Last updated June 20, 2026
There are currently 3,740 active grants for youth programs in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
Island Thrift Community Grants - Full Grant Application Funder: Island Thrift (WA, US) Geographic Scope: Greater Oak Harbor community, Greater Coupeville community, or broader needs of all Whidbey…
Island Thrift Community Grants - Simple Grant Application Funder: Island Thrift (WA, US) Geographic Scope: Greater Oak Harbor community, Greater Coupeville community, or broader needs of all Whidbey…
Islander Revue Competition Overview: Student organization performance competition showcasing talent through entertainment, musical quality, creativity, choreography, and theme interpretation.…
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Israel Experience Scholarship Funder: Mobile Area Jewish Federation Inc (AL, US) Purpose: Support area youth to explore their Jewish roots through Israel education experiences and travel. Geographic…
Israel Study/Travel Grants and Scholarships Funder: Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island Geographic Scope: Greater Rhode Island residents Focus Areas: Support for study and travel opportunities to…
Israel Study/Travel Grants and Scholarships Funder: Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island Geographic Scope: Greater Rhode Island residents Program Purpose: The Jewish Alliance Israel Desk supports…
Israel-American Camper Grants Overview: The Federation for Jewish Camp offers an incentive program for families in California, Oregon, Arizona, Colorado, and Washington state with at least one…
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J. Bulow Campbell Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: J. Bulow Campbell Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The J. Bulow Campbell Foundation, established in 1940, focuses on…
J.E. & Z.B. Butler Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: J E & Z B Butler Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The J.E. & Z.B. Butler Foundation Grant aims to foster an inclusive…
J.R. Simplot Company Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: J R Simplot Company Foundation Inc Last Updated: July 21, 2025 Summary The J.R. Simplot Company Foundation Grant supports U.S. non-profit…
Jaburg & Wilk Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jaburg & Wilk Foundation Last Updated: September 09, 2025 Summary The Jaburg & Wilk Foundation Grant supports local non-profit organizations in…
JACF Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: JA Community Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $50,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The JA Community Foundation focuses on funding solutions that address…
Jack and Anne Glenn Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jack and Anne Glenn Charitable Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The Jack and Anne Glenn…
Jack Herrick Youth Sports Fund Grant Funder: Greater Cleveland Sports Hall of Fame (GCSHOF) Geographic Scope: Greater Cleveland area, Ohio Mission: The GCSHOF fosters dreams of young athletes by…
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Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation Grant aims to uplift the…
Jacobsen Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hans & Cay Jacobsen Charitable Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Hans & Cay Jacobsen Charitable Foundation is dedicated…
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.
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.
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.