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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Nellie Rust Trust Grant Nellie Rust Bo Charities · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nellie Rust Trust Grant supports youth development and health services in Boulder, Colorado. This private foundation funds only nonprofit organizations recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS tax code.	Not published	Varies
International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading Foundation: Education Grants International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading Foundation offers Education Grants to support organizations that promote aviation-focused educational programs.	Not published	Varies
Student Volunteer Program The William W Backus Hospital · Foundation Not published · Varies A funded program that gives high school students the opportunity to explore careers in healthcare while providing services to Backus Hospital patients and staff.	Not published	Varies
Reliant Energy Scholarship Program Houston Texans Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K Each year, Reliant teams up with the Texans to award scholarships to Houston-area high school student-athletes who have exhibited remarkable leadership on the field, in the classroom, and throughout the community.	Not published	$10K
Connecting Generations, Strengthening Communities St David's Foundation Community Fund · Foundation Not published · $20K – $100K This Request for Ideas (RFI) seeks to identify organizations interested in implementing intergenerational programs that bring different age groups together in purposeful, mutually beneficial activities to improve community cohesion, child…	Not published	$20K – $100K
Wildlife & Environmental Conservation Grants (UK and International) - Small Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to £10,000 The Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust offers small grants for UK-based charities focused on wildlife and environmental conservation.	Not published	Up to £10,000
Martha Sue Parr Trust Grant Martha Sue Parr Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Martha Sue Parr Trust Grant supports charitable, nonprofit organizations defined by section 501(c)3 of the IRS tax code, focusing on programs that benefit young people, religious organizations, and hospitals in Texas.	Not published	Varies
Planet Aid Capacity and Environmental (PACE) Grant Planet Aid Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K The PACE Grant is a funding opportunity offered by Planet Aid to support community development and environmental initiatives.	Not published	$25K
Arts Fund for Region One: Individual Scholarships (Susan Fillman Memorial Scholarship For The Arts) Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $100 – $500 The Arts Fund for Region One provides scholarships and grants to support the artistic development of students in the six towns of Northwest Connecticut.	Not published	$100 – $500
Hughes Memorial Foundation Grant Hughes Memorial Home · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hughes Memorial Foundation, established by John Edward Hughes, focuses on aiding children and youth in Virginia and North Carolina.	Not published	Varies
James A. Welch Foundation Grant James a Welch Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The James A. Welch Foundation, established in 1960, has committed over two million dollars to enhance educational opportunities for gifted students in Flint and Genesee County, Michigan.	Not published	Varies
Toledo Rotary Club Foundation The Andersons Fund Supporting Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Student Competitions Dare Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies To support student participation in competitions and competitive opportunities. Dare Education Foundation supports various student competitions through funding.	Not published	Varies
Montana Circle K - Key Club Renewal Scholarship Program Grant Kiwanis Foundation of Montana · Foundation Not published · Varies The Montana Circle K - Key Club Renewal Scholarship Program, supported by the Kiwanis Foundation of Montana, recognizes and aids Circle K members who have previously earned a scholarship and excelled academically in college.	Not published	Varies
Youth Advisory Board (YAB) Experience Learning Community · Foundation Not published · Varies MOPOP's Youth Advisory Board (YAB) gives teens a voice in programming at the museum and an opportunity to help Northwest arts and culture thrive.	Not published	Varies
Equitable Community-Designed Outdoor Spaces Grant The Colorado Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Equitable Community-Designed Outdoor Spaces Grant, offered by the Colorado Health Foundation, supports planning grants for designing and constructing inclusive outdoor spaces like parks and playgrounds in Colorado.	Not published	$25K – $50K
Albert Schweitzer Fellowship The Albert Schweitzer Fellowship · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
WI/IL/IN - Summer Youth Program Faith in Place · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Beds Program Kiwanis Club of the Colorado River Community Welfare Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A charitable program providing beds to families in need.	Not published	Varies
Tom Holder Memorial Scholarships for Kids Carroll County Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Enable kids from Carroll County to enroll in arts classes, camps, and theatre troupe, regardless of their ability to pay.	Not published	Varies
Global Fund for Children Grants: Become a Partner Global Fund for Children · Foundation Not published · Varies The Global Fund for Children invites community-based organizations worldwide to partner in improving the lives of children and youth.	Not published	Varies
Behind the Line Fund The Central Indiana Police Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A Central Indiana Police Foundation fund supporting youth engagement programs and community-building initiatives between law enforcement and youth.	Not published	Varies
NYC Green Fund Grassroots Grant Program City Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $80K The NYC Green Fund Grassroots Grant Program supports grassroots initiatives in NYC's parks and open spaces, promoting community engagement and environmental stewardship.	Not published	$1K – $80K
Youth Violence Prevention Initiative Grants Roy a Hunt Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $75K The Youth Violence Prevention Initiative Grants, offered by the Roy A. Hunt Foundation, aim to reduce youth violence in high-risk areas across the U.S. With $3.4 million allocated annually, the foundation prioritizes support for…	Not published	$25K – $75K

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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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