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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Jefferson R. Voss Education Fund Zebra Youth Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Zebra Youth's education fund provides financial support to fill gaps in educational funding for youth members.	Not published	Varies
Public Art Incubator Dublin Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Incubator program for young artists interested in public art creation and community engagement.	Not published	Varies
Optimist Oratorical Scholarship Friend of Youth the Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Optimist Oratorical Contest gives youngsters the chance to speak to the world.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Green Labs Grant Exelon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Apply for the Exelon Foundation Green Lab Grant The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago is proud to partner with the Exelon Foundation in championing science learning for high school students and in encouraging new thinking about our…	Not published	Varies
The Toy Foundation Program - Apply for Toys Grant The Toy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Toy Foundation Program offers a unique opportunity for nonprofit organizations to apply for toy donations to support children in need.	Not published	Varies
Arts Mentorship Program Scholarships Grant Lake Region Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $700 Since its inception as an arm of the Rural Development Commission in 1977, Lake Region Arts Council (LRAC) has been committed to providing access to quality arts opportunities and programming.	Not published	$700
Spokane City Credit Union Charitable Giving Program Spokane City Credit Union · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500 SCCU commits to giving one percent (1%) of their annual profits to charitable organizations and causes that benefit the Spokane community. Must meet ALL of the following criteria: 1930 N. Monroe St.	Rolling	Up to $500
TCFNF: Program Support Grants for Putnam County The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The TCFNF Program Support Grants aim to enhance the quality of life in Putnam County by funding nonprofits focused on education, safety nets, and general welfare.	Not published	Up to $25K
White Rose Foundation Fund Memorial Health Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies A designated fund of York County Community Foundation supporting community programs.	Not published	Varies
Chevron Wins for Kids Grant Program Astros Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Chevron and the Astros Foundation invite applications to the 2026 Wins for Kids grant program; for every Astros win, Chevron and the Astros Foundation each donate $10,000 to five charities selected through a nomination process.	Not published	Varies
Sudbury Foundation: Children, Youth & Families - Youth Emotional Well-Being Grant Program The Sudbury Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sudbury Foundation's Youth Emotional Well-Being Grant Program aims to enhance emotional health supports for children and youth, particularly underserved populations.	Not published	Varies
National Partnership Grant Program Captrust Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K Founded by CAPTRUST employees as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2007. Funded primarily by employee donations matched by company contributions.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Spotlight Community Impact Awards Grant Media Power Youth · Foundation Not published · $1K Media Power Youth presents the Spotlight Community Impact Awards, a creative media challenge for New Hampshire public high school students.	Not published	$1K
Baltimore City Community Grants Program: Program 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
Comcast Fellowship Program Listed by Equality California Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies A four-week full-time fellowship providing internship opportunities for California college students who demonstrate passion for LGBT advocacy.	Not published	Varies
Coopersville Area Youth Grant Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies We enhance the quality of life for all by working together to collectively address challenges and opportunities throughout West Michigan.	Not published	Varies
LGBTQ Fund Grant Program Appalachian Community Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The LGBTQ Fund Grant Program, offered by the Appalachian Community Fund, supports grassroots social change in Central Appalachia.	Not published	Up to $2K
WACF Opportunity Gap Grant Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The WACF Opportunity Gap Grant aims to address the disparities in opportunities for children and families, particularly those from low-income backgrounds.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Island Foundation New Bedford Grants Island Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Island Foundation offers grants to support community-focused projects in coastal areas of Maine, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.	Not published	Varies
Berlage Innovative 4-H Grants The Maryland 4-H Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · From $250 The Berlage Innovative 4-H Grant Program supports 4-H club programs through grants for service or outreach projects. The program strengthens outreach and 4-H club programs.	Not published	From $250
Rotary Club of Portsmouth: Jeremy Alex Grant The Charitable Division of the Rotary Club of Portsmouth · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Jeremy Alex Grant, founded by Ted Alex in memory of his son, aims to support child-related programs in the Seacoast community. This fund helps children develop resilience and self-esteem through activities like chess.	Not published	Up to $2K
CS: Youth Incentive Award Grant The Coleopterists Society · Foundation Not published · $1K The Youth Incentive Award, established by the Coleopterists Society, encourages students in grades 7-12 to explore the fascinating world of beetles.	Not published	$1K
Senior Volunteer Opportunity (Foster Grandparent Program) Community Action Agency of South Central Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies Enable low-income senior citizens to love, nurture, and educate at-risk and special needs children in school or childcare environments.	Not published	Varies
Economics for Leaders (EFL) Programs The Fund for American Studies · Foundation Not published · Varies Week-long intensive programs designed to:	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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