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 state and 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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Youth Philanthropy Fund Columbus Medical Association Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support health and wellness programs, projects and initiatives that involve, impact and/or affect the youth of central Ohio	Not published	Varies
Civic Changemaker Internship Icivics Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
George Family Foundation: Environment Program Grant George Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The George Family Foundation's Environment Program focuses on enhancing access to natural spaces and engaging underrepresented youth in outdoor activities.	Not published	Varies
Celanese Century Southern Dallas Impact Grant United Way Foundation of Metropolitan Dallas · Foundation Not published · $100K Grants seeking innovative solutions that:	Not published	$100K
BOOST Grant Georgia Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The BOOST Grant, funded by the Georgia Department of Education, aims to enhance the educational experiences of 1.7 million students in Georgia's public schools.	Not published	Varies
Title I Program for Neglected and Delinquent Children State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies Provide funds to Maryland Department of Juvenile Service and Maryland State Department of Education-Adult Correctional Education to develop and implement programs for students through age 21 in juvenile services and adult correctional…	Not published	Varies
Children, Youth, and Families Grant Caring for Colorado Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K The Children, Youth, and Families Grant supports programs fostering equity and resilience among youth in Colorado.	Not published	$15K
Family Volunteer Day Grants Points of Light Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K Support efforts to unite families in service for Family Volunteer Day (November 21)	Not published	$500 – $1K
Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. Union County Electric Cooperative Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Each year, Union County Electric sponsors an area student on an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C.	Not published	Varies
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Grants Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Educational Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo offers grants to Texas-based 501(c)(3) charities and accredited educational institutions.	Not published	Varies
Agility Grants National Council on Problem Gambling Inc. · Foundation Not published · $20K – $40K Agility Grants, initiated by the National Council on Problem Gambling, aim to minimize gambling-related harm through funding nonprofit organizations for innovative prevention programs.	Not published	$20K – $40K
Transforming Safety Initiative Community Grants Program Pikes Peak Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven: Programmatic Grant Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven offers a Programmatic Grant to support local 501(c)(3) nonprofits, synagogues, and Jewish organizations.	Not published	Varies
San Diego Kiwanis Club Foundation - Community Impact Grant San Diego Kiwanis Club Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K San Diego Kiwanis Club Foundation, Inc. The Kiwanis Club of San Diego works in concert with the San Diego Kiwanis Club Foundation, Inc. (the ‘Foundation’).	Not published	$5K – $50K
Family Power Fund : Planning/New Partner Grants Headwaters Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Family Power Fund, managed by the Headwaters Foundation, empowers youth, parents, and caregivers to influence health-related policies through leadership development and advocacy.	Not published	Up to $75K
Youth Workforce Development 2.0 Initiative Illinois Children's Healthcare · Foundation Not published · Varies More than 1/2 of all Illinois residents live in an area with a shortage of primary, dental, or mental health care providers.	Not published	Varies
CFPBMC: Competitive Grantmaking - Summer Program Grant Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The CFPBMC Summer Program Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Florida aiming to enhance community impact through strategic focus areas such as capacity building, economic opportunity, education and youth, and thriving communities.	Not published	Up to $75K
Art Contest Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Youth artists have opportunities to win scholarships up to $10,000 through this annual art contest. Fort Worth Stock Show Main Office: 817-877-2400	Not published	Up to $10K
Mary Stockdill Education Scholarship Fund Colorado Mountain Club Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $600 Provide financial support for girls primarily younger than age 12 to attend CMC educational programs	Not published	Up to $600
JDF: FIRST LEGO League Discover Grant John Deere Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John Deere FIRST LEGO League Discover program aims to support equity, diversity, and inclusion in STEM fields by providing grants to teams that meet specific eligibility criteria.	Not published	Varies
Upward Bound - Siskiyou Simpson University Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The TRiO Upward Bound program supports current high school students and their families to help prepare them for success in college.	Not published	Varies
CCF: Grassroots Leadership Grants The Connecticut Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $7K The CCF: Grassroots Leadership Grants aim to empower Waterbury residents and local organizations by providing funding for community-driven projects.	Not published	$5K – $7K
Community Assistance Fund Grants Junior League of the City of Washington Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K	Not published	Up to $5K
WBAL Radio Kids Campaign Grant WBAL Radio · Foundation Not published · Varies The WBAL Radio Kids Campaign is dedicated to enhancing the lives of economically disadvantaged youth in its listening area.	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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