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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Mielke Family Foundation Grant Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Mielke Family Foundation Grant supports innovative educational initiatives that enhance the lives of individuals in the Appleton and Shawano areas, focusing on health care, arts, and intergenerational programs.	Not published	Up to $10K
Student Animal Welfare Club Grants Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC) offers grants up to $2000 for student animal welfare clubs at Canadian universities.	Not published	Up to $2K
CSF Capacity Building Grant Jackson County Community Children's Services Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The CSF Capacity Building initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of organizations supporting children's mental health in Jackson County, Missouri.	Not published	Varies
Track Shack Youth Foundation Grant Track Shack Youth Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Track Shack Youth Foundation Grant supports youth programs in Central Florida, emphasizing health and fitness initiatives.	Not published	$500 – $2K
Bring a Friend Referral Program Habonim Camp Kvutza Inc · Foundation Not published · $150 – $2K Current families can receive $150 off tuition for each new camper family they bring to Camp Gilboa, up to $1,500 total.	Not published	$150 – $2K
Cubs Charities Community Fund Robert R McCormick Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McCormick Foundation matches all donations at 50% and covers all administration fees, so your entire donation, plus the match will be granted to qualified nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Mahaska County Community Foundation (MCCF) Grant Mahaska County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mahaska County Community Foundation (MCCF) Grant supports local 501(c)(3) nonprofits and governmental bodies in Mahaska County.	Not published	Varies
ACT Pass Scholarship Program Children's Theatre Company and School · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provide scholarships for Theatre Arts Training classes and summer camps to remove financial barriers to participation.	Rolling	Varies
Gay Community Endowment Fund Grant Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gay Community Endowment Fund Grant, managed by the Akron Community Foundation, aims to enhance the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals in Greater Akron.	Not published	Varies
FIN Community Showcase Pitch Competition Indianafirst Inc First Indiana Robotics · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K	Not published	$500 – $2K
Student Peer Mediation Grant Program (SPMP) Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy · State Not published · Varies The primary purpose of the Student Peer Mediation Program is to provide grant assistance to schools and community-based organizations in Baltimore City to establish student peer mediation programs to reduce juvenile violence.	Not published	Varies
Teen & Young Adult Travel Grants The Kranzberg Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Israel Center - Jewish Federation of St. Louis Application asks about interest in receiving information on upcoming Israel programs and trips sponsored by Jewish Federation of St. Louis.	Not published	Varies
Anna+Anton Olson Legacy Fund Central Texas Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Anna+Anton Olson Legacy Foundation (TAAOLF) was established to honor the lives of Anna and Anton Olson, Swedish pioneers and Texas farmers.	Not published	Varies
Midland Area Youth Action Council Youth Philanthropist Mini-Grant Midland Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 With over 700 funds, each with a unique purpose, the Midland Area Community Foundation has been the organization in Midland, Michigan, building permanent community capital since 1973.	Not published	Up to $500
Youth Leadership Program (YLP) Funding Valley United Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Leadership Program is a Valley United Way initiative dating back to the 1990s that gives high school seniors in the Lower Naugatuck Valley the opportunity to become leaders in their community while allocating funding to local…	Not published	Varies
Urban Youth Action Grant Poise Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Urban Youth Action Grant, initiated by the Poise Foundation, offers funding to 501(c)(3) organizations that provide educational and enrichment services specifically for Black middle and high school students.	Not published	Up to $10K
Loveland Generations Fund Grant Community Foundation of Northern Colorado · Foundation Not published · Varies The Loveland Generations Fund, established in 2000, supports projects that benefit Loveland residents. Managed by the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado, it prioritizes youth initiatives, particularly those addressing homelessness.	Not published	Varies
Central Minnesota Boys and Men Grants Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $3K The Central Minnesota Boys and Men Grants, offered by CommunityGiving, aim to empower boys and men through initiatives addressing educational disparities, mental health, and career development.	Not published	$3K
Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Grant Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority · Foundation Not published · $25K – $10M Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) ProgramDescription Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program A. Program Description The Restore, Reinvest and Renew (R3) Program was established by the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act to make a significant…	Not published	$25K – $10M
Research and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (REAP) Academy of Applied Science Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Research and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (REAP) is designed to encourage economically and socially disadvantaged high school students to pursue careers in math, science and technology by offering a hands-on experience in…	Not published	Varies
Jordan Hoak Scholarship Fund St Vincent De Paul Stores · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jordan Hoak Scholarship for Service Leadership helps provide students with financial support to participate in Ozanam Center Immersion retreat experiences, similar to the retreat that meant so much to Jordan Hoak.	Not published	Varies
15 for 15 Grant Program 15 and the Mahomies Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250K The Foundation's signature program that supports 15 youth charitable initiatives annually.	Not published	$250K
Dulverton Trust Grant Program The Dulverton Trust · Foundation Not published · £30,000 - £40,000 The Dulverton Trust Grant Program supports UK charities and CIOs addressing social issues, environmental conservation, and heritage preservation.	Not published	£30,000 - £40,000
AMS Young Scholars Grant Program American Mathematical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The AMS Young Scholars Grant Program, offered by the American Mathematical Society, provides grants of up to $15,000 to support summer mathematics programs for talented high school students.	Not published	Up to $15K

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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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