Grants for Youth Programs

Last updated October 30, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,640 active grants for youth programs in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 89 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,654 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 3,640; from 2,477 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $3,000–$50K
Total listed funding: $238.1M; across 1,654 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 256 with a published date

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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
Sustainers Grant The Junior League of Reading PA Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies	~March	Varies
Committee for Disability Inclusion Grant The Kids Fund Inc · Foundation ~March · Up to $5K For organizations seeking information about building inclusive programs aligned with Kids Fund goals, contact:	~March	Up to $5K
Go Outside Fund Grant Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsi · Foundation Mar 1, 2027 · $100 – $2K The Go Outside Fund aims to connect Wisconsin's youth with nature by providing grants between $100 and $1,500 for outdoor learning experiences.	Mar 1, 2027	$100 – $2K
Youth and Young Adult Initiatives Grant MARTIN de PORRES FOUNDATION CO MCCLOSKEY FINANCIAL GROUP · Foundation ~March · Varies	~March	Varies
BRCFSC Community Grants Blue River Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · $3K – $25K The BRCFSC Community Grants, offered by the Blue River Community Foundation, support projects in Art & Culture, Health, Education, and Social Services for Shelby County residents.	~March	$3K – $25K
Harris Foundation Grant Willliam H & Mattie Wattis Harris F · Foundation ~March · Up to $10K The Harris Foundation Grant, offered by the William H. and Mattie Wattis Harris Foundation, aims to support 501(c)(3) organizations in areas such as the arts, conservation, educational camps, preventative health, and wildlife protection.	~March	Up to $10K
Advocacy Summit Scholarship Armenian Assembly of America Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies Provides an opportunity for Armenian American college students to travel to Washington, DC for the annual Advocacy Summit.	~March	Varies
Wharton County Youth Fair Scholarship Foundation Wharton County Youth Fair & Expo · Foundation ~March · $77K	~March	$77K
Nonprofit Organization Grants Roswell Woman's Club Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies Nonprofit Organization Grants must be applied for and are awarded based upon multiple criteria.	~March	Varies
Competitive Grants Branford Community Foundation · Foundation ~March · $2K – $20K An annual process to review and support organizations and programs that serve the Branford Community. This is the primary funding opportunity through which most of BCF's grant-making occurs.	~March	$2K – $20K
Passport to Jewish Life Grants Jewish Federation of Orange County · Foundation ~March · Varies These grants open doors to meaningful and exciting Jewish educational experiences for Orange County children and teens participating in Jewish summer programs, after-school programs, and other Jewish educational experiences.	~March	Varies
Camp Scholarships Jewish Federation of El Paso and Las Cruces · Foundation ~March · $700 – $1K Scholarships for Jewish youth attending summer camp. First-time campers and returning campers are eligible.	~March	$700 – $1K
Mary Owen Borden Foundation Grant Mary Owen Borden Memorial Fund · Foundation Mar 15, 2027 · Up to $15K The Mary Owen Borden Foundation, established in 1934, focuses on supporting disadvantaged youth in New Jersey's Mercer and Monmouth counties.	Mar 15, 2027	Up to $15K
The Bocarsly Prize Abode Communities · Foundation ~March · Up to $2K Part of the Beyond Homes Scholarship Program, a discretionary award within a donor-funded initiative to support youth and young adults in achieving long-term economic mobility through housing and access to education.	~March	Up to $2K
Lois Nelson Masonic Youth Scholarship California Eastern Star Foundation · Foundation ~March · $500 – $5K Scholarship for members and majority members of Masonic youth organizations.	~March	$500 – $5K
Devils Youth Foundation Scholarship Devils Youth Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies The Devils Youth Foundation partners with New Jersey Devils Alumni to support youth education and community engagement.	~March	Varies
Hannah Stailey Memorial Scholarship Fund Harlan Christian Youth Center Inc · Foundation ~March · $1K An Indiana 529 scholarship fund established to help further the educational goals of students in Harlan and surrounding communities. Funds support those pursuing college degrees or trade schools.	~March	$1K
Livonia Community Foundation - Non-Profit Grants Livonia Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies The Foundation supports programs that align with its mission:	~March	Varies
EcosySTEM \| STEM Action Center Mini-Grants Idaho STEM Action Center Foundation Incorporated · Foundation ~March · $500 – $3K Regional Mini-Grants are a collaborative funding opportunity designed to strengthen STEM learning experiences and career connections for learners across Idaho.	~March	$500 – $3K
Frank S. Flowers Charitable Trust Grant T U W Flowers Chrtbl Fndtn Ttee · Foundation Mar 15, 2027 · Average grant about $10,000 The Frank S. Flowers Charitable Trust, established in 1979, aims to enhance the quality of life in Gloucester County, New Jersey.	Mar 15, 2027	Average grant about $10,000
Lahoma Routt Youth Ministry Grant Central Kentucky Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Mar 20, 2027 · Varies The Lahoma Routt Youth Ministry/Youth Sports Fund is a designated fund of the Central Kentucky Community Foundation with an annual application (due March 20). Note: supports youth ministry/sports; detail thin on captured page.	Mar 20, 2027	Varies
Lahoma Routt Youth Ministry Fund Central Kentucky Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies Grant opportunity supporting youth ministry initiatives in the Central Kentucky region.	~March	Varies
Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award Zonta Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · $2K – $5K	~March	$2K – $5K
Collective Impact Fund United Way of Weld County Inc · Foundation ~March · $650K United Way of Weld County awards grants to local nonprofit agencies supporting initiatives that address key community priorities in cradle-to-career support and household stability.	~March	$650K

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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 3,640 grants for youth programs Grantable lists as of October 30, 2026, 1,654 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, 2,477 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for youth programs due?

Of 3,640 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 256 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, 45% fall in October–December.

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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