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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SCCF Grants Sanilac County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sanilac County Community Foundation (SCCF) offers grants to enhance the quality of life for Sanilac County residents.	Not published	Varies
Maimonides Leaders Fellowship Meor Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies MEOR's Maimonides Leaders Fellowship provides Jewish students on leading U.S. campuses with a unique opportunity to explore Judaism at a level of depth and sophistication commensurate with their academic skills and aspirations.	Not published	Varies
The Trull Foundation: Local Sponsorship Grant Trull Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Trull Foundation offers local sponsorship grants to organizations seeking funding for events under $1,500, prioritizing children in rural areas, those affected by substance abuse, and projects in the coastal Texas environment.	Not published	Up to $2K
Community Relief Fund (CRF) White County United Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Relief Fund was created to assist non-profit social service organizations in White, Jasper, or Pulaski counties experiencing the immediate physical, social, and economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.	Not published	Varies
Sheltering Arms Foundation Grant The Sheltering Arms Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Sheltering Arms Foundation Grant supports high-quality direct-service programs for children aged 0-12, focusing on early childhood and youth development along with advocacy efforts.	Not published	Up to $15K
Fund of The Providence Shelter Foundation Grants The Rhode Island Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Providence Shelter Foundation established two funds at the Rhode Island Foundation: a donor advised fund in 2014 through which the Shelter's Board of Managers recommends grants for the community, and an organization endowment in 2016…	Not published	Varies
Summer Youth Work Experience Program (SYWEP) Grant New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Foundation Not published · Varies Summer Youth Work Experience Program (SYWEP) The FY 2026 Summer Youth Work Experience Program (SYWEP) is being funded to provide in-school and out-of-school youth, ages 16-24, with valuable summer work experiences in order to help them…	Not published	Varies
Arts and Culture- Robert and Doreen Marshall Fund for Dramatic Arts and Classical Music Grants Orange County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert and Doreen Marshall Fund for Dramatic Arts and Classical Music, managed by the Orange County Community Foundation, supports dramatic arts and classical music programs in Orange County.	Not published	Varies
Andrew Jergens Foundation Grant The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andrew Jergens Foundation Grant, administered by the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, focuses on enhancing the health, education, cultural experiences, and social welfare of children in the Greater Cincinnati area.	Not published	Varies
Buffalo Wild Wings ALL STARS Sports Grants Boys & Girls Club of PBC · Foundation Not published · $3K Support youth sports programs that promote physical fitness and good sportsmanship, specifically flag football programming for youth Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County received $3,000 grant to support ALL STARS flag football program…	Not published	$3K
Clarion County Junior Sportsmen Program Clarion County Sportsmen for Youth Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
PCMA Foundation Charitable Giving - Hospitality Helping Hands Foundation of the Professional Convention Management Association · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
College Campus Student Engagement Grants Jewish Federation Council of Greater LA · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants designed to support individuals or organizations committed to strengthening Jewish campus life at college campuses.	Not published	Varies
NRF Foundation Student Ambassador Program Grant Nrf Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The NRF Foundation Student Ambassador Program offers NRF University Members the chance to appoint a student as their campus representative for a year.	Not published	Up to $1K
Vivian Fuchs Youth Award Grant The Captain Scott Society · Foundation Not published · £750 The Vivian Fuchs Youth Award, presented by The Captain Scott Society, honors the adventurous spirit of Captain Scott and his team. This award offers a £500 grant to young individuals aged 11-18 who engage in character-building expeditions.	Not published	£750
ChangeMakers Giving Circle Central Texas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A giving circle and grantmaking program for high school students, facilitated by high school students, located across Central Texas.	Not published	Varies
Henry L Guenther Foundation Grants Henry L Guenther Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Henry L. Guenther Foundation Grants support charitable organizations in California, focusing on improving social conditions and human welfare.	Not published	Varies
Dairy Promotion Grant for Farmers New England Dairy Promotion Board Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K	Rolling	Up to $2K
BRAF Impact Grants Baton Rouge Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K A competitive pilot grant opportunity for local nonprofits working in early childhood education or community safety sectors.	Not published	$5K – $25K
NWT Recreation & Parks: Water Smart Grant NWT Recreation & Parks Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The NWT Recreation & Parks Water Smart Grant offers funding for organizations to host three community events focused on Water Smart topics.	Not published	Up to $750
Simmons Charitable Foundation Grant Mabel & Ellsworth Simmons · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mabel and Ellsworth Simmons Charitable Foundation, established in 1998, focuses on enhancing the welfare of youth, families, and seniors in Hillsborough County, Florida, particularly in the South Shore community.	Not published	Varies
Best Buy Teen Tech Center - Career Pathways Technical Skills Program RFP Best Buy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Pathways Tech Skills Partners must be able to provide in-person instruction and secure at least two paid summer internships at each site they are matched with._ Career Pathways Technical Skills Program RFP The Best Buy Foundation®…	Not published	Varies
SACF: Straits Area Youth Advisory Council (SAYAC) Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies Straits Area Youth Advisory Council (SAYAC) Grants SACF Youth Advisory Council (SAYAC) is a group of students from Cheboygan County and Mackinaw City.	Not published	Varies
RCX Foundation Organization Grants RCX Sports Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The RCX Sports Foundation provides grants to organizations running youth sports programs.	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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