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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Rural Electric Youth Tour Program Rea Energy Cooperative Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An all-expenses-paid educational trip to Washington, D.C. for high school juniors whose parents/guardians are REA Energy Cooperative members.	Not published	Varies
WIOA In School Youth Grant Employ Milwaukee Inc · Foundation Not published · $400K Employ Milwaukee's WIOA In School Youth program aims to connect youth aged 16-24, who are not currently enrolled in school, to employment and educational opportunities.	Not published	$400K
Black Girls' Wellness Grant Black Emotional and Mental Health Collec · Foundation Not published · $10K The Black Girls' Wellness Grant supports initiatives focused on the mental health, wellness, and healing of Black girls and young women.	Not published	$10K
Kirkpatrick Family Fund Lawton Community Foundation Affiliated Fund of the Occf Inc · Foundation Not published · $6M Established in 1989 by John and Eleanor Kirkpatrick, this fund has been administered by the Oklahoma City Community Foundation for over 30 years.	Not published	$6M
Constantine Youth Advisory Council Fund Grant Sturgis Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Constantine Youth Advisory Council Fund, managed by the Sturgis Area Community Foundation, supports youth-related programs and projects in the Constantine area.	Not published	Varies
Boomerang Youth Recognition Awards and Scholarships BC Cares Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies BC Cares continues its long tradition of recognizing students in the community with the Boomerang Youth Recognition Awards and Scholarships program.	Not published	Varies
The National Philanthropic Collaborative of Young Women's Initiatives (NPCYWI) New York Women's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A dynamic national effort by leading women's foundations to amplify the collective voice of young women, particularly from underrepresented communities, and ensure their safety, health, and economic prosperity.	Not published	Varies
Children Have the Power to Empower Award Yours Humanly · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Global Impact Program Burger King Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies International program supporting literacy, education projects, and community development globally through partnerships with local organizations and franchisees.	Not published	Varies
Building Better Lives Grants Northwest Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Part of NMF's strategic framework focused on building better lives in the region.	Not published	Varies
YAC Grants Fremont Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Supporting positive opportunities for youth. Grants are available for programs that improve the quality of life for youth in Newaygo County.	Not published	Varies
Invest For Kids Grant Invest for Kids Inc · Foundation Not published · $200K The Invest For Kids Grant aims to support nonprofits in the Chicago area that serve low-income youth, focusing on those with budgets between $1-5 million.	Not published	$200K
New Britain-Berlin Rotary Club Scholarships Grant Community Foundation of Greater New Britain · Foundation Not published · $500 – $30K The New Britain-Berlin Rotary Club Scholarships, managed by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, support graduating seniors from local high schools, including technical schools.	Not published	$500 – $30K
Hondros Fellow at the Eddie Adams Photography Workshop The Chris Hondros Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fund awards an annual fellowship to one attendee of the Eddie Adams Photography Workshop.	Not published	Varies
Mid-Hudson Valley Designated Grants The Dyson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mid-Hudson Valley Designated Grants program, funded by the Dyson Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam, and Ulster counties.	Not published	Varies
Fund for Gifted Musicians Award Foundation for the Tri-State Community Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support for advanced music education and training in jazz or classical music This award is designed to help middle and high school students study jazz or classical music at higher levels through special educational opportunities such as…	Not published	Varies
The Trull Foundation Grant Trull Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Trull Foundation Grant supports charitable and educational initiatives focused on children in rural areas, those affected by substance abuse, and environmental projects in coastal Texas.	Not published	Varies
4-H Emerald Clover Society Michigan 4-H Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Membership recognition for individuals making exceptional contributions to Michigan 4-H. Members are recognized annually during the Legacy Awards Celebration.	Not published	Varies
Universal Orlando Donation Request Grant Universal Orlando Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Universal Orlando offers a charitable giving program focusing on nonprofits in Florida, particularly Central Florida.	Not published	Varies
Designated Grants: Out-of-School Time Programming for Children and Youth The Dyson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dyson Foundation provides grants for out-of-school time programs in the Mid-Hudson Valley, focusing on after-school, summer, and year-round activities.	Not published	Varies
Kellenberger + Tollefson Center for LGBTQ Philanthropy Grants Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K	Not published	Up to $10K
Tickets for Kids Grant Program Tickets For Kids Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tickets for Kids Grant Program, offered by the Tickets For Kids Foundation, aims to support low-income, at-risk children and youth by providing access to ticketed experiences at no cost.	Not published	Varies
Baltimore City Community Grants Program: Operating Grants - Jobs The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg · Foundation Not published · Varies This program was created to provide support to small nonprofits with an annual operating budget of $500,000 or less that provide direct services to low-income individuals and families in Baltimore City.	Not published	Varies
PGE Foundation: Education Grant PGE Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The PGE Foundation offers an Education Grant aimed at enhancing educational outcomes through community collaboration.	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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