of children in Bibb County.	Not published	Varies
Golfers Charitable Association Grant Golfers' Charitable Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Golfers’ Charitable Foundation, founded by Baltimore business volunteers, focuses on supporting children and youth through education and health initiatives.	Not published	Varies
My Brother's Keeper Houston Scholarships Houston Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · $400K – $1M The Houston Health Foundation, in partnership with the Houston Health Department's Bureau of Youth & Adolescent Health (BYAH) and the My Brother's Keeper (MBK) Program, awards scholarships to MBK-affiliated students to support higher…	Not published	$400K – $1M
Community Grants Program Ocean Reef Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2M The Ocean Reef Community Foundation's annual Community Grants Program provides substantial funding to nonprofit organizations serving neighboring areas in the Upper Keys, Homestead, and Florida City.	Not published	$2M
McNeely Foundation: Youth Development Through Employment Training Grant The McNeely Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McNeely Foundation's Youth Development Through Employment Training Grant aims to empower middle and high school youth on the East Side of St. Paul, Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
Triangle Fund Grant The Triangle Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Triangle Fund Grant supports programs in Steuben, Chemung, and Schuyler counties, aimed at fostering relationships among families, schools, and communities to benefit disadvantaged youth.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Future Canes Grants Carolina Hurricanes Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Kids 'N Community Foundation offers Future Canes Grants to support youth hockey programs in North Carolina. With a commitment of at least $60,000 annually, these grants aim to enhance accessibility and growth in youth hockey.	Not published	$10K – $20K
First Tee – Phoenix Scholarship Program Arizona Golf and Life Skills Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies First Tee – Phoenix offers scholarships annually to graduating seniors who have been involved in First Tee programming for over 2 years.	Not published	Varies
Rum River Community Foundation Grant Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Rum River Community Foundation Grant, a philanthropic initiative by the Initiative Foundation, aims to enhance community livability through funding for parks, recreation, and youth engagement in the cities of Bock, Foreston, Milaca…	Not published	Up to $1K
Harland Jones Charitable Fund Grant Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harland Jones Charitable Fund aims to support educational and developmental initiatives for youth aged 19 and younger in Northeast Alabama.	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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