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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Safe in the 305 Grant Miami-Dade County · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Safe in the 305 Grant program by Miami-Dade County aims to empower community stakeholders in enhancing neighborhood safety through resident-led initiatives.	Not published	$500 – $2K
Little Rapids Corporation Egan Family Foundation Grant Little Rapids Corporation - Egan Family · Foundation Not published · Varies The Little Rapids Corporation Egan Family Foundation Grant, established in 1986, supports charitable initiatives in communities where the company operates.	Not published	Varies
Grant Program Golden Civic Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The foundation supports a wide range of community initiatives including: Based on historical grant recipients (2018-2025), the foundation:	Not published	Varies
CTWS Financial Aid The TWS Foundation · Foundation Not published · 25% to 100% of tuition Need-based financial aid program designed to help offset the cost of semester classes and summer camp programs offered by Children's Theatre of Western Springs.	Not published	25% to 100% of tuition
Youth Development Division (YDD) - Job and Work Readiness (JWR) Request for Application (RFA) (OR) Grant Oregon Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $120K – $300K The Oregon Department of Education is seeking applications for the Job and Work Readiness Grant (JWR) through its Youth Development Division.	Not published	$120K – $300K
Zable Foundation Grant Walter J & Betty C Zable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K The Walter J. & Betty C. Zable Foundation Grant supports health and science research, youth programs, and sports initiatives in San Diego County. With an average grant of $20,000, it prioritizes funding for 501(c)(3) organizations.	Not published	$20K
Echoing Green Black Male Achievement Fellowship Echoing Green Inc · Foundation Not published · $80K – $90K	Not published	$80K – $90K
Whitehead Foundation Grants Program Joseph B Whitehead Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joseph B. Whitehead Foundation supports various initiatives in metro Atlanta, focusing on early childhood education, K-12 education, human services, health, and youth development.	Not published	Varies
Bull City Future Fund United Way of the Greater Triangle Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K Investing in nonprofits that expand youth engagement opportunities and strengthen youth development and community safety.	Not published	Up to $50K
William D. Piety Perpetual Conservation Endowment Fund Colorado Mountain Club Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide financial support for conservation activities and programs of the Colorado Mountain Club's Conservation Department	Not published	Varies
Youth Philanthropy Board Grant- Kent County Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Philanthropy Board Grant in Kent County aims to support local residents by funding initiatives that enhance safety and protect the environment.	Not published	Varies
Russian-Speaking Jewish Community Support Habonim Camp Kvutza Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Additional financial support may be available for Russian-speaking Jewish families.	Not published	Varies
Civic Engagement Mini-Grants The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Civic Engagement Mini-Grants program, funded by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, supports initiatives aimed at fostering inclusive civic participation.	Not published	Up to $1K
Fennie Community Fund Grant Long Beach Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Fennie Community Fund Grant, established by the Long Beach Community Foundation, supports charitable initiatives, particularly for children's organizations in Avalon and Long Beach.	Not published	$5K – $10K
OST CARES Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $2.5M The OST CARES program, funded by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance mental health support in out-of-school time (OST) settings across Texas.	Not published	$2.5M
Brinker International Charitable Giving Program Grant Brinker International · Foundation Not published · Varies The Brinker International Charitable Giving Program focuses on giving back to communities through support for kids, hunger, and education.	Not published	Varies
Annual Special Projects Hopkins Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $74K Each year, Hopkins Education Foundation partners with Hopkins Public Schools on a large-scale special project that will have a districtwide impact.	Not published	$74K
HAF+WRCF General Grants Portal Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Humboldt Area Foundation + Wild Rivers Community Foundation's central grants portal offering multiple funding opportunities for charitable programs and projects in the region.	Rolling	Varies
Texas M.A.D.E. Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show · Foundation Not published · Varies Ag Mechanics exhibitors can compete in this special scholarship contest. Fort Worth Stock Show Main Office: 817-877-2400	Not published	Varies
McCook Community Foundation Fund: Community Grants Nebraska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McCook Community Foundation Fund in Nebraska has been enhancing community life since 2001, granting nearly $1 million to diverse organizations.	Not published	Varies
Dekko Community Fund Grant Noble County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dekko Community Fund, established in 1992 by the Dekko Foundation, aims to foster economic freedom through education for children and young people in Noble County.	Not published	Varies
Swantz Family Foundation Grant Swantz Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Swantz Family Foundation Grant aims to support innovative nonprofit organizations that reconnect young people with nature.	Not published	Up to $5K
Constellations Fellowship Global Warming Mitigation Project · Foundation Not published · $1K The Constellations Fellowship is a virtual professional development program that connects college students and recent graduates with career opportunities in climate organizations.	Not published	$1K
Small Community Grants Trust Program City of Boston · State Not published · $500 – $2K The Small Community Grants Trust Program, funded by the City of Boston, supports 501c3 organizations that positively impact local communities.	Not published	$500 – $2K

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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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