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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EDUC3 Awards: Funding Opportunity for Summer Programs to Accelerate Regenerative Medicine Knowledge (SPARK) Grant California Institute for Regenerative Medicine · Foundation Not published · Up to $704K Conference Grants and Research Training Awards The mission of California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) is to accelerate world class science to deliver transformative regenerative medicine treatments in an equitable manner to a…	Not published	Up to $704K
Youth Video Contest The Sar Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Whitehorse Foundation Grants Seattle Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Whitehorse Foundation supports nonprofit organizations in Snohomish County, Washington, focusing on enhancing the lives of children, youth, and families.	Not published	Varies
Jaburg & Wilk Foundation Grant Jaburg and Wilk Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jaburg & Wilk Foundation Grant supports local non-profit organizations in Arizona that focus on the arts, education, children, and at-risk programs.	Not published	Varies
General Grants Program - Quarterly Cycle Langley for Families - the Foundation of LFCU · Foundation Not published · Varies The foundation operates on quarterly grant cycles (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4). Specific deadlines for upcoming cycles not provided in materials.	Not published	Varies
The NRA Foundation: Wisconsin Grants NRA Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · US $3,000 - US $5,000 The NRA Foundation: Wisconsin Grants provide funding for charitable purposes aligned with the NRA Foundation's mission, including promoting firearms safety, educating youth about firearms, and supporting competitive shooting sports.	Not published	US $3,000 - US $5,000
YMCA Youth Advocate Program Grant National Council of YMCAs of the USA · Foundation Not published · Varies The YMCA Youth Advocate Program empowers high school students to advocate for YMCA priorities in Washington, D.C. This four-month program offers advocacy training, allowing participants to connect with peers, create advocacy plans, and…	Not published	Varies
Roblee Foundation Grant Joseph & Florence Roblee Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Roblee Foundation Grant supports initiatives that promote equity in race, ethnicity, and gender.	Not published	$5K – $30K
TCFNF: Small Organization Grants The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida offers Small Organization Grants to nonprofits with budgets of $150,000 or less.	Not published	Up to $3K
Saratoga Casino Hotel Foundation Grant Saratoga Casino Hotel Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Saratoga Casino Hotel Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations aimed at enhancing the quality of life for residents of Saratoga County, particularly addressing issues related to problem gambling.	Not published	Varies
Naples Woman's Club Community Grants GFWC Naples Woman's Club Inc · Foundation Not published · $70K The Naples Woman's Club awards grants to social service agencies and nonprofit organizations serving the Naples community and broader service areas. The club awarded over $70,000 in grants to social service agencies in 2019.	Not published	$70K
SCC Sonoma Grants Speedway Children's Charities · Foundation Not published · Varies Speedway Children's Charities (SCC) is committed to improving the lives of children in Sonoma County by providing essential support through grants to local nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Herbert R. Hazelman Scholarship Greensboro Symphony Guild · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
Horizon Foundation: Maine Horizon Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Horizon Foundation has shifted to an invite-only application process.	Not published	Varies
Allied Arts Fund Grant Renton Regional Community Fndn · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K These awards help talented young students further their training in their artistic field. Students must live within the boundaries of the Greater Renton Area or have a Renton address and are between the ages of 12-19.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Katherine R. Smith Funds for Youth The Oswald Supporting Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Fund for Columbia County: School-to-Work Grants Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Fund for Columbia County: School-to-Work Grants, established by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, aims to enhance educational opportunities for youth facing challenges in Columbia County.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Career Pathways Fund Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education · Foundation Not published · Varies Financial support program designed to empower alumni and students with opportunities for career readiness, skill-building, and professional growth. Provides financial assistance for professional development programs and career exploration.	Not published	Varies
Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation Grant The Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation, established in 2001 by Mark and Jim Wahlberg, aims to support youth service programs that eliminate barriers to success for inner city youth.	Not published	Varies
JTMF Foundation Grant JTMF Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The JTMF Foundation Grant focuses on improving the lives of individuals in need, particularly in the Pacific Northwest.	Not published	Varies
United Way Community Impact Grants 1889 Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $200K	Not published	$5K – $200K
CSF Core Funding Grant Jackson County Community Children's Services Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K WHO ARE WE? In 2020, Jackson County was home to more than 165,000 children and youth under 18 years of age, and ranked 75th out of 114 Missouri counties for child welfare.	Not published	Up to $750K
Reentry Project Grant Peckham Vocational Industries Inc DBA Peckham Inc · Foundation Not published · $630K	Not published	$630K
CFNJ: A. Van Deusen Young Artist and Musicians Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of New Jersey considers regularly how we as an organization and civic community leader can effect lasting change that leads to greater equity.	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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